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What Is Robert Gallery Net Worth?
Robert Gallery, a former American professional football player, has an estimated net worth of $12 million as of 2025. Gallery’s wealth primarily stems from his career in the National Football League (NFL), where he played as an offensive guard for eight seasons. His financial success is a result of lucrative contracts, particularly during his time with the Oakland Raiders and Seattle Seahawks.
Early Life and Career Beginnings
Robert Gallery was born on July 26, 1980, in Manchester, Iowa. He attended East Buchanan High School in Winthrop, Iowa, where he excelled in football, basketball, and track. In football, he showcased his versatility by playing tight end, linebacker, and handling punting and kickoff duties. Gallery’s high school team achieved a 24–8 record over three years, with him earning first-team all-conference honors as a junior and senior. He was also recognized as a Des Moines Register Class 1A first-team all-state selection during his senior year. Beyond athletics, Gallery demonstrated commitment and discipline by achieving the rank of Eagle Scout.
Gallery continued his football career at the University of Iowa, playing for the Hawkeyes from 1999 to 2003. Initially a tight end, he transitioned to the offensive line, a move that would define his professional trajectory. Gallery’s older brother, Nick, was an All-Big Ten punter for the Hawkeyes, and his younger brother, John, also became a punter for the team, underscoring the family’s strong athletic lineage. During his time at Iowa, Gallery earned numerous accolades. In 2001, he contributed to an offense that led the Big Ten in scoring, averaging 32.6 points per game. By his junior year, he was a first-team All-Big Ten honoree, helping the Hawkeyes secure their first Big Ten title in over a decade. As a senior in 2003, Gallery was unanimously recognized as an All-American and received the Outland Trophy, awarded to the nation’s best interior lineman. He was also a three-time Academic All-Big Ten selection, graduating with a bachelor’s degree in education.
Professional Football Career and Earnings
Robert Gallery’s professional career began when the Oakland Raiders selected him as the second overall pick in the 2004 NFL Draft. He signed a seven-year contract worth $39 million with the Raiders. In his rookie season, he started 15 games at right tackle, surrendering only three sacks. In 2005, he started all 16 games at right tackle, allowing 3.5 sacks. In 2006, he played in 13 games and allowed 10.5 sacks, and in 2007, he transitioned to left guard.
In 2011, Gallery signed a three-year deal with the Seattle Seahawks worth $15 million, which included a $1 million signing bonus and $5 million guaranteed. However, he was released after just one season. In 2012, he signed a one-year, $1.8 million contract with the New England Patriots, which included a $400,000 signing bonus and $400,000 guaranteed. He retired from professional football before the 2012 season commenced. Throughout his NFL career, Gallery played in 104 games, starting 103 of them, and recovered four fumbles. His total career earnings are estimated at $46.3 million. Here’s a breakdown of his earnings by team:
- New England Patriots (2012): $500,000
- Seattle Seahawks (2011): $5 million
- Oakland Raiders (2004-2010): Approximately $40.8 million (with varying amounts each year)
Specifically, his earnings with the Oakland Raiders were:
- 2010: $6 million
- 2009: $6 million
- 2008: $5.2 million
- 2007: $4.3 million
- 2006: $1.7 million
- 2005: $8.3 million
- 2004: $9.3 million
Real Estate Investments
In 2020, Robert Gallery listed his five-acre gated compound for nearly $6 million, indicating a significant investment in real estate. More recently, in 2023, Gallery listed his Lake Tahoe cabin for $10.2 million. He had purchased the property in Homewood, California, for $400,000 and transformed it into a 5,670 sq ft estate featuring five bedrooms and five bathrooms. The property also includes a one-bedroom, one-bath guesthouse with its own living area, kitchenette, and garage. The cabin earned a Tahoe Style award in Tahoe Quarterly’s 2023 mountain home issue, highlighting the success of his investment and renovation efforts.
Post-NFL Life and Other Ventures
Since retiring from the NFL, Gallery has maintained a relatively low public profile, focusing on personal pursuits and family. He resides in California and owns Vintage Trucker LLT, a company that supplies classic American-made cars to professional athletes. Gallery also returns to his family’s farm in Masonville, Iowa, each fall to assist his parents with harvesting corn and soybeans. Gallery was inducted into the University of Iowa Athletics Hall of Fame in 2017 and the College Football Hall of Fame in 2023, solidifying his legacy in football.
