The Richest NFL Players & The Women Who Stand By Their Side At Each Game
In Football you often need to be very physical and even sometimes brutal. For most NFL stars life off the football field tend to be very comfortable and pampering. Nothing that reminds the difficulties they endure on the field. Money is not a problem for them since they make millions of dollars. But being a pro athlete playing in the NFL is also very stressful and it’s almost impossible to do it without a strong and supportive woman standing alongside you. Here are some of the most impressive NFL power couples and their equally impressive net worth:
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Fran Tarkenton & Linda Tarkenton
Net worth: $60 million

Linda is Fran’s second wife, they have a daughter by the name of Hayley and they currently live in the Buckhead Community of Atlanta, Georgia. Fran is a former NFL quarterback, TV personality & computer software executive. He played football for 18 seasons & spent the most of his career with the Minnesota Vikings. He also played for the New York Giants for 5 seasons. When he retired, he held every major quarterback record. He entered the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1986 & the College Football Hall of Fame in 1987.
Howie Long & Diane Addonizio
Net Worth: $16 Million

Prolific NFL player Howie Long is remarkable not only for his stature but also for the breadth of his accomplishments. His partner, Diane Addonizio, has been a vital component of his success, offering unwavering support throughout their journey. They married in 1982, and together, they have three sons: Chris, Kyle, and Howie Jr.
Long, a former defensive end for the Oakland Raiders, is well-known for his incredible record of eight trips to the Pro Bowl, three Super Bowl wins, and his election into the esteemed Pro Football Hall of Fame. Along with building a solid reputation as an actor and broadcaster, he has a net worth of $16 million.
Champ Bailey & Jessica Herrera
Net worth: $102.8 million

Champ Bailey married model Jessica Herrera in 2014 and has been staying with her since then. They have 3 kids together. Champ is a former NFL cornerback. He played college football for Georgia & was drafted by the Washington Redskins in the 1st round of the 1999 NFL Draft. His brother is former NFL linebacker Boss Bailey. In 2004, Bailey moved to the Denver Broncos. In 2014 he was signed by the New Orleans Saints, but was released before the beginning of the regular season. Bailey retired in 2014 after 15 seasons.
Michael Vick & Kijafa Vick – $124.8 million

Michael Vick is the Atlanta Legends’ coach, he used to play as a quarterback for 13 seasons in the NFL, mainly for the Atlanta Falcons & the Philadelphia Eagles. In college he played for Virginia Tech & was selected by the Falcons as the 1st overall pick in the 2001 NFL Draft. While playing for the Falcons (for six years), he was considered as a player who transformed the quarterback position & was chosen to 3 Pro Bowls. He officially retired from the game in 2017 after spending all the 2016 season as a free agent.
Ben Roethlisberger & Ashley Harlan
Net worth: $70 million

Roethlisberger married Ashley Harlan, a physician assistant from New Castle, Pennsylvania in 2011. Ashley has a degree in health science. Ben Roethlisberger, also known as Big Ben, is a quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers. He was chosen as the NFL’s Offensive Rookie of the Year in 2004 and his 1st Pro Bowl selection was in 2007. He was the youngest Super Bowl-winning quarterback in the league’s history. They led them to a 2nd Super Bowl title in 4 seasons in Super Bowl XLIII. He appeared in his 3rd Super Bowl in Super Bowl XLV, but they lost to the Green Bay Packers.
John Elway & Paige Green
Net worth: $145 million

The couple married in 2009. Paige was once an Oakland Raiders cheerleader, but now she’s only rooting for one team. She was also an actress in the past. John Elway is a former quarterback who’s currently general manager & president of football operations of the NFL’s Denver Broncos. His entire 16-year professional career was with the Denver Broncos. When he retired in early 1999, he recorded the most victories by a starting quarterback & statistically was the 2nd most prolific passer in the league’s history. He was only one of 2 players ever to score a rushing touchdown in 4 different Super Bowls.
Roger Staubach & Marianne Staubach – $600 million

