Since signing a five-year, $31 million contract with the Detroit Lions back in 2014, wide receiver Golden Tate has been the one of the NFL’s most consistent performers. In three years, the former second round selection out of Notre Dame has averaged 93 receptions, 1,074 yards and nearly five touchdowns a season.
Yet, Tate’s teammate, wide receiver Marvin Jones, actually makes more than him. Jones posted just 55 catches, 940 yards and four touchdowns in his first year in Detroit last season. According to Spotrac.com Jones is slated to make a base salary of $7 million this upcoming season, while Tate’s base is set at just $6 million.