What Is Brian Dawkins’ Net Worth?
Brian Dawkins, a former American professional football player, has an estimated net worth of $18 million. This figure reflects his successful career as a safety in the National Football League (NFL) for 16 seasons, primarily with the Philadelphia Eagles.
Brian Dawkins’ Career Earnings and Contracts
Dawkins’ career earnings total approximately $43.2 million. This sum is derived from the various contracts he signed throughout his NFL career with the Philadelphia Eagles and the Denver Broncos. Here’s a breakdown of some key contract details:
- 1999: Dawkins signed a three-year contract with the Philadelphia Eagles for $1.27 million.
- 2003: He secured a six-year contract extension with the Eagles worth $43 million, which included an $8 million signing bonus.
- 2009: Dawkins joined the Denver Broncos with a five-year, $27 million contract. This included a $5.78 million signing bonus and $7.2 million guaranteed. The contract also had a clause allowing Dawkins to opt out after two years, receiving an extra $1.8 million, essentially making it a two-year, $9 million deal. Performance incentives could have added another $10 million.
- 2011: Dawkins signed a one-day contract with the Philadelphia Eagles so he could retire as a member of the team.
Here’s a breakdown of his earnings by year:
- Denver Broncos (2011): $2 Million
- Denver Broncos (2010): $1.8 Million
- Denver Broncos (2009): $7.3 Million
- Philadelphia Eagles (2008): $3 Million
- Philadelphia Eagles (2007): $1.2 Million
- Philadelphia Eagles (2006): $5 Million
- Philadelphia Eagles (2005): $1.3 Million
- Philadelphia Eagles (2004): $1 Million
- Philadelphia Eagles (2003): $9.2 Million
- Philadelphia Eagles (2002): $2 Million
- Philadelphia Eagles (2001): $1.9 Million
- Philadelphia Eagles (2000): $1.8 Million
- Philadelphia Eagles (1999): $2.1 Million
- Philadelphia Eagles (1998): $2.8 Million
The exact figures for 1996 and 1997 are not specified, but they contribute to his total career earnings.
Brian Dawkins’ Endorsements and Other Ventures
Beyond his NFL contracts, Brian Dawkins has supplemented his income through endorsements and other ventures. He has endorsed brands such as the American Automobile Association (AAA), Arena Club, and Boehringer Ingelheim. The specific financial details of these endorsements are not publicly available. After retiring, Dawkins has also been involved in football operations with the Eagles, served as a keynote speaker, and is available for speaking engagements with fees ranging from $50,000-$100,000 for live events and $10,000-$20,000 for virtual events.