Drew Brees (Born In 1979) – $160 Million

Drew Brees, now retired, earned most of his wealth from his professional football career. Considered one of the most talented quarterbacks of all time, he first made an impact in College Football, where he set records for completions, attempts, and yards. His excellence in the game has always assured him top earnings.

His first two decades in the National Football League earned him $250 million. Since 2006, he signed several contracts, including a six-year, $60-million contract with the Saints, which included nearly $22 million in bonuses. Brees leads all NFL players in sponsorship earnings, having bagged $15 million in brand deals.