It’s the Super Bowl’s time of the year once again, and the Kansas City Chiefs under Patrick Mahomes and the Philadelphia Eagles under Jalen Hurts are set to face off at the final stage for the second time in two years. Their previous encounter in Super Bowl 57 on Feb. 12, 2023, saw the Chiefs snag a hard-fought victory with a 38-25 win at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Ariz.
This rematch rekindles the team rivalries and brings the spotlights back to the quarterbacks leading their respective teams — Mahomes for the Chiefs and Hurts for the Eagles. Let’s compare their 2024 season performances, contract statuses, and net worth before the big game.
Patrick Mahomes’ 2024 Season
In the 2024 regular season, Mahomes amassed 3,928 passing yards, ranking seventh among NFL quarterbacks. He threw 26 touchdowns (ninth) and recorded 11 interceptions.
His quarterback rating (QBR) stood at 67.7, eighth in the NFL. Under his leadership, the Chiefs achieved a 15-2 record, a significant improvement from their 11-6 record the previous year, as they aim for a historic three-peat after two consecutive Super Bowl victories.
According to Pro Football and Sports Network’s 2024 QB Rankings, Mahomes earned a regular season QB+ score of 84.4 (B; 10th) and a combined regular season and playoff QB+ score of 84.8 (B; seventh).
Notably, in a playoff game against the Buffalo Bills, he delivered his best performance of the season with a QB+ of 88.2, accounting for 288 total yards and three touchdowns.
Jalen Hurts’ 2024 Season
Hurts concluded the 2024 regular season with 2,903 passing yards, 20th among NFL quarterbacks. He threw 18 touchdowns (20th) and had five interceptions. His QBR was 65.7, placing him 10th.
Hurts’ performance was particularly notable. On non-scramble dropbacks, he maintained a QBR of 61 (11th) and led the league in completion percentage over expectation with a +7 rating.
PFSN’s 2024 QB Rankings assigned Hurts a regular season QB+ score of 88.7 (B+; fourth) and a combined regular season and playoff QB+ score of 85.9 (B; fifth). In the NFC Championship Game, despite concerns over a knee injury, Hurts delivered his best playoff performance with 0.45 expected points added per dropback (EPA/DB) overall and an impressive 0.8 EPA/DB from a clean pocket.
Mahomes’ Contract Status
Mahomes signed a 10-year, $450 million contract with the Kansas City Chiefs in July 2020, which includes a $10 million signing bonus and $141,481,905 in guaranteed money, averaging an annual salary of $45 million.
In 2025, he is set to earn a base salary of $16,650,000, a roster bonus of $32,350,000, and a workout bonus of $1,000,000, resulting in a cap hit of $66,258,269 and a dead cap value of $77,838,045.
As of 2025, Mahomes’ net worth is estimated at $90 million, reinforced by endorsements with companies such as Adidas, State Farm, and DirecTV. Additionally, he holds ownership stakes in the Kansas City Royals, Sporting Kansas City, and the Kansas City Current.
Hurts’ Contract Status
Hurts signed a five-year, $255 million contract with the Philadelphia Eagles in April 2023, which includes a $23,294,000 signing bonus and $179,399,000 in guaranteed money, averaging an annual salary of $51 million.
In 2025, Hurts will receive a base salary of $1,170,000 and a signing bonus of $40,830,000, leading to a cap hit of $21,769,800 and a dead cap value of $107,302,400.
Hurts’ net worth is approximately $30 million, with earnings from endorsements with brands like Gillette, Pepsi, and Kellogg’s.
Comparison of the 2 Quarterbacks
Both Mahomes and Hurts have secured substantial contracts with their respective teams, reflecting their value and performance on the field.
While the difference between Mahomes and Hurts’ current contracts is significant, the figures appear to be poles apart when compared side by side.
Contract Length
- Mahomes: 10 years
- Hurts: Five years
Contract Value
- Mahomes: $450,000,000
- Hurts: $255,000,000
Average Annual Value
- Mahomes: $45,000,000
- Hurts: $51,000,000
Guaranteed Value
- Mahomes: $141,481,905
- Hurts: $179,399,000
2025 Cap Hit
- Mahomes: $66,258,269
- Hurts: $21,769,800