Footy media’s biggest money men revealed
The big bucks are made in the commentary box, not on the footy field. Here are the top former footy stars and big name earners in the media.
Everyone wants to know who the AFL’s million dollar men are — and they’re not just players on the field.
Media figure and
former Richmond star Nathan Brown delved into rare territory when he put forward a list of former footy stars — in commentary, radio, digital, newspapers and podcasts — and their estimated salaries.
“I rang about five different people, and some very prominent names, and I’ve had a little bit of feedback.
“Fev thought I had him too low.
Luke Darcy has been fielding some calls to see if he’s OK as he’s dropped from number three to 13 after no longer doing breakfast radio. He is hosting the Olympics though, Channel 7 is giving him another go after the Weapon (Dean Robinson) interview.
FOOTY’S TOP MONEY MEN
Equal 10: Wayne Carey, $500,000
Triple M, Channel 7 and The Age
An astute special comments man and one of the greatest to ever play the game, Carey offers up solid insights on Channel 7 every Friday night.
Equal 10: Jason Dunstall, $500,000
Fox Footy and Triple M
Affectionately referred to as Chief, the Hawks legend is becoming a fan favourite showing his wit and softer side across Bounce, radio and Instagram.
9: Nick Riewoldt, $550,000
Fox Footy and other media
Saints champion has made a seamless transition to the commentary chair and is also cooking up a bigger profile via an upcoming stint on Celebrity MasterChef.
8: Matthew Lloyd, $600,000
Channel 9, 3AW and AFL website
A multi-talented performer across various platforms, the Bombers great isn’t afraid to go hard and call it as he sees it.
7: Brian Taylor, $650,000
Channel 7 and Triple M
Now considered Channel 7’s chief commentator without Bruce McAvaney beside him,
BT continues to hit the mark for many viewers.
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6: Tim Watson, $675,000
SEN and Channel 7
The Essendon legend joins Garry Lyon each morning for their SEN breakfast show and is also a staple Seven News fixture.
5: James Brayshaw, $1 million
Channel 7 and Triple M
One of the most colourful callers on television, Brayshaw can do it all across cricket and footy, TV and radio.
4: Mark Howard, $1.05 million
Fox Sports (footy and cricket), Triple M and Howie Games podcast
A versatile cricket and footy commentator who has also made a big impression in the podcast world with his top-rating interview series, Howie Games.
3: Garry Lyon, $1.15 million
SEN and Fox Footy
One of the most polished performers, Lyon was always destined to work in media across television and radio.
2: Brendan Fevola, $1.2 million
Fox FM
A much-loved character on the field, Fev clearly has a big fan base in retirement with this top-rating radio gig over the past six years.
1: Jonathan Brown, $1.5 million
Nova and Fox Footy
Regarded as one of the great blokes in the industry, it’s no surprise the Lions legend is getting bang for his buck.