Scott Boras dominates sports agents with $244 million in commissions

In 2025, Scott Boras maintained his position as the top sports agent with $244 million in maximum commissions from contracts under his management. He has consistently ranked first in the Forbes list of powerful sports agents since its debut in 2013, landing in the top spot nine times out of ten editions. The rankings are determined based on the maximum commissions agents can earn from the contracts they negotiate, using a standard fee percentage across different leagues. Boras's clients include high-profile players like Bryce Harper and Juan Soto, each with contracts exceeding $245 million, emphasizing his substantial influence in baseball. Meanwhile, the overall top 20 agents collectively manage an impressive $32 billion in active contracts and are expected to earn at least $32 million each in maximum commissions. Notably, Jeff Schwartz of Excel Sports Management is ranked second with $113 million in commissions linked to NBA contracts. Rich Paul, founder of Klutch Sports Group, follows closely in third place with $111 million in maximum commissions from his NBA client roster. This year has seen Schwartz’s estimated contract totals rise by 32% and Paul’s leap by 103%, indicating growing revenues in their fields. The disparity between Boras's earnings and those of other agents showcases the unique structure of commission rates in different sports. For instance, agents in Major League Baseball (MLB) typically charge commission rates of 5%, compared to 4% in the NBA, 3% in the NFL, and a standard rate of 4% in the NHL. Because of this, the representation among the top agents illustrates that eight are from basketball, seven from baseball, three from football, and two from hockey, reflecting the varying financial landscapes in these professional sports. While the wealth accumulation among agents rises, so does their collective management of lucrative player contracts. Bill Duffy from WME Basketball ranked fourth this year, achieving a maximum commission of $72 million on $1.8 billion in contracts, marking an increase of 77% from the previous year. Agents play a pivotal role in shaping their clients' financial futures, leveraging their negotiation skills and relationships within the industry to achieve substantial contracts that often redefine the pay scales within their respective leagues.