What is Jamaal Charles' Net Worth?
Jamaal Charles is a renowned American professional football player, boasting a net worth of $13 million. Born in Port Arthur, Texas, in December 1986, Charles made a name for himself as a running back, beginning his career at Port Arthur Memorial High School.
College Career Highlights
Charles attended the University of Texas, where he stood out in collegiate football. He was part of the team that won the BCS National Championship and was honored as a Freshman All-American and the Big 12 Offensive Freshman of the Year in 2005. His collegiate accolades continued with a First-team All-Big 12 selection in 2007 and a Second-team All-Big 12 in 2005. In 2007, Charles was recognized as the Texas Longhorns Most Valuable Player and received the Clyde Littlefield Outstanding Offensive Back Award three times.
Professional Career Achievements
Jamaal Charles was drafted #73 by the Kansas City Chiefs in the 2008 NFL Draft and played his entire NFL career with the team. His legacy includes becoming the Chiefs' career leader in rushing yards and earning the Derrick Thomas Award four times. Charles' skills earned him Pro Bowl selections in 2010, 2012, 2013, and 2014. Additionally, he was twice named a First-team All-Pro and once a Second-team All-Pro. Notably, in 2013, he led the AFC in rushing and holds the NFL career record for average yards per carry at 5.5.
Contracts and Earnings
In 2010, Charles signed a five-year contract with the Chiefs worth $32.5 million. This was followed by a two-year extension in 2014 valued at $18.1 million. His consistent performance and remarkable achievements have solidified his status as one of the top running backs in NFL history.
