Austin Ekeler is an American football player who currently plays at the running back position for the Washington Commanders in the National Football League.
Ekeler was born in Lincoln, Nebraska on 17 May 1995. He played high school football for The Fighting Reds at Eaton High School in Eaton, Colorado. He concluded his high school career with 5,232 rushing yards and 71 touchdowns along with 581 receiving yards and 10 touchdowns. Despite performing well throughout his high school years, he was a zero-star recruit.
Eventually, Ekeler enrolled at Western Colorado University and committed to playing college football there. As a freshman, he was titled RMAC Offensive Freshman of the Year (2013). He played college football at Western State from 2013-2016, amassing 5,857 rushing yards and 55 touchdowns along with 1,315 receiving yards and 8 touchdowns.
In 2017, he embarked on his professional football journey by signing a three-year contract with the Los Angeles Chargers as an undrafted free agent. The contract was valued at $1.66 million and included a signing bonus of $5,000, a guaranteed amount of $5,000, and an average annual salary of $556,667. Ekeler had exclusively played for the Chargers until 2024 and holds the record for the most catches by a running back in the team’s history. The team and the fans have always appreciated his dedication and skills.
In March 2024, the Nebraska native signed a two-year deal with the Washington Commanders and will play his first season in the NFL with a new team after having stayed with the Chargers for seven years.
| Name | Austin Ekeler |
| Net Worth | Approx. $25 million |
| Age | 28 years (Born 17 May 1995) |
| Residence | California |
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
| Partner | Dating Melanie Wilking |
| Source of Wealth | NFL Player, endorsement deals |
| Salary | $6,125,000 |
| Endorsements | Act of Being, Adidas, Pizza Hut, Shock Doctor, Sleep Number, Chipotle, Bud Light, Verizon, State Farm, Steel Series, American Airlines |
| Endorsements Earnings | No information available |
| Philanthropy | Austin Ekeler Foundation |
What is Austin Ekeler’s Net Worth in 2024?
Austin Ekeler’s estimated net worth is approximately $25 million as per Marca. His net worth consists of the earnings from NFL contracts, endorsement deals with numerous reputed brands, and his personal investments. Despite having a handful of endorsement deals, there are no details available regarding his earnings through these deals. On the other hand, he signed a four-year contract extension with the Chargers worth $24,500,000, including a signing bonus amount of $6,000,000, a guaranteed amount of $15,000,000 and an average annual salary of $6,125,000.
With his new contract in 2024, Ekeler's net worth should see a rise over the next two years, however, it will be comparatively a smaller rise.
Austin Ekeler’s Career Earnings
Throughout his seven-season NFL career, Ekeler has earned approximately $27 million.
| YEAR | SALARY | SIGNING BONUS | ROSTER BONUS | INCENTIVE | EARNINGS |
| 2017 | $465,000 | $5,000 | - | - | $470,000 |
| 2018 | $555,000 | - | - | - | $555,000 |
| 2019 | $645,000 | - | - | - | $645,000 |
| 2020 | $1,500,000 | $6,000,000 | $2,000,000 | $46,224 | $9,546,224 |
| 2021 | $4,250,000 | - | - | - | $4,250,000 |
| 2022 | $5,500,000 | - | - | - | $5,500,000 |
| 2023 | $6,250,000 | - | - | - | $6,250,000 |
| 7 seasons | $19,165,000 | $6,005,000 | $2,000,000 | $46,224 | $27,216,224 |
Austin Ekeler’s Endorsements
Ekeler has established a strong foothold in the league. Recognizing his popularity and marketability, many brands have chosen him to endorse their image and products. He is an endorser of well-known brands, including ACT OF BEING, Chipotle, Pizza Hut, Shock Doctor, Adidas, State Farm, Sleep Number, Bud Light, Verizon, Steel Series, and American Airlines.
Austin Ekeler’s Investments
Ekeler has started his own YouTube Show, named Eksperience. He has also founded the Austin Ekeler Foundation which is dedicated to helping people to fulfill their dreams. Additionally, in 2021, he started the Gridiron Gaming Group, a gaming enterprise platform provider for sports personalities to expand their online communities while conducting live-streaming game sessions with other athletes.
Austin Ekeler’s Other Sources of Income
Apart from his earnings through NFL Contracts, numerous endorsement deals with reputed brands, and his personal investments, Ekeler has taken on an executive role with both FCF Wild Aces and FCF Shoulda Been Stars.
Austin Ekeler’s Charity
In 2021, Ekeler established the Austin Ekeler Foundation, with the aim of helping people fulfill their dreams and passion by creating opportunities for those with limited financial resources, educational opportunities, exposure, or networking capabilities.
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FAQs
A. Suzanne Ekeler is a single mother to Austin Ekeler. While there is no information available about his biological father, he was raised by his stepfather.
A. Austin Ekeler is 5 feet 10 inches or 1.78 meters and he weighs around 200 lb or 91 kg.
A. Austin Ekeler attended Eaton High School in Eaton, Colorado.
A. Austin Ekeler has an average annual salary of $4,215,000.
