Justin Jefferson reset the market for NFL wide receivers with a record-breaking contract. Other young stars like CeeDee Lamb and Ja'Marr Chase are next in line. Tyreek Hill wants a new deal. The exploding salaries are directly tied to the salary cap increase in the league.
The trend of increasing wide receiver salaries is expected to continue as top players claim a larger percentage of the team's payroll. Guaranteed money in contracts is also on the rise, with players seeking higher guarantees, a precedent set by Jefferson's deal.