Daniel Jones is an American professional football player who is currently the starting quarterback for the New York Giants. He is a highly talented player who has earned a lot of recognition for his performance on the field. Jones was drafted by the Giants in the first game of the 2019 NFL Draft and has since become a fixture in the team’s offense. He is widely considered one of the league’s top quarterbacks and is projected to have a long and successful career in the NFL.
As of 2021, Daniel Jones’ net worth is estimated to be $14 million. His wealth comes mainly from his NFL salary, endorsements, investments, and other business ventures. Jones has signed a four-year rookie contract with the Giants worth $25.2 million, with a $17 million signing bonus. This contract includes a fifth-year option that can be worth up to $34 million.
Biography
Daniel Jones was born on May 27, 1997 in Charlotte, North Carolina. He attended Charlotte Latin School, where he was a three-sport athlete, playing football, baseball and basketball. He was a three-year starter quarterback for the school’s football team, earning all-state honors his senior year.
After high school, Jones attended Duke University, where he played college football for the Blue Devils. He started all four years, and earned numerous accolades, including being named the MVP of the 2018 Quick Lane Bowl. After his senior season, he was selected by the Giants in the first round of the 2019 NFL Draft.
NFL Career
The New York Giants selected Daniel Jones with the 6th overall pick in the 2019 NFL Draft. He was seen as a potential franchise quarterback and was a much-needed addition to the team’s offense. Jones started all 16 games of his rookie season, and despite some early struggles, he eventually found his footing and had a successful first year in the league. He finished the season with 3,027 passing yards, 24 touchdowns, and 12 interceptions.
In 2020, Jones had a breakout season, setting career-highs in passing yards (3,986), touchdowns (26), and completion percentage (63.9%). He also led the team to a 6-10 record and an appearance in the playoffs. Jones was named to his first Pro Bowl and was named an alternate for the 2021 Pro Bowl.
Salary
Daniel Jones is currently in the second year of his four-year rookie contract, which is worth $25.2 million, with a $17 million signing bonus. His base salary for the 2021 season is $1.9 million. He is also eligible to earn up to $1.1 million in incentives, depending on his performance.
Cars
Daniel Jones is reported to own a few high-end cars, including a Cadillac Escalade and a Tesla Model X. He also owns a few other luxury cars, but he doesn’t show them off much.
Net Worth 2023
As of 2021, Daniel Jones’ net worth is estimated to be $14 million. His wealth comes mainly from his NFL salary, endorsements, investments, and other business ventures. Jones is still in the early stages of his career, and his net worth is expected to boost significantly over the next few years. By 2023, his net worth is estimated to be around $25 million.
