How Much Money Has Terrell Owens Made During His Career?
Terrell Owens has been one of the most recognizable names in the NFL since he was drafted in 1996. Throughout his career, he has set multiple records and his on-field performance has earned him a hefty pay check. But just how much money has Terrell Owens made during his career?
NFL Salaries
Owens entered the NFL as the 89th overall pick of the 1996 NFL Draft by the San Francisco 49ers. In his first year he earned a base salary of $106,000. His base salary peaked at $10,100,100 in the 2006 season when he was with the Dallas Cowboys.
Signing Bonuses
Signing bonuses represent a large portion of money for many players. Through his career, Terrell Owens made an impressive $33,872,000 in signing bonuses alone. His highest amount was with the Philadelphia Eagles when he made $12,000,000 for a 7-year contract in 2004.
Endorsements
In addition to his NFL salaries and signing bonuses, Terrell Owens earned a substantial amount of money through endorsements. In his prime, he signed with companies such as Nike, Electronic Arts, Pepsi and Gatorade. It has been estimated that he earned over $20 million through his endorsements.
Total Earnings
In total, Terrell Owens has earned an estimated $102 million during his career. He has made millions of dollars of NFL salaries, signing bonuses, and endorsements. As a result of his hard work and dedication, Terrell Owens has become one of the highest paid players in NFL history.
