The NFL's salary cap creates challenges as teams try to build championship rosters. Below is a list of some of the highest and lowest paid players in each position heading into the 2022 season. Salaries are based on limited hits from Spotrac.com.
Underpaid Midfielder: Mac Jones, New England Patriots
A 15th overall draft pick in 2021, Jones won the Pro Bowl in his rookie season after throwing more than 3,800 yards. However, in his rookie deal, Jones gives the Pats flexibility with a cap of just over $3.5 million this season.
High-paid quarterback: Ryan Tannehill, Tennessee Titans
Tannehill's play has been inconsistent since he was named the Titans starter in 2019 and came out on top in a heavy foul. However, he has a top hit cap in the NFL this season of $38.6 million, a number that limits Tennessee's ability to add talent during the season.
Low Pay: James Robinson, Jacksonville Jaguars
As an untrained free agent out of the State of Illinois in 2020, Robinson continues to be one of the league's biggest bargains with a cap of just under $900,000. The backrun is just 1,000 yards away from last season's scenario after finishing with 1,414 yards in his rookie campaign.
High Paying Rerun: Christian McCaffrey, Carolina Panthers
One of the most active backrunners in the NFL when healthy, McCaffrey has spent more time at the coach's desk over the past two seasons. He's played a total of 10 games during that time, but his cap is close to $8.8 million this season, the fifth-highest in the position.
Low Paying Wide Receiver: Justin Jefferson, Minnesota Vikings
Jefferson is credited with having the best first two seasons of any open season in NFL history, amassing more than 3,000 yards and 17 touchdowns. The former first choice is still a great bargain with a limited run of just under $3.6 million.
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