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Where Patrick Mahomes Ranks on the World's Richest Athletes Is Actually Quite Shocking

Kansas City Chiefs superstar quarterback Patrick Mahomes is a household name in the NFL. He is not only celebrated for his on-field brilliance, but also his off-field marketability. While his athletic prowess has earned him multiple accolades and Super Bowl victories, his financial success off the gridiron is equally remarkable. But where he ranks on […]

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Where Patrick Mahomes Ranks on the World's Richest Athletes Is Actually Quite Shocking

Kansas City Chiefs superstar quarterback Patrick Mahomes is a household name in the NFL. He is not only celebrated for his on-field brilliance, but also his off-field marketability. While his athletic prowess has earned him multiple accolades and Super Bowl victories, his financial success off the gridiron is equally remarkable. But where he ranks on the list of world’s richest athletes is actually quite shocking.


Patrick Mahomes Has an Average Salary for an NFL Quarterback

In 2020, after leading the Chiefs to victory in Super Bowl LIV, Mahomes signed a 10-year contract extension worth over $450 million. It was one of the largest contracts in sports history by total value. 

But, the annual breakdown of the contract puts his salary at $45 million per year. Which means he has the 14th-highest average salary per year among the NFL’s 32 starting quarterbacks, per Over the Cap.

“In 2025, Mahomes will earn a base salary of $1,255,000, a restructure bonus of $47,745,000 and a workout bonus of $1,000,000, while carrying a cap hit of $28,062,269 and a dead cap value of $94,488,045,” according to Spotrac.com.

The numbers get even bigger once you factor in Mahomes’ numerous endorsements. Adding those advertising dollars to his NFL salary makes Mahomes one of the world’s highest-paid athletes.


QB1’s Spot on the Highest-Paid Athlete List May Surprise You

Mahomes scored his first endorsement deal following his 2018 MVP season when he signed with Hunt’s after revealing his love for ketchup. But that was just the beginning. He has also signed deals with Oakley, State Farm, DirecTV, T-Mobile, Adidas, Hy-Vee, Helzberg Diamonds, Subway, Head & Shoulders, and the beverage manufacturer Prime. 

Mahomes appeared on the cover of Madden NFL 20 and Madden NFL 22. He also became an equity partner in BioSteel sports drinks after signing an endorsement deal with the company. He even appeared in a Coors Light commercial, despite the NFL’s rules prohibiting endorsements of alcohol products.

According to Forbes, Mahomes was the 18th highest-paid athlete globally between May 1, 2024, and May 1, 2025, earning a total of $86.8 million. Of course, this places him at an elite level in terms of earnings. But considering his dominance in the NFL, many fans may have expected him to rank higher than 18 on the list of highest-paid athletes globally.


Patrick Mahomes Wasn’t Even the Top Earner in the NFL

Despite his big contract and numerous endorsements, Mahomes wasn’t even the top earner from the NFL on the global athlete list. Instead, he came in third behind the Dallas Cowboys’ Dak Prescott ($137 million) and the Cleveland Browns’ Deshaun Watson ($91.8 million).

The top-earning athlete in the world is soccer star Christian Ronaldo, who earned $275 million in the past year.

“The off-field earnings figures are an estimate of sponsorship deals, appearance fees and memorabilia and licensing income for all 12 months leading to May 1, 2025, plus cash returns from any businesses in which the athlete has a significant interest,” Forbes wrote.

Mahomes’ off-field earnings, however, can’t be matched, as they were calculated to be $28 million. In addition to his endorsements, Mahomes is also part of a franchise group that owns multiple Whataburger locations in the Kansas City area. He also holds ownership stakes in the Kansas City Royals, Sporting Kansas City, and the Kansas City Current.

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2025 MileSplit All-National T&F Honors: All-Sophomore Boys Team

MileSplit is proud to present the 2025 All-National Track & Field Honors. As part of a nationwide initiative, these honors recognize the top high school athletes in the country based on verified performances from the outdoor season. Athletes have been selected through a data-driven process to highlight excellence across every event, grade level, and team tier – […]

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MileSplit is proud to present the 2025 All-National Track & Field Honors. As part of a nationwide initiative, these honors recognize the top high school athletes in the country based on verified performances from the outdoor season. Athletes have been selected through a data-driven process to highlight excellence across every event, grade level, and team tier – from First Team through Honorable Mention, as well as All-Freshman to All-Senior teams. Congratulations to all of the athletes who took their performances to the next level this season.





