Will Anderson Jr. Contract

Last Modified Nov 11, 2024 15:08 GMT
Will Anderson Jr. Contract
Will Anderson Jr.

Will Anderson Jr. is an American football defensive end for the Houston Texans as of the 2024 NFL season. The Texans selected him with the 3rd overall pick in the first round of the 2023 NFL draft. The 6 ft 4 in edge rusher went to Dutchtown High School in Hampton, Georgia before enrolling at the University of Alabama in 2020. Anderson’s college tenure is filled with individual and team achievements.

In his 3-year timespan with Crimson Tide, Will Anderson not only won the SEC Defensive Player of the Year award twice but also helped Alabama win the National Championship in his true freshman year. His absolute domination at the line of scrimmage saw his absurd college stat line read - 205 total tackles, 63 tackles for loss and 34.5 sacks (according to Sports Reference). Anderson’s production and individual laurels did not dry up entering the league in 2023. Hampton native’s 45 total tackles, 10 tackles for loss and 7 sacks with Houston bagged him the Defensive Rookie of the Year award. He also went on to record a sack in his first-ever postseason appearance.

Will Anderson Jr.'s Contract Breakdown

According to Spotrac, Will Anderson Jr. signed his rookie contract of 4 years $35.2 million with the Houston Texans in June 2023. The contract runs through the 2026 season.

The details of the contract are provided below:

ContractSigning BonusAverage SalaryGTD at SignTotal GTD
4 yr(s) / $35,212,827$22,609,328$8,803,207$35,212,827$35,212,827

YearBase SalarySigning BonusRoster BonusCap HitDead CapYearly Cash
2023$750,000$22,609,328 $6,402,332$35,212,826$23,359,328
2024$915,000 $1,435,853$8,003,185$28,810,494$2,350,853
2025$1,030,000 $2,921,166$9,603,498$20,807,579$3,951,166
2026$1,145,000 $4,406,749$11,204,081$11,204,081$5,551,749

Will Anderson Jr. Salary

As per the terms of Will Anderson Jr.’s contract with the Houston Texans, he has an average annual salary of $8.8 million. In 2024, Anderson is set to earn a base salary of $915k and a roster bonus of $1,435,853. The contract amounts for 2024 to carry a cap hit of approximately $8 million and a dead cap value of around $28.8 million.

How much does Will Anderson Jr. make per minute?

Will Anderson makes $16.7 per minute in his four-year rookie contract with the Houston Texans

Will Anderson Jr. Career Earnings

As of November 2024, Anderson Jr. has earned approximately $25,710,181 in his career earnings.

How much of Will Anderson Jr.’s Contract is guaranteed?

Will Anderson Jr.’s rookie deal is fully guaranteed. He will be getting paid the full amount of $35.2 million mentioned in the contract.

What are the terms of Will Anderson Jr.'s Contract?

The contract includes full guarantees with a 5th-year option available. Roster bonuses are fully guaranteed and will be paid out during training camp. The signing bonus is structured with 85% paid in 2023 and the remaining 15% in 2024.

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FAQs On Will Anderson Jr. Contract

A. Will Anderson was born in Hampton, Georgia, United States.

A. Will Anderson is 6 ft 4 in tall and weighs around 243 lb. According to Forbes, Anderson added 15 pounds of muscle in the 2024 offseason.


A. No, Will Anderson Jr.’s dad never played in the NFL.


A. Will Anderson Jr. is 23 years old as of November 2024.

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