In 2023/24, the NFL's highest-paid quarterbacks showed varying levels of success. Here's how each performed relative to their salary:

1. Joe Burrow ($55M/year)

• 5-5 record before season-ending injury
• Struggled with injuries (calf, wrist)
• Bengals finished last in AFC North

2. Patrick Mahomes ($52M/year)

• Down year statistically with 14 interceptions
• Still effective in crucial games
• Team remained competitive despite offensive struggles

3. Justin Herbert ($52M/year)

• 5-8 record before finger injury
• Chargers missed playoffs
• 0-1 career playoff record

4. Lamar Jackson ($52M/year)

• MVP favorite
• Led Ravens to AFC's #1 seed
• Silenced critics of his passing ability

5. Jalen Hurts ($51M/year)

• Eagles collapsed late season
• Lost first playoff game to Buccaneers
• Heavy reliance on "Tush Push" play

6. Aaron Rodgers ($50M/year)

• Injured in first game
• Jets finished 7-10
• Future uncertainty at age 40

7. Russell Wilson ($49M/year)

• 11-19 overall record with Broncos
• Benched final two games
• Likely ending tenure in Denver

8. Kyler Murray ($46M/year)

• 3-5 record post-ACL recovery
• 28-36-1 career record
• Questions remain about long-term viability

Deshaun Watson, now 9th highest-paid QB, went 5-1 as starter (8-4 overall with Browns) and showed improvement before injury. The 2024/25 season will be crucial for determining the value of these massive quarterback contracts.

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