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Portland Fire reignited in the Global Epicenter of Women's Sports

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Rachael Sunder joins Auburn Volleyball as Assistant Coach – Auburn Tigers

AUBURN, Ala. –  Rachael Sunder, a former All-American and National Champion at UCLA, will join Auburn Volleyball as assistant coach, Brent Crouch announced on Monday.  “My family and I are thrilled to be joining the Auburn community,” Sunder said. “From the moment I first visited the Plains, I felt a strong sense of family and […]

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AUBURN, Ala. –  Rachael Sunder, a former All-American and National Champion at UCLA, will join Auburn Volleyball as assistant coach, Brent Crouch announced on Monday. 

“My family and I are thrilled to be joining the Auburn community,” Sunder said. “From the moment I first visited the Plains, I felt a strong sense of family and support that makes this place so special. I’m incredibly grateful to Coach Crouch for the opportunity to be part of this program and to continue learning and growing as a coach. I look forward to contributing alongside such a passionate and driven staff, and pouring into these student-athletes as we chase something great together. War Eagle!”

For the past four seasons, Sunder has acted as the Assistant Director of Austin Skyline Juniors Volleyball Clubs, one of the top programs in the nation. 

“We couldn’t be more excited to have Rachel join our program,” said head coach Brent Crouch. “She brings a wealth of experience from both the club and collegiate levels, as well as an incredible career as an athlete. Her background and knowledge will be invaluable to our program as we move forward!”

Across her four years at UCLA, Sunder racked up a litany of accolades, including AVCA All-American, the NCAA Tournament MVP in 2011, All-Pac 12 and All-Pacific Region. Sunder pieced together a 20-kill, eight-dig performance in the 2011 championship match to lift the Bruins over Illinois. To this day, Sunder remains in the top 15 in program history with 1442 kills in her career. 

Following her prolific career with the UCLA, Sunday played professionally in Puerto Rico for Valencianas De Juncos as well as IHF Volley Club in Italy. Sunder also earned a stint with the US Women’s National Team. 

Sunder also spent two seasons as the volunteer assistant coach with Texas, helping the Longhorns to a 54-8 record over her tenure and a National Runner-up finish in 2016. 



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Director Griffiths reflects on time in post as he completes maximum term

A passionate volleyball advocate, Simon Griffiths didn’t hesitate when the call came to help rejuvenate the sport in 2017. As Chair of Tamworth Spartans Volleyball Club, and having worked as a consultant for Volleyball England, he was well aware that the governing body was encountering difficult times. Encouraged to stand as an Elected Board Director […]

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A passionate volleyball advocate, Simon Griffiths didn’t hesitate when the call came to help rejuvenate the sport in 2017.

As Chair of Tamworth Spartans Volleyball Club, and having worked as a consultant for Volleyball England, he was well aware that the governing body was encountering difficult times.

Encouraged to stand as an Elected Board Director by then-Chief Executive Janet Inman, he has since played an important role in helping the organisation get back on a sound financial and structural footing. 

Only then, in later years of his eight-year tenure, has he been able to help drive and develop the game in England, as Chair of the An Ace Service Sub-group. 

“Going back nine years I was doing (communications) consultancy work for Volleyball England, having gone self-employed in 2016, when Janet asked me to work in the office two days a week,” said Simon. 

“Eventually the communications went back to an in-staff role, but Janet asked me if I would consider applying to be on the Board. 

“I’d been Chair of my club for five years, so I thought it was something I could use my experience to get involved with.” 

Since then, it’s been a tenure of “two halves” for Simon, who has helped Volleyball England through the Covid-19 Pandemic and overseen much positive change. 

First, though, came some challenging times when keeping the organisation functioning remained the number one priority. 

He said: “Volleyball England was in trouble in 2017, and, in the first two years, it was all about trying to safeguard the organisation. 

