5 highest-paid players in Saints history feat. Drew Brees, Michael Thomas and more (2024)

The New Orleans Saints enter the 2024 NFL season with the aim of competing in the NFC. Over 10 years removed from their Super Bowl win, the Saints' fan base has the right to expect a deep postseason run from their heroes.

As we count down to the new season, let's look at the highest earners in the history of the Saints. This would give us a good overview of the greatest stars who have played for them.

The five highest-paid players in New Orleans Saints history

Here's a look at the best-paid players in New Orleans Saints history. Please note that all figures are from Spotrac.

5. Terron Armstead, Left tackle

Terron Armstead was the first name on the New Orleans Saints offensive line. Armstead is an elite left tackle, tasked with the crucial role of protecting the quarterback's blind side.

Armstead earned $68,101,026 during his time with the Saints, but took his talents to South Beach in 2022. He was a three-time Pro Bowl selection with the Saints and has been a two-time Pro Bowler with the Miami Dolphins.

4. Marshon Lattimore, Cornerback

Marshon Lattimore is a perennial Pro Bowler and Tampa Bay Buccaneeers wide receiver Mike Evans' worst nightmare. Lattimore has been a key part of the Saints since day 1, and his covering ability is a major factor in the success of their secondary.

Lattimore has earned $71,706,563 as a member of the New Orleans Saints. He's not going anywhere anytime soon, so the number will rise in the coming years.

3. Michael Thomas, Wide receiver - $72,520,383

Michael Thomas was once the best pass catcher in the NFL, even if it was for a brief period. The shifty wide receiver balled out in New Orleans until he began to suffer agonizing injuries.

Thomas earned $71,706,563 by playing in New Orleans and catching touchdown passes from the team's ever-revolving roster of quarterbacks. He was released by the Saints in March this year.

2. Cameron Jordan, Defensive end - $125,020,690

Cameron Jordan is known to strike fear into the hearts of offensive players. Jordan has grit about him, and he plays harder by the week. He is an eight-time Pro Bowler and is the all-time leader in sacks (117.5) for the Saints.

Jordan is the best-paid defensive player in the history of the New Orleans Saints. He has earned a staggering $125,020,690 while spending all his 13 seasons in the NFL with the Saints.

1. Drew Brees, Quarterback - $256,527,422

Drew Brees is arguably the greatest quarterback in NFL history not to win a regular-season MVP award. Brees was an elite passer for over a decade-and-a-half and led the Saints to their only Super Bowl trophy.

He has twice been the NFL Offensive Player of the Year, five-time All-Pro and 13-time Pro Bowl selection. He has led the league in passing yards seven times and in touchdowns four times.

Brees earned $256,527,422 as the New Orleans Saints starting quarterback. He owns almost every significant Saints passing record and is easily one of the best passers that the league has ever seen.