Overview

Joseph Eugene Porter Sr., known as Joey Porter, is a former American football linebacker and coach. He was born on March 22, 1977, in Kansas City, Missouri. Porter’s NFL career spanned from 1999 to 2012, during which he played for the Pittsburgh Steelers, Miami Dolphins, and Arizona Cardinals. He attended Foothill High School in Bakersfield, California, where he excelled as a wide receiver and running back. He then played college football at Colorado State University, initially as an H-back before transitioning to the defensive line. Porter was drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the third round of the 1999 NFL Draft. During his time with the Steelers, he was a four-time Pro Bowl selection and won Super Bowl XL in 2005. He was also named AFC Defensive Player of the Month in October 2000. In 2007, Porter was released from the Steelers and later signed with the Miami Dolphins. He then joined the Arizona Cardinals in 2010 before retiring from professional football in 2012. After his playing career, Porter transitioned into coaching, serving as an assistant coach with the Steelers from 2014 to 2018. His son, Joey Porter Jr., was drafted by the Steelers in 2023, continuing the family’s legacy in the NFL.

What Is Joey Porter’s Net Worth?

Joey Porter, a former American football player, has a net worth of $14 million. This wealth was accumulated over his NFL career as a linebacker for the Pittsburgh Steelers, Miami Dolphins, and Arizona Cardinals, before retiring in 2011.

Joey Porter’s NFL Career Earnings and Contracts

Joey Porter’s NFL career spanned 13 seasons, during which he accumulated significant earnings. Spotrac.com estimates his career earnings through 2025 to be $45,294,000. However, other sources cite slightly different figures, with one mentioning total earnings of $41.7 million. Regardless, a substantial portion of his net worth comes directly from his NFL contracts and salaries.

Here’s a breakdown of his earnings with different teams:

  • Miami Dolphins (2007-2010): Porter signed a five-year deal with the Dolphins worth approximately $32 million. This included a $12 million signing bonus and $8 million in guaranteed money. His yearly earnings were:
  • 2007-08: $13 Million
  • 2008-09: $5.2 Million
  • 2009-10: $5 Million
  • Arizona Cardinals (2010-2011): He then signed a three-year, $24.5 million contract with the Arizona Cardinals, with $17.5 million guaranteed. However, he only played for one year of the contract. His salary for 2011 was $1,500,000.
  • Pittsburgh Steelers: Porter spent the majority of his career with the Steelers, with the following earnings:
  • 2000-01: $412.3 Thousand
  • 2001-02: $556.9 Thousand
  • 2002-03: $5.5 Million
  • 2003-04: $2 Million
  • 2004-05: $2.8 Million
  • 2005-06: $3.5 Million
  • 2006-07: $3.9 Million

Additional Information

After retiring as a player, Joey Porter transitioned into coaching. In February 2014, he became a Defensive Assistant coach for the Steelers, contributing to his continued income.

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