Cost of quarterbacks
Sixteen of the 20 highest-paid players in the NFL are quarterbacks. Here’s a look at how Kirk Cousins’ current 2019 salary compares to the top eight:
Russell Wilson, Seattle $35M
Ben Roethlisberger, Pitt. $34M
Aaron Rodgers, Green Bay $33.5M
Jared Goff, L.A. Rams $33.5
Carson Wentz, Philadelphia $32M
Matt Ryan, Atlanta $30M
Kirk Cousins, Vikings $28M
Jimmy Garoppolo, San Fran. $27.5M
Source: NFL.com
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