“At that time, Volleyball England was essentially on Sport England’s naughty step, and it was a hand-to-mouth existence just to make sure we continued. 

“It was not always a fun time as Janet and the Board tried to get the sport back on an even keel. We spent a lot of time plowing through financial updates and Sport England submissions. We had to make some hard choices. 

“But all that effort paved the way for the second half, which was to be more interesting and proactive.

“One of the best things was creating The Game Plan, which was launched in 2020. In the second half of 2019, I spent a lot of time with Adam (Walker), Seyram (Atubra), Sue (Storey) and Clare (Francis) working on the plan. 

“I am very proud of the contribution I have made and the progress we have made as an organisation, which is unrecognisable now from when I first became involved.”

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Among the highlights of Simon’s stint on the Board has been the staging of the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham. 

As a proud West Midlander, he was delighted to see its impact on the city, with the Bello brothers, Javier and Joaquin, winning a bronze medal for England in the beach volleyball. 

“To be involved in an organisation that is helping something like the Commonwealth Games in your home city was amazing,” said Simon. 

“Another thing from which I take great pride is starting the process of reviewing the refereeing structure, and also looking at some of the challenges facing the NVL. 

“Some of the things that have been implemented might not be everyone’s cup of tea, but we have been doing what we think is right to try to raise standards in the sport.” 

While thoroughly enjoying his time in post, Simon believes now is the right time for other people to step up, having served a maximum of eight years on the Board. 

His replacement in the role will be decided by a vote of member clubs at this weekend’s AGM, where they will choose between Anton Kornilov and Jeanne Riot. 

“Eight years is a long time,” said Simon. “This will give other people the chance to come in with fresh enthusiasm… I think eight years is about the maximum. 

“I’ve said to Adam (Walker) and the other directors that if they need help or advice, then they can always come to me, just as remains the case with Clare (Francis, former Deputy Chair). 

“Like her, I will continue to play a big part in volleyball, both on the club scene and helping with the West Midlands Volleyball Association (for whom wife Kara is Chair). 

“In my professional life I’ve been setting up a new board game café close to where I live in Moseley. 

“That’s happening alongside me continuing my other work, so it’s going to be a very busy time for me, even after coming to the end of this role.

“I’d like to thank Adam, as Chair. I’ve learned a lot from him and being in contact with him. I really like the working environment he has established for the Board and he’s been able to make sure that everyone’s voice has been heard.”



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“Sportswashing”

A new investigation finds that junk food firms have over 90 sponsorship deals with top UK sports, including brands like Cadbury, Pepsi, KP Snacks, Walkers, Kellogg’s, Red Bull, and Monster. It underscores that these partnerships weaken government initiatives to reduce junk food advertising and address the UK’s obesity problem. The feature in BMJ raises an issue […]

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A new investigation finds that junk food firms have over 90 sponsorship deals with top UK sports, including brands like Cadbury, Pepsi, KP Snacks, Walkers, Kellogg’s, Red Bull, and Monster. It underscores that these partnerships weaken government initiatives to reduce junk food advertising and address the UK’s obesity problem.

The feature in BMJ raises an issue of how these deals may impact public health. These brands have partnered with sporting stars, top-flight teams, and official governing bodies. 

The issue flags the rise in the food industry’s sponsorship of sports with widespread digital marketing and social media targeting. Experts worry that such moves give junk food firms a “health halo effect,” making consumers believe their products are more acceptable and less harmful.

Football stars Cole Palmer, Bukayo Saka, Leah Williamson, and Lauren James have such partnerships. This includes England Cricket captain Ben Stokes, cyclist Tom Pidcock, and Formula 1 driver Lando Norris.

“The value of the European sports sponsorship market has increased by 15% since 2019 and was valued at a record £20 billion [US$27 billion] in 2024,” reads the publication.

Junk food ad ban delays

The investigation comes amid the Women’s Euro 2025 football tournament in Switzerland (2–27 July), which expects 500 million people to attend. 

However, official sponsors — Just Eat Takeaway, Hellman’s Mmayonnaise, and PepsiCo — are featured on LED boards next to pitches and on interview backdrops during press events, flags BMJ investigators. 

