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Safeties Get Paid Big in 2026 | NFL News

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Safeties are getting paid like superstars in the NFL, with 22 players now earning at least $10 million annually—and one taking home a jaw-dropping $25.2 million. Derwin James leads the pack, followed closely by Kyle Hamilton and Kerby Joseph, as teams invest heavily in this critical defensive position. The trend signals a major shift: safeties aren’t just key players—they’re top earners, reshaping the league’s financial landscape.

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