As the NFL regular season approaches its climax, numerous players find themselves poised to seize significant contract bonuses in the forthcoming weeks. Insights from Moneyline reveal that several notable athletes are not only eyeing these financial incentives but are also determined to guide their teams toward Super Bowl success.

Among the leading figures is Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, who aspires to achieve something unprecedented in modern NFL history—a three-peat. If Mahomes secures his third NFL MVP title and the Chiefs emerge victorious in the AFC Championship Game, he stands to gain a salary enhancement of $1.25 million for the 2025 season. Moreover, should the Chiefs win Super Bowl LIX and Mahomes participates in at least 50 percent of the snaps, his base salary for 2025 would increase by an additional $1.25 million. His chief rival, Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen, is currently favored to capture his first MVP award and, if successful, would receive a $1.5 million bonus. Allen is also motivated to defeat Mahomes for the first time in the playoffs and could earn $2.5 million by leading the Bills to their first Super Bowl, provided he plays 50 percent of the offensive snaps.

In the AFC, the Baltimore Ravens, spearheaded by reigning NFL MVP Lamar Jackson, are considered strong contenders for the Super Bowl. Running back Derrick Henry has thrived in his inaugural season with the Ravens, already cashing in $1 million for achieving 1,636 rushing yards and 15 touchdowns. An additional $500,000 could be added to his earnings if the Ravens win the Super Bowl. In the NFC, Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley has made a notable impact, leading the NFL with 2,114 yards from scrimmage in his first season with the team, netting him a $500,000 bonus. Further incentives include an additional $500,000 if he is named an All-Pro and $250,000 for a Pro Bowl selection. Additional bonuses await Barkley if the Eagles advance deep into the playoffs, including $250,000 for an NFC Championship victory and $500,000 for a Super Bowl win. Lastly, the Detroit Lions are also poised to contend for Super Bowl LIX; their quarterback Jared Goff could see his 2028 salary rise by $1 million should they claim the title with him playing at least 50 percent of the snaps. Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield aims to lead his team to consecutive playoff appearances, earning a $500,000 bonus for a wild-card win and striving for higher financial rewards in subsequent playoff rounds, potentially totaling $2.5 million for a Super Bowl victory. Moreover, Mayfield’s impressive performance, as he ranks in the top 10 in various statistical categories, could secure him an additional $2.5 million if he maintains this status through the regular season.