Patrick Mahomes QB
| Reported deal: | 8-year, $504.75 million restructured contract extension |
|---|---|
| New money: | $239.05 million |
| New years added: | 2 |
| Technical new-money APY: | $63.09 million |
| Reality APY: | $64 million |
| Verdict: | Market Reset |
While the $504.75 million headline grabs attention, the structure reveals careful financial engineering. Mahomes receives $150.3 million guaranteed at signing, covering his 2026-2027 salaries plus $35.5 million of 2028 compensation.
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