Chad Johnson Net Worth: How much did the WR earn during his NFL career?

Chad Johnson will be the center of attention in a significant sporting event after a very long time. He is a member of Fox's Qatar 2022 World Cup studio squad.

It is a good time to know some interesting fact about him, especially, about his financial status. Here is a glimpse at Chad's net worth, which includes his playing career earnings and the brand endorsements he profited from.

Former professional American football wide receiver Chad Ochocinco Johnson is now a reality TV celebrity with a $15 million net worth. He competed for 11 years with the Miami Dolphins, the New England Patriots, and the Cincinnati Bengals.

Chad Johnson was acquired by the New England Patriots in a deal in 2011 from the Cincinnati Bengals, who gave him a three-year, $6.35 million deal. He participated in his first Super Bowl with the Patriots, where he caught the event's longest throw of 21 yards. The New York Giants defeated the Patriots in Super Bowl XLVI.

The Patriots shortly dismissed Johnson in June 2012, and after that, he signed a deal with the Miami Dolphins. He was nevertheless dismissed from the Dolphins the day after his arrest for domestic abuse in August 2012.

Chad made more than $49 million over his league tenure as a wide receiver and had several illustrious endorsement deals. When his professional football career was over, he participated in several TV and reality shows, tried his hand at soccer, and engaged in an exhibition boxing match.

His participation in reality TV programs like Dancing with the Stars, endorsement deals, and other activities have contributed to his growing net worth.

In 2017, he made his final professional sports appearance for the Monterrey Fundidores in the Liga de Ftbol Americano Profesional. He contributed to the team's victory over the Saltillo Dinos.

Chad Johnson's NFL career

Chad Johnson finished his secondary education at Miami Beach Senior High School and went to Santa Monica College in Santa Monica for his college studies.

Chad starred for the Cincinnati Bengals in the NFL for 10 years after being selected in the second round of the 2001 NFL Draft.

After being traded to them, he competed for the New England Patriots in Super Bowl XLVI in 2011.

Chad Johnson, who holds numerous NFL records, was named the 'Most Influential Athlete on Social Media' at his peak.

He was chosen as the best wide receiver in the Bengals 40th Anniversary squad and was a six-time NFL Pro Bowl participant. Chad was also named to four All-Pro teams.

Chad Johnson's private life is incredibly contentious. In 2008, he officially changed his name to Chad Javon Ochocinco in recognition of his Hispanic ancestry and jersey number.

For an act he committed with his new name before having it officially changed, the NFL even penalized him $5,000. In 2012, he had to legally change his name back to Johnson.