Michael Mayer is an American football tight end for the Las Vegas Raiders in the NFL. The Raiders drafted Mayer as the 35th pick in the second round of the 2023 NFL draft. Michael recorded his first professional touchdown against the Jets in Week 10 of the 2023 NFL season. Mayer finished his rookie season recording 27 catches for 304 yards and two touchdowns through 14 games.
His collegiate football career began with the Norte Dame in 2020. He was named third-team All-American his sophomore season in 2021. In 2022, he recorded over 140 catches as a tight end and was also named a consensus All-American. Mayer went to Covington Catholic High School. In 2019, he recorded 49 receptions for 970 yards and 15 touchdowns for his school. This earned his Gatorade Kentucky Football Player of the Year in 2019. He was also named to play in the 2020 All-American Bowl.
Michael Mayer Contract Breakdown
According to Spotrac, Mayer signed a four-year contract of $9,313,645 with the Las Vegas Raiders, including an average annual salary of $2,328,411 in 2023.
| Contract terms | Average Salary | Signing Bonus | GTD at Sign | Total GTD |
| 4 yr(s) / $9,313,645 | $2,328,411 | $3,773,560 | $7,596,703 | $7,596,703 |
| Year | Age | Base Salary | Signing Bonus | Cap Hit | Dead Cap |
| 2023 | 22 | $750,000 | $943,390 | $1,693,390 | $7,596,703 |
| 2024 | 23 | $1,173,348 | $2,116,738 | $5,903,313 | |
| 2025 | 24 | $1,596,695 | $2,540,085 | $3,786,575 | |
| 2026 | 25 | $2,020,043 | $2,963,433 | $1,246,490 |
How much is Michael Mayer getting paid?
For the 2024 season, Mayer will take home a base salary of $1,173,348. According to Spotrac, he will earn an average annual salary of $2,328,411.
What are the terms of Michael Mayer's contract?
Mayer was guaranteed $7.59M, including his signing bonus and salary for the 2023, 2024 and 2025 seasons.
How much of Michael Mayer’s Contract is guaranteed?
According to the terms of his contract, Mayer will earn $7,596,703 guaranteed.
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FAQ's On Michael Mayer's Contract
A. Michael Mayer is 23 years old, as of August 2024.
A. Michael Mayer attended the Norte Dame College.
A. The Raiders selected Mayer in the second round of the 2023 NFL draft.
A. Michael Mayer was born on July 6, 2001.
