And, according to Axios Twin Cities, the 11 athletes on the highest-paid athletes in Minnesota are projected to earn a combined approximately $300.5 million during the 2026 season. That's a decrease of roughly $27.5 million from the just under $328 million combined total for the top earners in 2025. READ MORE: Minnesotans Say This is the Most Annoying Coworker BehaviorWho Are Minnesota's Highest-Paid Athletes in 2026? And, at the very top of the list, Minnesota's highest-paid pro athlete is only 24 years old. Minnesota's 2026 Top-Earning Sports Stars RankedThe Highest Paid Athletes in Minnesota in 2026 Here are the 11 top-paid athletes who represent Minnesota in professional sports and how much money they make in 2026.