Roger Staubach was nicknamed “Roger the Dodger”, “Captain America” & “Captain Comeback”, used to play in the NFL as a quarterback. He joined the Dallas Cowboys in 1969 & played there for his entire career. He won the Super Bowl 5 times with them, 4 as the starting quarterback. He was chosen as the MVP of Super Bowl VI. He was chosen to the Pro Bowl 6 times during his 11-year career. He’s now the executive chairman of the real estate company Jones Lang LaSalle.
Terrell Suggs & Candace Williams
Net worth: 105.2 million

Terrell Suggs Married Candace Williams despite their rocky relationship that got a lot of media coverage. They married in 2012. They have 2 kids together. Terrell Suggs, also known as “T-Sizzle,” is an outside linebacker who plays for the NFL’s Baltimore Ravens. In college Terrell played for Arizona State, and was chosen as a unanimous All-American. The Ravens picked him with the 10th overall pick in the 2003 NFL Draft, and he’s the team’s all-time leader in sacks. He’s a 7-time Pro Bowl selection, a 2 time All-Pro, & was part of the team that won Super Bowl XLVII.
Steve Young & Barbara Graham
Net worth: $200 million

Steve Young is married to Barbara Graham. They were introduced in 1999 with the help of a mutual friend & got married in 2000. Graham joined Young & became a Mormon while they were dating. They have 4 kids including 2 sons & 2 daughters. She’s used to be a model & now works in public relations. Steve is a former quarterback who played 15 seasons in the NFL & is famous mainly for his 13 seasons with the San Francisco 49ers. During his 1994 MVP season, he set a new NFL record for passer rating at 112.8. He’s a member of the College Football Hall of Fame & the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Joe Flacco & Dana Grady
Net worth: $55 million

Joe Flacco plays for the NFL’s Baltimore Ravens. Since Flacco was the starting quarterback for Baltimore, they’ve won the AFC North a couple of times, played in 3 AFC Championship Games, & beat the San Francisco 49ers to win Super Bowl XLVII in 2012. Flacco was chosen as the Super Bowl XLVII’s MVP. That year, Flacco signed a 6-year deal worth $120.6 million. He’s also famous for having one of the strongest arms in the league. Flacco wed the lovely Dana Grady in 2011, & they were graced with 2 sons & a daughter.
Alex Smith & Elizabeth Barry
Net worth: $146.5 million

Alex Smith’s wife Elizabeth Barry is an-ex Oakland Raiders cheerleader. They married in 2009. Alex and Elizabeth are the proud parents of 2 cute sons. The 1st Hudson was born in 2011 and the 2nd Hayes two years later. Smith is a quarterback playing for the NFL’s Washington Redskins. In his 1st 6 seasons, playing for the San Francisco 49ers he dealt with injuries & consistency. In 2012 Smith moved to the Kansas City Chiefs. In his 1st season there he led them to their 1st playoff in 3 years. He was picked for 3 Pro Bowls with them & moved to the Redskins.
Ndamukong Suh & Katya Leick
Net worth: $138.7 million

Suh is in a relationship with Katya Leick & she was seen in some of his games wearing a shirt with “Suh’s girl” written on it. She was in the women’s basketball team of Kansas State University. Suh plays as a nose tackle for the NFL’s Los Angeles Rams. In 2015, Suh was honored as the 24th best player in the league, he was the 6th highest ranked defensive player. He was named an All Pro 6 times. In 2015, he became the highest-paid defensive player in the league’s history, after agreeing on a deal with the Miami Dolphins, worth approximately $114 million.
Philip Rivers & Tiffany Rivers
Net worth: $202.9 million

