The claim that Kenny Pickett has signed a $20 million per year deal with the Pittsburgh Steelers to become the highest-paid player in NFL history is not accurateAs of my latest update, Patrick Mahomes and Joe Burrow are among the highest-paid players, with dealssignificantly larger than $20 million annually.
Pickett, a first-round pick in the 2022 NFL Draft, has shown promise as the Steelers’ starting quarterback, but his current contract, signed under the NFL rookie wage scale, is worth much less than this reported figure.
To become the highest-paid player in NFL history, a contract would need to exceed $50 million per year, given recent deals. While Pickett’s development is crucial for the Steelers’ future, he would need to demonstrate elite-level performance consistently to command such a historic contract. It’s possible that Pickett could secure a more lucrative extension down the line if he continues to grow and perform at a high level. However, any claim that he has already reached this financial milestone is incorrect based on the information available at this time.
