 contract extension to remain with the Chargers which sees him become the highest paid player in the league. Herbert has two years remaining on his rookie deal, meaning that he is now under contract for the next seven years. It's been an offseason dominated by major deals, as Jalen Hurts initially became the most paid quarterback after signing a new deal with the Philadelphia Eagles. Lamar Jackson then committed to the Baltimore Ravens, with his guaranteed money seeing him take top spot. The new deal also sees Herbert move clear of Patrick Mahomes, who is now eighth on the list of highest earners amongst the quarterback position. Mahomes broke sporting records when agreeing a 10-year deal with the Kansas City Chiefs, earning an average salary of $45m (£34.9m) per year. But Mahomes has since been overtaken by Herbert, Jackson, Hurts, Aaron Rodgers, Russell Wilson, Kyler Murray and Deshaun Watson. It's worth noting that Mahomes also still has 9 years remaining on his contract. Please check back regularly for updates on this developing story HERE. Get email updates on the day's biggest stories straight to your inbox by signing up for our newsletters. Get all the big headlines, pictures, analysis, opinion and video on the stories that matter to you by following The Mirror every time you see our name. Follow The Mirror on Google News - CLICK HERE and click the starFollow The Mirror on Apple News - CLICK HERE available on Apple devicesFollow The Mirror on Flipboard - CLICK HERE and click follow Follow us on Twitter @mirrorfootball - the official Mirror football Twitter account - for all the latest football new){kind=link}
The NFL has a new highest earner as the Los Angeles Chargers have put their trust in Justin Herbert, extending his stay at the franchise with a considerable pay rise
Los Angeles Chargers star Justin Herbert is to become the highest-paid quarterback in the NFL after agreeing to terms on a five-year deal.
According to ESPN, Herbert has agreed to a five-year $262.5M (£203.5m) contract extension to remain with the Chargers, which sees him become the highest-paid player in the league. Herbert has two years remaining on his rookie deal, meaning that he is now under contract for the next seven years.
It’s been an offseason dominated by major deals, as Jalen Hurts initially became the highest-paid quarterback after signing a new deal with the Philadelphia Eagles. Lamar Jackson then committed to the Baltimore Ravens, with his guaranteed money seeing him take the top spot.
The new deal also sees Herbert move clear of Patrick Mahomes, who is now eighth on the list of highest earners amongst the quarterback position. Mahomes broke sporting records when agreeing to a 10-year deal with the Kansas City Chiefs, earning an average salary of $45m (£34.9m) per year.