5 NFL players due for a big payday ft. Lamar Jackson, Kyler Murray, and more 

Baltimore Ravens QB Lamar Jackson
Baltimore Ravens QB Lamar Jackson

#3 - Deebo Samuel, San Francisco 49ers

San Francisco 49ers WR Deebo Samuel
San Francisco 49ers WR Deebo Samuel

Deebo Samuel was selected by the San Francisco 49ers in the second round of the 2019 NFL Draft.

He put in two solid years before a breakout year during the 2021 season where he was one of the most dynamic players in the league, accounting for 1,770 total yards and 14 touchdowns while being selected as a first-team All-Pro.

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The 2022 NFL offseason has been a record-breaking year for wide receivers, including massive contracts handed out to Davante Adams and Tyreek Hill, so Samuel is looking to join them. The 49ers have repeatedly claimed that extending Samuel's contract is their top priority this year, but have yet to agree on a deal.


#2 - Lamar Jackson, Baltimore Ravens

Baltimore Ravens QB Lamar Jackson
Baltimore Ravens QB Lamar Jackson

Lamar Jackson was selected by the Baltimore Ravens in the first round of the 2018 NFL Draft. He has been overall impressive, including recording a 37-12 record as a starting quarterback and also winning the NFL MVP award during his second year in the league, which included 43 total touchdowns and a 13-2 record.

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Jackson has earned accolades for becoming one of the highest paid players in the league. He is statistically the best rushing quarterback of all time, having 3,673 yards and 21 touchdowns across four seasons, while also throwing an impressive 84 touchdowns while helping the Ravens reach the playoffs three times.


#1 - Quenton Nelson, Indianapolis Colts

Indianapolis Colts OG Quenton Nelson
Indianapolis Colts OG Quenton Nelson

Quenton Nelson is widely accepted as the best offensive guard in the NFL, as well as probably the best overall offensive lineman.

Since being selected as the sixth overall pick by the Indianapolis Colts in the 2018 NFL Draft, he has made four consecutive Pro Bowls and has been chosen to four All-Pro teams, including three first-team selections.

Many around the league believe it's just a matter of time before Nelson becomes the highest paid offensive guard of all time. It has been estimated by some experts that he will receive something more than $20 million in AAV on his next contract and set a new standard for offensive linemen, especially guards.

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