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Who are the highest-paid athletes in the world?

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Aaron Rodgers cashed in last offseason, agreeing to a four-year, $200 million deal that made him the highest-paid player in the history of the NFL.

But that doesn't exactly make him the highest-paid football player … if including soccer.

Here's a look at some of professional sports' highest average annual salaries (endorsements not included):

Cristiano Ronaldo - $200 million

Cristiano Ronaldo’s ugly exit from Manchester United doesn’t appear to be hurting his bank account. The Portuguese superstar reportedly has a deal on the table with Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr that could exceed $200 million annually.