Chiefs Legend Declares $45 Million Per Year a Bargain for Patrick Mahomes
Kansas City, MO – Patrick Mahomes, the face of the Kansas City Chiefs and one of the most electrifying quarterbacks in NFL history, may already be seen as worth every penny of his blockbuster contract. According to one Chiefs legend, though, the reigning MVP’s $45 million per year salary is not just justified—it’s a bargain.
Former Chiefs star and Hall of Famer Len Dawson recently spoke out on the immense value Mahomes brings to the franchise, pointing to his consistent success and leadership as reasons the quarterback’s contract is a steal. “For a player who’s revolutionized the game and led Kansas City to new heights, $45 million per year is more than fair,” Dawson said.
Mahomes, who signed a historic 10-year, $450 million contract in 2020, has already delivered two Super Bowl victories, five consecutive AFC Championship appearances, and multiple MVP awards. His ability to make game-changing plays, coupled with his leadership on and off the field, has helped transform the Chiefs into perennial Super Bowl contenders.
Dawson noted that the inflation of quarterback contracts around the league further solidifies Mahomes’ deal as a bargain. “You’re seeing quarterbacks with fewer accolades or impact signing for similar amounts. When you factor in everything Mahomes does, from his play to his marketability, it’s hard to argue that he isn’t worth more,” Dawson added.
With quarterback salaries continuing to skyrocket—players like Lamar Jackson, Joe Burrow, and Justin Herbert all landing deals in the $50 million per year range—the Chiefs’ ability to lock in Mahomes long-term at his current price is proving to be a savvy move for the organization.
As the Chiefs look ahead to future seasons with Mahomes at the helm, the quarterback’s value only continues to grow. With more potential Super Bowls on the horizon, Kansas City fans, along with NFL legends like Dawson, see Mahomes’ contract not as a splurge, but as a wise investment in continued success.
For the Chiefs, having a quarterback like Mahomes under contract for $45 million a year may go down as one of the greatest deals in NFL history.
