How much do NFL players get for playing the conference finals?
It may surprise you to know that despite their already large salaries, NFL players are also paid for the various playoff games in which they manage to play.
From the Wild Card round through to the Super Bowl itself, each playoff game represents not just a chance to move closer to glory, but a shot at a fat paycheck as well. Here we break down the kind of numbers that players are working with.
So, NFL players are paid for the Super Bowl?
Yes, they are. In 2024, players on the winning team in the Super Bowl will be paid $157,000 each, while players on the losing side will receive $82,000. That’s to say, whether you win or lose you’ll be walking away with a fair amount of cash. Of course, it’s worth noting that there are some criteria for payment eligibility such as how many games the player has participated in across the season, as well as how long he has been in NFL should he be injured when the final game is played.
OK, what about the Conference Championships?
Win or lose, all players who compete in the AFC and NFC championships will be paid $69,000 this season.
Yes, players are also paid for the Divisional Round
That’s right. For making it to the second round of the playoffs, players were paid the handsome sum of $46,500 this season.
Even the Wild-Card Round?
Believe it or not, even the Wild-Card Round. For those who were on teams that won a division, they received $46,500, while players on teams that didn’t or those who had a first-round bye received $41,500.