Sun Jan 05 13:50:00 UTC 2025: ## NFL Week 18: Millions on the Line as Players Chase Contract Incentives

**Numerous NFL players stand to earn significant bonuses based on their Week 18 performances and season-end statistics.** Several high-profile players are on the verge of lucrative contract incentives, adding extra drama to the final week of the regular season.

Among the biggest potential payouts is for Baker Mayfield. Mayfield is projected to earn $2.5 million in bonuses based on his current ranking in several key passing categories (passer rating, touchdowns, passing yards, completion percentage, and yards per attempt). He currently sits within the top five or ten in each category.

Similarly, Derek Carr could pocket an additional $6 million. He needs 186 passing yards and one more win to reach his career highs in passing yards and wins respectively. Maintaining his completion percentage also factors into his bonus potential.

Other players with substantial incentive opportunities include Courtland Sutton (potentially $2 million for reaching receiving yardage milestones and game participation), Von Miller ($1.5 million for one sack), and several other players with sack-based incentives (Emmanuel Ogbah, Arden Key, Tyrel Dodson, Calais Campbell, Bud Dupree, Dorance Armstrong, Za’Darius Smith, Javon Kinlaw, Kenneth Murray, Blake Cashman, and Dante Fowler Jr.).

Tony Pollard needs 83 rushing yards for a $250,000 bonus and two touchdowns for another $200,000, while DeAndre Hopkins needs six touchdowns for a $250,000 bonus and improved yardage and reception numbers.

Derrick Henry has already secured over $1.5 million in incentives for rushing yards and touchdowns, with a potential Super Bowl bonus awaiting. Several other players, including Mike Gesicki and Saquon Barkley, also secured significant bonuses in previous games. Meanwhile, Dallas Goedert earned $750,000 in incentives for his excellent final game performance. These bonuses highlight the significant financial incentives built into many NFL contracts, motivating players even in games with minimal playoff implications.

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