The deals enable unhealthy products to appear on daytime TV, including Hula Hoops on England cricket shirts, Red Bull logos beside football pitches, and Kit Kat branding alongside Formula 1 race tracks.

Woman soccer player wearing in uniform battle action in soccer stadiumThe investigation comes amid the Women’s Euro 2025 football tournament.They add that the food industry has been lobbying and delaying legislation banning television advertisements for high-fat, salty, or sugary foods before the 9 p.m. TV watershed. Initially planned for late 2022, then October 2025, the implementation has been shifted to next year.

Social media and sports stars

Experts say advertisements have become more “pervasive” and “prominent” than before, and social media of sports stars opens greater routes for digital marketing. Under the “Kick Big Soda out of Sport” campaign, health experts have called on FIFA and the Olympic Committee to end their Coca-Cola sponsorship deals.

“It’s so important because it’s for kids. Some of these sports personalities, these football stars, these rugby stars…They are kids’ idols,” says Beth Bradshaw, policy and advocacy manager at Food Active, part of the public health charity Health Equalities Group. 

The BMJ’s findings demonstrate “genuine sportswashing,” argues Labour member of parliament and general practitioner Simon Opher. They have asked the UK Health Secretary whether he will ban sports sponsorship events by unhealthy food brands. 

However, the government said it has no plans at the moment to do so, adding that it has no plans to ban the advertising of less healthy food or drink products at sports events. “We continue to review the evidence of the impacts of less healthy food or drink product advertising on children and will consider where further action is needed.”

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LA28 reveals first version of detailed competition calendar with three years to go until the 2028 Olympic Games

Friday, 14 July 2028 will be a day to remember for fans, athletes and performers alike, as the Olympic Games LA28 spring to life with an undoubtedly memorable Opening Ceremony split between two iconic venues: the ​​LA Memorial Coliseum and 2028 Stadium in Inglewood. Beginning at 17:00 local time (GMT -7), the ceremony will be […]

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Friday, 14 July 2028 will be a day to remember for fans, athletes and performers alike, as the Olympic Games LA28 spring to life with an undoubtedly memorable Opening Ceremony split between two iconic venues: the ​​LA Memorial Coliseum and 2028 Stadium in Inglewood.

Beginning at 17:00 local time (GMT -7), the ceremony will be perfectly timed to take full advantage of the afternoon sun, so-called “golden hour” lighting and what will hopefully be a spectacular sunset over the City of Angels.

The timing of the Opening Ceremony was revealed as part of the first version of the detailed competition calendar released by LA28 on Monday, 14 July, which coincided with the three years to go milestone for the Olympic Games LA28.

The competition schedule – which can be viewed by day and by session – sets the tone for two (and a little extra) incredible weeks of sporting competition, beginning with preliminary action across seven sports on Wednesday, 12 July.

There will certainly be plenty of excitement in the air along the world-famous shores of Venice Beach during the early morning hours of Saturday, 15 July, with triathlon set to award the first set of medals at the Olympic Games LA28.

In fact, the first week of the Olympic Games LA28 will have an entirely different flavour than the Olympic Games Paris 2024, as athletics swaps places with swimming on the competition calendar, bringing track and field finals forward by a week, while leaving the marathons in their traditional slot at the end of the Olympic Games.

Of course, that doesn’t mean the second week of the Olympic Games LA28 will be any less entertaining, with swimming finals at the 2028 Stadium in Inglewood creating a once-in-a-lifetime atmosphere in the heart of Los Angeles.

For fans interested in wall-to-wall action, Saturday, 29 July will likely be a highlight of the Games. Featuring 16 gold and bronze medal team sport matches, along with 19 finals in individual sports, there’ll be an almost endless buffet of sports to choose from on what could easily be dubbed “Super Saturday.”

Unfortunately, as the idiom goes, all good things must come to an end – and the Olympic Games LA28 are no exception.

After 19 days of unforgettable action, the Olympic Games LA28 will reach their conclusion during a highly-anticipated Closing Ceremony at 18:00 local time (GMT -7) on Sunday, 30 July.

Stay tuned for more updates about the Olympic Games LA28 on Olympics.com.



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