XFL Salary Structure Explained

The XFL is off and running, and surprisingly it's pretty damn entertaining thus far.

Debuting new kickoff and three-point conversion rules (among others), the XFL is a confusing concept to some. Nonetheless, we can't look away. With that in mind, how much are the players -- those who are actually pedaling the sport -- making?

I have moved XFL to TV2 but it’s definitely better than the AAF and the kickoff rule is sweet
— Big Cat (@BarstoolBigCat) February 8, 2020

How Much Do XFL Players Make?

The average salary of an XFL player is around $55,000. This includes a bi-weekly paycheck which averages out to about $2,080. Sure, that leaves a lot to be desired compared to the paydays of NFL players, but we have to keep an open mind that this is a new league just trying to get off the ground. Committing too much money to their talent would buoy the growth of the XFL long-term.

This, of course, doesn't mean salaries are stuck at that level.

DC fans already hitting Cardale Jones with the “M-V-P! M-V-P! chant one drive into his career. ? pic.twitter.com/LCHmWEfEtT
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XFL Salary for Quarterbacks

The best quarterbacks in the XFL, as is the case in the NFL, will make more than your average player. Per Yahoo!, top quarterbacks will earn around $500,000, in a group that could include the likes of Cardale Jones, Landry Jones and Josh Johnson.