Ranking The Big Four Leagues By Revenue And How Much Top Athletes Make In Comparison Professional athletes in the four major sports leagues—the NFL, NBA, MLB, and NHL—are paid some of the highest salaries in the world. But while their contracts are jaw-dropping, team owners often make even more. How do player earnings compare to the profits their teams generate? Let's break it down by league and include a ranking of which leagues bring in the most revenue. NFL: The Money-Making Machine The NFL is the top-grossing sports league in the world. Its massive media deals and intense fan following help teams rake in billions of dollars every year. For example, in 2022, the league generated over $18 billion in total revenue, with the average team pulling in more than $500 million annually. Top earners like Patrick Mahomes, who signed a 10-year, $503 million deal, may make headlines, but his annual salary of $45 million is still only about 8-10% of what a top franchise, like the Dallas Cow...
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