Drake London is a professional American football player who plays as a wide receiver for the Atlanta Falcons in the NFL. London was the eighth pick for the Falcons in the first round of the 2022 NFL draft. London had five receptions in his debut against the New Orleans Saints. He finished his rookie season with four touchdowns. In 2023, London started 16 games and finished with 69 receptions and two touchdowns.
During his time at Moorpark High School, he played both football and basketball. London committed to play football and basketball at the University of Southern California. In his freshman year, he recorded five touchdowns and 39 receptions for 567 yards. In 2021, London was named the Pac-12 Offensive Player of the Year. After the 8th game of the season, he suffered a season-ending fracture in his right ankle. After the season ended London declared for the 2022 NFL draft.
Drake London’s Contract Breakdown
Drake London signed a four-year, $21,534,468 contract with the Falcons which included a signing bonus of $12,841,432, and an average annual salary of $5,383,617.
Contract terms | Average Salary | Signing Bonus | GTD at Sign | Total GTD | Free Agent |
4yr(s)/$21,534,468 | $5,383,617 | $12,841,432 | $21,534,469 | $21,534,469 | 2027 / UFA |
Year | Age | Base Salary | Signing Bonus | Cap Hit | Dead Cap |
2022 | 21 | $705,000 | $3,210,358 | $3,915,358 | $21,534,468 |
2023 | 22 | $870,000 | $3,210,358 | $4,894,197 | $17,619,110 |
2024 | 23 | $985,000 | $3,210,358 | $5,873,037 | $12,724,913 |
2025 | 24 | $1,100,000 | $3,210,358 | $6,851,876 | $6,851,876 |
2026 | 25 | - | - | - | - |
How much is Drake London getting paid?
In 2024, London will earn a base salary of $985,000 while having a cap hit of $5,873,037 and a dead cap value of $12,724,913.
How much does Drake London make in a minute?
Drake London is earning about $5.07 every single minute of 2024! So every minute, while you're contemplating your next move, London is cashing in enough to buy a fancy latte, all day, every day.
Drake London’s career earnings
As of London’s 2024 contract, the rookie wide receiver for the Atlanta Falcons will have a total career earnings of $15,386,780 by the end of his rookie contract.
How much of Drake London’s contract is guaranteed?
Drake London’s contract is fully guaranteed, which is $21,534,468. The Falcons also have an option of extending the contract for the fifth year.
What are the terms of Drake London’s contract?
The contract guarantees the full amount over the four years, regardless of the injuries or his performance, with the option to extend the contract for a fifth year and a guaranteed 2023-2025 Roster Bonuses due the 3rd day of training camp.
Drake London’s contract history
Drake London signed a four-year $21,534,468 contract with the Atlanta Falcons in 2022 and as of August 2024, is still under that deal.
FAQ's On Drake London Contract
A. Drake London stands at 6 feet 4 inches tall
A. Drake London wears the number 5 jersey for the Atlanta Falcons.
A. Drake London is known for his physicality and ability to win contested catches.
A. Drake London is a proud alumnus of USC, where he was a two-sport athlete.