John Ross III Net Worth in 2023, Salary, and Career Earnings

John Ross is an American professional football wide receiver for the Kansas City Chiefs in the NFL. He was a 9th overall pick by the Cincinnati Bengals in the 2017 NFL Draft. The 27-year-old’s net worth is $10 million. Here we bring you John Ross’s net worth, salary, earnings, contract, biography, and more.

John Ross’s Biography and Career

John Ellis Ross III was born on November 27, 1995, in Long Beach, California, U.S. He grew up in Long Beach.

Ross graduated from Jordan High School in Long Beach, where he played football and ran track.

College Career

John Ross III committed to the University of Washington to play football. He played as a wide receiver for the Washington Huskies from 2013-2016.

He had an impressive college career. In his true freshman year, he played in all 13 games for the Huskies.

Ross did not play in 2015 due to a torn ACL. In 2016 as a junior, he recorded an amazing 81 receptions for 1,150 yards and 17 touchdowns.

The wide receiver was the First-team All-American and First-team All-Pac-12 in 2016. He let go his senior year to join the NFL.

Professional Career

John Ross III was a 1st-round, 9th overall, pick by the Cincinnati Bengals in the 2017 NFL Draft. He was the third wide receiver to be selected after Corey Davis and Mike Williams.

Despite a first-round pick, Ross’s professional career has been a disappointment. He played four seasons with the Bengals (2017-2020). He started only once in his rookie season.

In 2018, he recorded 21 receptions for 210 yards and 7 touchdowns. In his last season with the Bengals in 2020, he started once.

Ross signed a 1-year contract with the New York Giants in 2021 and played as a backup wide receiver.

In January 2023, he signed a reserve/future contract with the Kansas City Chiefs.

John Ross’s Net Worth, Salary, Career Earnings, and Contract

In 2023, the American football wide receiver John Ross’s net worth is $10 million. His average annual salary is $1.08 million. The 27-year-old’s prime source of earnings is his football salary.

In 2017, Ross signed a four-year rookie contract with the Cincinnati Bengals, worth $17.1 million. The contract came with a $10.6 million signing bonus.

In 2021, he signed a one-year contract with the Giants, worth $2.25 million.

Career Earnings

Ross began his NFL career in 2017. His estimated NFL career earnings are $18,953,895, in his five seasons with the Bengals and Giants.

The following table refers to John Ross’s estimated season-by-season earnings.

Team	Year	Earnings
Cincinnati Bengals	2017	$11,025,369
Cincinnati Bengals	2018	$1,242,994
Cincinnati Bengals	2019	$2,039,509
Cincinnati Bengals	2020	$2,807,790
New York Giants	2021	$1,838,233
Kansas City Chiefs	2023	$1,080,000

Moreover, John Ross earns a good amount from endorsements and sponsorships.

Personal Info

Full Name	John Ellis Ross III
Current Club	Kansas City Chiefs
NFL Draft	2017, Round 1, Pick 9
Position	Wide Receiver
Shirt No.	85
Date of Birth	November 27, 1995
Age	27
Height	180 cm (5 ft 11 in)
Weight	190 lb
Birthplace	Long Beach, California, U.S.
Nationality	American
Net Worth	$10 million
Average Salary	$1.08 million
Relationship Status	Unknown
Children	1
Instagram	@_jross3

Girlfriend

The wide receiver’s relationship status is unknown. He keeps his private life away from the spotlight. However, we do know Ross III has a son.

Age

Born on November 27, 1995, he is 27 years old.

Height

He is 180 cm (5 ft 11 in) tall.

Achievement

• First-team All-American (2016)
• First-team All-Pac-12 (2016)
• He is best known for running the fastest-recorded 40-yard dash in NFL Combine history (4.22).

NFL Stats

[As in 2021]

Receptions	62
Receiving Yards	957
Receiving Touchdowns	11

FAQs

What is John Ross’s Net Worth?

In 2023, his net worth is $10 million.

What is his average annual salary?

$1.08 million.

Which college did he play for?

Washington Huskies.

What is his shirt number?

He wears No. 85 for the Chiefs.

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