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Chandler Jones is 31 years old and here is everything you need to know about his net worth, contract, career, personal life, and more.

Chandler James Jones is an American football player for the Arizona Cardinals. He plays outside linebacker and was picked 21st overall in the 2012 NFL Draft.

Chandler Jones Facts

Birth PlaceRochester, New York
Father’s NameArthur Jones
Mother’s NameCamille Jones
Star SignAquarius
CollegeSyracuse
Net Worth (2022)$7 million
Salary (2022)$16.5 million
Age31
Date of BirthFebruary 27, 1990
Height (ft)6 ft 5 in (1.96 m)
Weight (kg)265 lb (120 kg)
NationalityAmerican
NFL Draft Year2012
NFL Draft PickRound 1 / 21st Overall
Playing Career2012 – Present
PositionOutside linebacker
TeamsNew England Patriots, Arizona Cardinals (NFL)
Wife/GirlfriendNA
Children2
EndorsementsNike, Twitch
Social MediaTwitter

Chandler Jones Contract Details

Contract:5 yr(s) / $82,500,000
Signing Bonus$15,000,000
Average Salary$16,500,000
Guaranteed at Signing $31,000,000
Total Guarantees$51,000,000
Free Agent:2022 / UFA

Chandler Jones is currently on a five-year contract with the Arizona Cardinals. He stands to make $82 million by the end of 2022 if he meets all the requirements originally negotiated.

The outside linebacker received a $15 million signing bonus in 2017 and averages $16.5 million in base salary each year. $51 million of his total contract has been guaranteed by the Cardinals.

This easily makes him one of the wealthiest athletes on the planet, eligible to receive another bumper deal next. Can Jones leverage his market value to make even more? We will have to wait and see. He was originally on a four-year rookie deal with the Patriot which understandably made him a fraction of what he earns now.

Chandler Jones Net Worth

Chandler Jones’s net worth in 2022 is estimated to be around $7 million, according to various sources. Athletes, even the wealthy ones, become a source of income not just for himself but for all the people around him as well. Taking care of your close ones cost a pretty penny and Jones knows it. He has made over $100 million from his contracts in the National Football League.

Chandler Jones
Arizona Cardinals linebacker Chandler Jones (55) prays before playing against the Minnesota Vikings in Glendale, Ariz. Sept. 19, 2021. Cardinals Vs Vikings

With many more years left in the tank, Jones could easily increase his net worth in the coming years. He will have a sit down with the Cardinals this year to discuss a contract extension. He could potentially land another lucrative deal to bump up his total value. With other business ties to Nike and Twitch, we can assume that Jones will not be running out of money anytime soon.

Chandler Jones Football Career

Chandler Jones’ greatest source of wealth has been the NFL but he has not reached here without making sacrifices. The Cardinals linebacker attended Union-Endicott High School where he was the eight-best prospect in New York state. He played three seasons for Syracuse College between 2008 and 2011.

He did not play at all in his freshman season but featured in 12 games right after. Jones recorded 57 total tackles, four sacks, four passes defended, and three forced fumbles as a junior.

He missed 6 games in his senior year but was still an All-Big East selection after recording 39 tackles and 4.5 sacks. The New England Patriots jumped at the opportunity to select him 21st overall in the 2012 NFL Draft. Jones became the highest-selected player from Syracuse since defensive end Dwight Freeney in 2002.

Jones was hospitalized due to an allergic reaction to synthetic marijuana in 2015. He did play in the Divisional Playoff game against the Kansas City Chiefs and the AFC Championship game against the Denver Broncos right after.

His career highlights include –

  • Super Bowl champion (XLIX)
  • 2× First-team All-Pro (2017, 2019)
  • 4× Pro Bowl (2015, 2017, 2019, 2021)
  • NFL forced fumbles co-leader (2019)
  • Deacon Jones Award (2017)
  • Butkus Award (2019)
  • NFL 2010s All-Decade Team
  • New England Patriots 2010s All-Decade Team
  • PFWA All-Rookie Team (2012)
  • 2× All-Big East (2010, 2011)

Chandler Jones Personal Life

Jon Jones and Chandler Jones
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – JULY 10: Jon Jones and Chandler Jones attend The 2019 ESPYs at Microsoft Theater on July 10, 2019 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images)

Chandler Jones is the youngest of three sons. The eldest, Arthur is a former defensive end in the NFL. The other brother, Jon is a former light heavyweight champion of the world in UFC and is still an active mixed martial arts athlete. He is currently plying his trade in the heavyweight division of the UFC.

FAQs About Chandler Jones

How old is Chandler Jones?

Chandler Jones is 31 years old in 2022. (February 27, 1990)

What college did Chandler Jones go to?

Syracuse University.

What number is Chandler Jones?

Chandler Jones wears the number 55 for the Arizona Cardinals.

When was Chandler Jones born?

Chandler Jones was born on the 27th of February, 1990.

Where was Chandler Jones born?

Chandler Jones was born in Rochester, New York.

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