Zachary Wilfried Sieler is a professional American football defensive end for the Miami Dolphins as of the 2024 NFL season. The Baltimore Ravens selected him with the 238th pick in the seventh round of the 2018 NFL draft. Sieler played in two games while recording a single tackle during his rookie season. Sieler was waived by the Ravens in December 2019. The Miami Dolphins claimed Sieler off waivers the same month. He signed a one-year contract with the Dolphins in 2020. He concluded the 2020 season with 3.5 sacks and 48 tackles. In 2021, Sieler recorded two sacks, one forced fumble and 62 tackles. Sieler had a total of 70 tackles, two forced fumbles, and 3.5 sacks while having 15 starts in 2022. He extended his contract with the Dolphins for three years in 2023 and finished the season with 63 tackles, 10 sacks, one interception and one forced fumble.
Sieler attended Ferris State University for collegiate football. According to the official website of the college, he was redshirted through the 2013 season. Sieler played in 11 games and recorded 17 tackles during the 2014 season. Sieler helped his team reach the NCAA Division II Playoffs, and with that, he earned GLIAC's Defensive Lineman of the Year honor in 2015. Sieler concluded the season with 80 tackles in 15 games. In 2016, he earned National Defensive Player of the Year honors. For high school, Sieler attended Pinckney High School.
Zach Sieler’s Contract Breakdown
In 2023, Sieler signed a three-year, $30,750,000 contract with the Miami Dolphins, which included a signing bonus of $8,000,000, a guaranteed amount of $17,725,000, and an average annual salary of $10,250,000 according to Spotrac.
Contract terms | Average Salary | Signing Bonus | GTD at Sign | Total GTD | Free Agent |
3 yr(s) / $30,750,000 | $10,250,000 | $8,000,000 | $17,725,000 | $17,725,000 | 2027 / UFA |
Year | Age | Base Salary | Signing Bonus | Cap Hit | Dead Cap |
2023 | 28 | $1,080,000 | $2,250,000 | $3,355,000 | $18,000,000 |
2024 | 29 | $1,125,000 | $2,000,000 | $6,312,000 | $14,733,000 |
2025 | 30 | $7,320,000 | $2,000,000 | $11,257,000 | $10,206,000 |
2026 | 31 | $7,560,000 | $2,000,000 | $11,497,000 | $6,804,000 |
How much is Zach Sieler getting paid?
As of 2024, Sieler will earn a base salary of $1,125,000, a restructure bonus of $7,010,000, and a workout bonus of $25,000. His contract will have a cap hit of $3,355,000 and a dead cap value of $18,000,000, according to Spotrac. His contract allows for an average annual salary of $10,250,000.
How much does Zach Sieler make in a minute?
Sieler makes about $19.48 per minute per his contract with the Dolphins.
Zach Sieler’s career earnings
According to Spotrac, Sieler’s career earnings as of November 2024 sum up to $25,593,881 according to Spotrac.
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How much of Zach Sieler’s contract is guaranteed?
Regardless of success or injury, Sieler's deal with the Dolphins guarantees him $17,725,000 according to Spotrac. This sum covers his guaranteed salary components as well as his signing bonus.
What are the terms of Zach Sieler’s contract?
Sieler’s contract provides a Per Game Active Bonus of $30,000(2024 to 2026) as per Spotrac.
Zach Sieler’s Contract History
As per Spotrac, the following are all the contracts Sieler has signed as of November 2024,
Miami Dolphins (2020-2023)
Sieler signed a two-year, $7,630,000 contract with the Miami Dolphins, which included a signing bonus of $1,000,000.
Baltimore Ravens (2019)
Sieler signed a one-year, $570,000 contract with the Baltimore Ravens, which included an average annual salary of $570,000.
Baltimore Ravens (2018-2021)
Sieler signed a four-year, $2,540,682 contract with the Baltimore Ravens with a guaranteed amount of $80,682.
FAQ's On Zach Sieler
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A. Zach Sieler wears the number 92 for the Miami Dolphins.