Amari Cooper is an American football wide receiver playing for the Buffalo Bills of the National Football League, since 15th October, 2024. He began his NFL career with the Oakland Raiders (now Las Vegas Raiders) after being selected as the 4th overall pick in the first round of the 2015 NFL Draft. Before moving to Buffalo in mid-October, his last two stops came with the Cleveland Browns and Dallas Cowboys. His NFL career consists of five Pro Bowls and a PFWA All-Rookie Team honors. By the end of the 2023 season, Cooper already has around 9,500 receiving yards and 60 touchdowns.
Revisiting the early years of Cooper’s life, he was born in Miami, Florida. His football career began at Miami Northwestern High School. His high school football career was strewn with achievements as he was a first-team FHSAA 8A All-State selection along with number four player on Orlando Sentinel’s Florida Top 100. Additionally, he appeared in basketball and track for his high school team. He was a consensus four-star prospect coming out of high school. Subsequently, he chose to play football for the University of Alabama. His time with the Crimson Tide saw him appear in 40 games, in which he managed to haul in 228 catches for 3,463 yards. After playing there from 2012 to 2014, he entered the 2015 NFL Draft.
Name | Amari Cooper |
Net Worth | Approx. $12 million |
Age | 30 years (Born 17 June 1994) |
Residence | Dallas. Texas |
Marital Status | Unmarried |
Source of Wealth | NFL Player, Endorsement deals, business ventures |
Annual Salary | $20 million |
Endorsements | Nike, Upper Deck, Panini, Gatorade, Carnival Corporation, Verizon Communication and Pepsi. |
Endorsements Earnings | No information available |
Philanthropy | The Literacy Lab |
What is Amari Cooper’s Net worth in 2024?
The estimated net worth of Cooper is around $12 million as of October 2024 according to Celebrity Net Worth. The primary contributors are his NFL contract with various teams, earnings from sponsored deals with reputed brands, and business endeavors.
In the past, he had contracts with his former teams, including the Raiders and the Cowboys. His deal with the Dallas Cowboys is a five-year contract extension valued at $100 million, which he signed back in 2020. The contract includes a signing bonus amount of $10,000,000, a guaranteed amount of $60,000,000, and an average annual salary of $20,000,000.
Amari Cooper Career Earnings
As of 2024, Cooper has amassed career earnings of approximately $136.6 million (via Spotrac).
Amari Cooper Endorsements
Recognizing Cooper’s popularity, numerous brands have approached him for endorsement. He endorses the giant sportswear brand, Nike and also represents Upper Deck. Additionally, he has partnered with Carnival Corporation, Verizon Communication, and Pepsi. However, the terms and his earnings from these sponsored deals have not been publicly disclosed. With his popularity on an increasing trend, there is a high possibility that he will attract more deals with bigger brands in the coming times.
Amari Cooper Investments
Cooper owns a clothing Brand named Route Runners. It features a collection of athletic apparel, streetwear, and items related to route running. Additionally, he also owns a house located in Dallas, Texas among other properties.
Amari Cooper Other Sources of Income
There are no other sources of income known for Cooper apart from his NFL contracts, endorsement deals, and earnings from his business endeavors.
Amari Cooper Charity
Cooper’s name has been associated with a nonprofit organization in Washington called The Literacy Lab. The organization works with a mission to eradicate the literacy gap and provide literacy services to children, unlocking educational opportunities. In the past, for the My Cause My Cleats campaign, he chose childhood literacy as his cause and all the proceeds from the auction went to The Literacy Lab.
In 2023, he also participated in a fundraiser event, allowing fans to play catch with him and receive autographs from the wide receiver. The fundraiser helped various charities, including, CMA Foundation, Ellis Marsalis Center, After the Impact, God’s Love We Deliver, James Beard Foundation, LBX Sports Inc, The Valerie Fund, Chance for Life, Luanne Elsie Foundation, and the Tunnel to Tower Foundation.
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A. Amari Cooper was born in Miami, Florida.
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A. Amari Cooper attended Miami Northwestern Senior High School in Miami.
A. Amari Cooper is 30 years old as of October 2024.