As some see their stock rise, others fall. These once major players have all seen their influence dwindle of late.

What makes Mahomes so transcendent, you ask? He's a a household name by his mid-twenties, a 3x Super Bowl champ by his late-twenties, and an investor and philanthropist with his hand in so. many endeavors that it's hard to keep count. In short, Mahomes is Midas—if his touch is involved, its' going to turn golden.

The sports landscape is shaped by all kinds of power brokers: dealmakers, cultural titans, icons of leadership and athletes. Click here to see the 50 most influential figures and forces in sports right now,

The second annual list features athletes, icons and leaders, executives and influencers who are shaping the sports world in different ways.