Chris Jones Net Worth

What is Chris Jones’ Net Worth?

net worth:	$35 million
age:	Thirty-four
date of birth:	July 12, 1990
gender:	male
high:	1.98 m (6 ft 6 in)
country of origin:	USA
Source of wealth:	Professional football player
Last updated:	July 29, 2024

introduce

Chris Jones is an American football defensive tackle currently signed with the Kansas City Chiefs.

Jones was drafted by the Houston Texans in the sixth round of the 2013 NFL Draft. He played college football for Bowling Green State University.

As of July 2024, Chris Jones’ net worth is approximately $35 million.

early life

Christopher Jones was born on July 12, 1990 in Ohio.

Jones played for Bowling Green from 2009 to 2012.

In 2009, he totaled 29 tackles. The following season, he had 39 tackles and 6.0 sacks.

In 2012, Jones had 42 tackles and ranked third nationally with 12.5 sacks.

He was the MAC Defensive Player of the Year and was once again named to the All-MAC First Team.

After excelling in high school football at Houston, Jones decided to play college football at Mississippi State University, where he planned to further his education.

Although Chris and rapper Mike Jones share the same last name, they are not related, but attended school in the same Houston area.

As a freshman, Jones made an impact on the 2013 team by appearing in 13 games and recording 44 tackles and three sacks.

He built on an impressive start as a sophomore, recording 26 tackles and three sacks, which solidified his decision to enter the 2016 NFL Draft.

Profession

Towards the pinnacle of success

The Kansas City Chiefs saw the potential in Jones and selected him in the second round of the draft with the 37th overall pick.

In his rookie season, he continued his impressive form, making 28 tackles, recording 2 sacks, and earning a spot on the NFL All-Rookie Team.

He quickly gained a reputation for his pass-rushing skills and set an NFL record with sacks in 11 consecutive games.

His record earned him a Pro Bowl selection from 2019 to 2022, helping the Chiefs win Super Bowl 54 and Super Bowl 57.

The result of all his hard work and passion was that he was named to the All-NBA First Team in 2022 and to the All-NBA Second Team in 2018 and 2020-2021.

He, along with other star players like Jason Kelce and Travis Kelce, achieved All-Star status in the early 2020s.

Jones has 68.5 sacks and 12 forced fumbles so far in his career, solidifying his place in the franchise and contributing to his massive contract.

Negotiating a Recording Contract

Based on Jones’ performance in college and the draft, the Chiefs signed him to a four-year, $6.23 million initial contract after selecting him in 2016.

When his contract was renegotiated in 2020, Jones signed a four-year, $80 million extension with $60 million guaranteed.

Listed among the top 100 players in the NFL

Jones has been named AFC Defensive Player of the Week several times during his eight-year football career.

These performances, along with his dedication and passion on the field, have earned him a spot on the NFL’s top 100 players list for several years in a row.

In addition to his outstanding sack record in consecutive NFL games, he was also a key defensive player in the Chiefs’ Super Bowl victory.

Philanthropy and impact

When not on the field coaching or crushing opponents, Chris is actively involved in various charitable activities, including work with the Special Olympics.

He hosts athletes at training camps and donates his time and money to support fundraisers.

After the Special Olympics were canceled due to the pandemic, Jones spent a lot of time sending messages of support to each athlete.

He also believed strongly in supporting children, often visiting sick children across the Mosaic Health network to bring joy and comfort to their families.

Jones also valued his teammates, buying into the defensive line, with coach Rolex watching after celebrating his milestone of ten sacks in a season.

Although he has become a celebrity, he has not forgotten his roots and returned to his hometown alma mater, Houston High School, to support the children in the school.

Jones has made a significant impact on students’ lives by reading to younger students at the elementary school and donating $200,000 to the school’s development fund.

Local endorsements and sponsorships

In 2023, after a brief wait for a better contract, Chriss signed a one-year extension with the Chiefs.

He also has national endorsement deals with global sports brand Adidas and Dick’s, the largest sporting goods retailer in the United States.

Jones then struck more promotional deals with local businesses in Kansas, such as Joe’s Kansas City BBQ, which he frequented.

He spent a lot of time eating at the popular restaurant and also took time to chat with customers and employees.

Other high-profile businesses that have supported him through sponsorship deals include the local McDonald’s chain and the Mosaic Life Care hospital group.

A majestic player with a sense of humor

Part of Jones’ appeal comes from his physical presence; at 6-foot-6 and 310 pounds, he’s hard to ignore no matter the setting.

Chris never misses a chance to perform with his teammates and loves to do something different, even at the risk of causing a little controversy.

This led to a rather risqué wardrobe malfunction at the NFL Combine, when he wore boxers instead of leggings, causing him to fall.

He later said that he wanted to be different from others and accidentally grabbed his underwear in the dark locker room, which led to this embarrassing moment.

Jones’ career is far from over, and he will surely join other heavyweights as the richest NFL player in the United States.

Chris always makes sure he has the biggest impact on his team’s results, which makes him one of the NFL’s premier defensive tackles.

Career income and salary

Year	team	salary
2016	Kansas City Chiefs	$3,181,801
2017	Kansas City Chiefs	$733,238
2018	Kansas City Chiefs	$1,016,476
2019	Kansas City Chiefs	$1,299,714
2020	Kansas City Chiefs	$16,151,062
2021	Kansas City Chiefs	$21,500,000
2022	Kansas City Chiefs	$23,624,000
2023	Kansas City Chiefs	$22,666,667
Total career income:		$90,172,958

Chris Jones has only played for the Kansas City Chiefs so far, signing four contracts in the past eight years.

In 2016, Chris Jones signed a four-year, $6.2 million rookie contract with the Kansas City Chiefs.

He received a $2.7 million signing bonus, which brought his earnings to $3.2 million in his first NFL season.

In 2020, Jones signed a new four-year, $80 million contract, and his average annual salary increased to $20 million.

The deal does not come with a signing bonus, but guarantees at least $37.6 million.

Jones’ current contract runs from 2024 to 2028, for five years and is worth $158.7 million.

He received a $30 million signing bonus and is guaranteed at least $60 million.

Chris Jones currently makes $90 million in the NFL, but he is expected to make at least another $100 million over the next five years.