What is Antonio Brown's Net Worth and Salary?
Antonio Brown, an American professional football player, has a net worth of -$3 million. In May 2024, Antonio filed for bankruptcy in Florida, claiming $50,000 in assets and $3 million in debt. His primary home in Fort Lauderdale, purchased in 2016 for $6.6 million, is now worth $9 million and is protected under Florida's homestead law.
Throughout his career, Antonio earned approximately $80 million from NFL contracts, though he faced substantial fines and missed earnings due to controversies. In the 2019-2020 season, he was guaranteed $30 million but earned only $138,000. Between 2010 and 2018, he earned $69 million with the Steelers.
2024 Bankruptcy Filing
On May 23, 2024, Antonio Brown filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, listing $3 million in debt to eight creditors. A significant portion of this debt includes a $1.2 million judgment to a truck driver who was allegedly assaulted by Brown. Antonio's assets were reported to be less than $50,000, though his $9 million Fort Lauderdale mansion remains protected under Florida's homestead law.
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Career Earnings
Antonio Brown's total NFL career earnings are approximately $80.5 million. His first Steelers contract was worth $1.288 million over three years. In 2012, he signed a five-year, $42 million extension, bringing his total earnings to $9 million that year. By 2017 and 2019, Brown was the highest-paid receiver in the NFL.
Antonio earned $5.4 million over two seasons with the New England Patriots, $860,000 for one season with the Raiders, and $4.5 million for two seasons with the Buccaneers. Without controversies, his earnings could have exceeded $100 million.
Child Support Issues
In April 2023, a Florida judge ordered Brown's arrest for failing to make a $30,000 child support payment to ex-girlfriend Wiltrice Jackson, which he later paid. In August 2023, another arrest order was issued for a missed $15,000 payment.
$1 Million Jewelry Debt
In February 2024, Antonio lost a lawsuit to celebrity jeweler Shuki, resulting in a $1.095 million debt for unreturned and unpaid jewelry.
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Florida Mansion & Other Real Estate
In 2014, Antonio purchased a home in Gibsonia, PA, for $1.91 million and sold it for $1.4 million in 2021. In 2019, he bought a $3 million home in Alamo, CA, which sold for $3 million in 2020. Antonio's primary residence is a $6.6 million mansion in Fort Lauderdale, now valued at $9-10 million.
Early Life
Born in Miami in July 1988, Antonio Brown played high school football at Miami Norland High School. He attended Central Michigan University, where he earned First-team All-American honors twice and was named MAC Special Teams Player of the Year twice.
NFL Career
Drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2010, Antonio Brown emerged as a top wide receiver, earning seven Pro Bowl selections and leading the NFL in receiving yards in 2014 and 2017. His tenure with the Steelers ended in controversy, leading to a trade to the Oakland Raiders in 2019, though he never played for them. He signed with the New England Patriots later that year but was released amid personal misconduct allegations. In 2020, he joined the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, contributing to their Super Bowl LV victory. In week 17 of the following season, Brown left the field mid-game and was subsequently released.
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Contracts and Controversy
Antonio Brown's career has been marked by significant contracts and controversies. After a $1.288 million contract with the Steelers in 2010, he signed a $42 million extension in 2012 and a $68 million extension in 2017. His trade to the Raiders in 2019 was followed by a restructured $50 million contract, but his relationship with the team soured quickly.
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Following altercations with Raiders management, Brown was released and signed a one-year deal with the Patriots, who also released him due to ongoing allegations. He signed a one-year deal with the Buccaneers in 2020, earning $1 million base salary and $1.5 million in bonuses. In 2021, his contract included a $2 million signing bonus and $916,000 base salary, with up to $6.5 million in total value.
Despite his talent, Antonio's career was plagued by controversies, including accusations of sexual assault, domestic violence, and more. In October 2022, he reportedly exposed himself at a Dubai hotel, and in December, an arrest warrant was issued for domestic violence. His Snapchat account was suspended in January 2023 after posting explicit content.
Personal Life
Antonio Brown has six children: four sons and two daughters, with three different women. In February 2022, he became the president of Kanye West's sports fashion line at Donda Sports. He joined the ownership group of the Albany Empire indoor football team in March 2023.