Phillip Rivers married his junior high school sweetheart, Tiffany, in 2001. She converted to the Catholic faith. They have 8 children together. Rivers plays for the NFL’s L.A Chargers. He’s been picked to the Pro Bowl 7 times. His career passer rating of 96.0 is 8-best all-time among NFL quarterbacks. He lives quite modestly considering his career earnings are over $200 million. His drives a 2008 Ford F250. He wears plain brown cowboy boots and his shirts are Western cut with shiny buttons. His father & his brother all played football in college.
Matthew Stafford & Kelly Hall
Net worth: $178.3 million

Stafford met his wife Kelly Hall in the University of Georgia. She’s an ex-cheerleader while her brother is the football star, Chad Hall. They married in 2015 and their twin girls were born 2 years later. Their 3rd daughter was born in 2018. Stafford is a quarterback for the Detroit Lions. Stafford became the 4th quarterback in the league’s history to throw for over 5,000 yards in a season. In 2017 he signed a $135 million deal with the Lions, what turned him into the highest-paid player in the league’s history back then.
Julius Peppers & Claudia Sampedro
Net worth: $165.0 million

Peppers is in a relationship with Claudia Sampedro since 2014 & they both starred in the show, WAGS Miami. Peppers & Sampedro are rumored to be engaged, details about their upcoming wedding remain unknown. Peppers plays as a defensive end for the NFL’s Carolina Panthers. Peppers used to play for the Chicago Bears & for the Green Bay Packers from 2014 to 2016. He was picked to the Pro Bowl 9 times, and for the 1st and 2nd All-Pro teams 3 times each. He was also chosen for to the NFL 2000s All-Decade Team.
Larry Fitzgerald & Melissa Blakesley
Net worth: $163.3 million

Fitzgerald’s girlfriend is Melissa Blakesley, they have a son called Apollo. Like her husband, Melissa has one older son from a previous relationship, Darion Dylan Blakesley. He’s a wide receiver playing for the NFL’s Arizona Cardinals. He’s been selected for the Pro Bowl 11 times & was named 1st-team All-Pro in 2008 & 2nd-team All-Pro twice in 2009 & 2011. He’s 2nd in NFL career receiving yards, 3rd in career receptions, & 7th in receiving touchdowns. Fitzgerald developed a friendship with politician and war hero John McCain & spoke at his memorial service held in Phoenix.
Aaron Rodgers & Danica Patrick
Net worth: $204.0 million

Danica Patrick was a race car driver and won more than a few races. Her own net worth is estimated at $60 million. She retired from car racing in 2018. Her boyfriend is the Green Bay Packers’ quarterback, Aaron Rodgers. Rodgers is a quarterback playing for the Green Bay Packers. He became the Packers’ starting quarterback in 2008. In 2010 he led them to winning the Super Bowl XLV, also being chosen as the Super Bowl’s MVP. Some sportscasters & players consider Rodgers to be one of the greatest quarterbacks ever.
Jerry Rice & Latisha Pelayo
Net worth: $55 million

Rice is engaged to Latisha Pelayo who he has dated since 2008. She’s a licensed Esthetician & the owner of San Carlos skin-care salon. Rice is an ex wide receiver who played in the NFL, mainly with the San Francisco 49ers. He’s considered the best wide receiver in the league’s history & has been called the greatest NFL player ever. He’s the career leader in most major statistical categories for his position, including receptions, touchdown receptions & receiving yards. Rice scored more points than any other non-kicker in the league’s history with 1,256.
Cam Newton & Kia Proctor
Net worth: 104.7 million

Cam’s partner is Kia Proctor who’s a model. Their 1st child was born in 2015. They are already living as a family but it’s unclear whether Newton plans to offer Proctor to marry him. Newton is a quarterback for the NFL’s Carolina Panthers. He’s the only player in the modern era to receive the Heisman Trophy, win a national championship & become the 1st overall pick in an NFL draft within 1 year. He was the 2011 NFL Rookie of the Year, is a 3-time Pro Bowler, and was chosen as the NFL’s MVP in 2015.
Carson Palmer & Shaelyn Palmer
Net worth: $60 million

