The highest paid player for the 2007/08 season was Brad Richards of the Dallas Stars. However, Richards' contract was given to him by the Tampa Bay Lightning; Dallas obtained his services midway through the season.
It was Ronaldo.
Jermaine O'neal
Didier Drogba
According to Billszone.com, the highest paid player on the 2008 Buffalo Bills is defensive end Aaron Schobel. His 2008 salary is $8,729,795.
Peyton Manning
Alex Rodriguez, $28,000,000
John Terry - Chelsea in England I think..
Kevin Garnett with 23,750,000 dolars
Cristiano Ronaldo (Manchester United)
Kevin Garnett is, at $24.75M a year (2008-9).
Salary only: Kevin Garnett @ $22,000,000.00
Kobe Bryant is currently the highest paid player in the NBA.