Let’s take a look at the current net worth of Jimmy Clausen, one of the most famous running backs of his era. Even after retiring from the NFL, Jimmy continued to increase his net worth by working several jobs and investing. Jimmy Clausen, a former football quarterback, was born on September 21, 1987. From 2010 to 2015, he competed in the NFL, the sport’s highest level. Clausen attended Oaks Christian School in Westlake Village, California and had an outstanding prep career.
With a record of 42-0, he never lost a football game that he started in school. Recruiting evaluators saw him as a “once-in-a-decade” quarterback talent, ranking him the No. 1 prospect in the 2007 high school class. Clausen verbally committed to the University of Notre Dame on April 22, 2006. Then, on January 16, 2007, he enrolled, after graduating from high school a semester early. He was selected by the Carolina Panthers with the 16th overall pick in the second round (48th overall) in the 2010 NFL Draft. He previously played for the Carolina Panthers (2010-2013), Chicago Bears (2014-2015) and Baltimore Ravens (2015) in the NFL.
What is the net worth of Jimmy Clausen?
It is common knowledge that running backs in the NFL are among the richest athletes. Jimmy is no exception as his football career has significantly increased his net worth. Based on his entire career and assets, Jimmy Clausen’s net worth is estimated to be over $2 million. He played in the NFL for six years, from 2010 to 2016, and amassed a fortune during that time. During his playing career, he signed three contracts with the Carolina Panthers and the Chicago Bears.
He originally signed a four-year, $3.23 million contract with the Carolina Panthers in 2010. According to Sportrac, that included a $1,290,000 signing bonus and guaranteed him $2,213,010. Then in 2014, Clausen signed a one-year deal with the Chicago Bears for $645,000, but no specific incentives or guarantee information were released. The following year, he signed another one-year deal with the Bears, this time for $1,125,000, with a $262,500 signing bonus. He earned a total of $3,234,999 over his six-season career.
In terms of incentives, he received a total signing bonus of $1,552,500, a workout bonus of $117,500 and $26,472 in additional compensation. They all add up to a total of $4,931,471 in career earnings. Clausen retired from the NFL after becoming a free agent in 2016.
What is he doing now that he’s retired from the NFL?
Jimmy’s retirement was simply a mistake; he continued to make a lot of money after leaving the NFL. He decided to take the microphone and start a career as a college football commentator. He began his career with CBS Sports before moving to NBC Sports. Around 2016, he became active in the financial markets. That’s why he decided to hang up the phone and join the investment company Pinstar. Jimmy has worked with them for over six years and is now the owner of Clausen Development Company. He also does episodic videos where fans can pay to ask him questions. Jimmy earns about 25% of the total money given by fans.
Meet Jimmy’s wife, Jess Clausen, and the rest of his family
Jimmy is happily married to Jessica Gysin (now Clausen), his longtime lover-turned-wife. The duo is said to have been in a relationship since 2012, while studying. However, it is worth noting that they attended opposite institutions. Jessica was born on December 4, 1985 in Santa Cruz, California. She attended high school St. Francis High School in Mountain View, California, and went on to play college volleyball at USC. In 2015, the couple tied the knot in a ceremony in Palm Desert on Valentine’s Day weekend. They currently have three children: two boys, Cooper and Jett, and one girl, Hailey.
A close-knit family always attends festivals together. On Halloween 2022, the five of them agreed to dress up as Sonic characters. They also go to the beach and skiing together. Jimmy claims that Jesse is his closest friend, soulmate and wife.
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