Brock Purdy of the San Francisco 49ers secured an impressive $857,842.50 in performance-based pay for the 2024 season, nearly eclipsing his base salary of $985,000. This payout stems from the NFL's system to reward lower-salaried players who log significant playing time, and Purdy's performance was exceptional, with 81.3% of available snaps played. His earnings come ahead of a potential lucrative contract extension after his third season.

Among notable recipients, Jamien Sherwood of the New York Jets topped the list with over $1 million, following a standout year that included 98 solo tackles and a subsequent three-year extension worth $45 million. Others earning significant bonuses include Jaylon Jones of the Colts and Michael Jackson of the Panthers, both contributing to their teams at a high level. Conversely, players like Shaquil Barrett and Evan Hull saw minimal action, resulting in smaller bonuses that highlight the disparity in performance compensation among NFL players.