Former Arizona Cardinals quarterback Carson Palmer is married to Shaelyn Palmer who’s an ex soccer player herself. Carson is an ex quarterback who played 15 seasons in the NFL, mainly for the Cincinnati Bengals & Arizona Cardinals. His best year was in 2015, helping the Cardinals advance to the NFC Championship game, & being named to his 3rd Pro Bowl, also being a 2nd-team All-Pro. He retired following the 2017 regular season after struggling most of the league year with an injury. When he retired he was 12th ever in both passing yards & passing touchdowns.
Tony Romo & Candice Crawford
Net worth: $70 million

Former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo is married to Candice Crawford. Candice is a reporter & sports anchor. She anchored The Closers, a sports show that aired once a week. She was also an intern with the Dallas Cowboys for 2 summers, where she reported for the team. Tony is a former quarterback who played 14 seasons for the NFL’s Dallas Cowboys. Romo retired following the 2016 season, after suffering a back injury that made him lose his starting position to Dak Prescott. After he retired, he was hired by CBS Sports as a lead color analyst for their NFL telecasts.
Sam Bradford & Emma Lavy
Net worth: $70 million

Bradford is married to golfer Emma Lavy since 2016. Emma is a golfer, she’s a 2-time All-State Arkansas, 3 time all IJGT team and NWA Timеѕ Athlete of the Year. Sam Bradford is a quarterback who’s currently a free agent. He’s played for the NFL’s St. Louis Rams, Philadelphia Eagles, Minnesota Vikings & for the Arizona Cardinals. In 2008, he became the 2nd sophomore who won the Heisman Trophy. He was picked by the St. Louis Rams as the 1st overall selection in the 2010 NFL Draft.
Ezekiel Elliott & Halle Woodard
Net worth: $12 Million

The Dallas Cowboys‘ running back, Ezekiel Elliot, bought his parents a new house with the money he earned from his rookie contracts. Now, he’s got a $12 million net worth and can afford a lavish house both for himself and for his parents! Ezekiel’s rumored girlfriend is a nurse named Hallie Woodward. However, he has not confirmed the rumors yet, even though there are reasons to believe the two are serious about each other. The 23-year-old NFL star studied marketing at Ohio State University before he began his professional career.
Patrick Mahomes & Brittany Matthews
Net worth: $10 million

Patrick Mahomes and his high school sweetheart Brittany Matthews have reportedly been dating for a long time. They attended Whitehouse High School in East Texas together. The 23-year old Kansas City Chiefs quarterback and Brittany reportedly decided to keep dating even after choosing different colleges (Texas Tech University and the University of Texas at Tyler). Brittany, who is also an athlete and played soccer in college, often accompanies her boyfriend to the games to support him. Patrick was drafted by the Chiefs in 2017 and he already has about $10 million in his bank account.
Joe Montana & Jennifer Montana
Net worth: $80 million

Former quarterback, Joe Montana met model & actress Jennifer Wallace while shooting a commercial for Schick razor & married her. She appeared in Adventures with Kanga Roddy & in Hollywood Health Report. She retired from acting and became a jewelry designer running Jennifer Montana Design. Joe Montana is known also as “Joe Cool” & “The Comeback Kid”, he is a former quarterback who played in the NFL for 16 seasons with the San Francisco 49ers & Kansas City Chiefs. While a member of the 49ers, he started and won 4 Super Bowls & was the 1st player ever to have been named the Super Bowl’s MVP 3 times.
Eli Manning & Abby McGrew
Net worth: $100 million

Eli Manning is playing for the NY Giants since 2004. He’s a 2-time Super Bowl Champion & MVP. He met Abby McGrew when they attended Mississippi University together. They got engaged in 2007. They got married in 2008 & have 3 kids together. Manning played college football at the University of Mississippi from 2000-2003. He was drafted as the 1st overall pick in the 2004 NFL Draft by the San Diego Chargers & was immediately transferred to the Giants. Manning’s father is Archie Manning, a former NFL quarterback.