Cost of quarterbacks
Sixteen of the 20 highest-paid players in the NFL are quarterbacks. Here's a look at how Kirk Cousins' current 2019 salary compares to the top eight:
Russell Wilson, Seattle$35M
Ben Roethlisberger, Pitt.$34M
Aaron Rodgers, Green Bay$33.5M
Jared Goff, L.A. Rams$33.5
Carson Wentz, Philadelphia$32M
Matt Ryan, Atlanta$30M
Kirk Cousins, Vikings$28M
Jimmy Garoppolo, San Fran.$27.5M
Source: NFL.com