Alabama Crimson Tide NFL stars eclipse the $1 billion mark in new contracts this offseason after Patrick Surtain extension

There's no doubt the Alabama Crimson Tide are well-represented throughout the NFL. After producing 47 first-round picks under Nick Saban, the Tide's reached another historic mark this NFL offseason. Just this offseason, former Alabama football players have made over $1 billion in new contracts.

On Wednesday, Denver Broncos star cornerback Patrick Surtain II landed a $96 million deal. This was the 10th deal worth at least $12 million per year for Alabama alumni since March.

Let's take a look at the top earners who played at Alabama who landed a big deal this offseason.

Former Alabama Contract Extensions in 2024

• Tua Tagovailoa, QB, Miami Dolphins ($212.4 million)
• Jaylen Waddle, WR, Miami Dolphins ($84.75 million)
• Devonta Smith, WR, Philadelphia Eagles ($75 million)
• Calvin Ridley, WR, Tennessee Titans ($92 million)
• Patrick Surtain II, CB, Denver Broncos ($96 million)
• Christian Barmore, DT, New England Patriots ($84 million)
• Landon Dickerson, OG, Philadelphia Eagles ($84 million)
• Jerry Jeudy, WR, Cleveland Browns ($52.5 million)
• Jonah Williams, OT, Arizona Cardinals ($30 million)
• Josh Jacobs, RB, Green Bay Packers ($48 million)

Which Alabama players will be next to cash in? It'll be fascinating to see the next generation of NFL stars enter the league from Alabama in coming seasons.