What is Chandler Jones' net worth?
Chandler Jones is an American professional football player who has a net worth of $40 million. A first-round pick in the 2012 NFL Draft, Chandler Jones won a Super Bowl with the New England Patriots, led the league in sacks, and earned multiple Pro Bowl and All-Pro honors during a standout career with the Patriots, Arizona Cardinals, and Las Vegas Raiders. Known for his explosiveness off the edge, ability to force turnovers, and longevity at one of football's most physically demanding positions, Jones built a reputation as a relentless and highly productive defender.
Early Life and College Career
Chandler James Jones was born on February 27, 1990, in Rochester, New York. He grew up in a family of elite athletes. His older brother, Arthur Jones, played as a defensive lineman in the NFL, and his younger brother, Jon "Bones" Jones, became one of the most dominant champions in UFC history.
Chandler attended Union-Endicott High School before earning a scholarship to Syracuse University. After redshirting in 2008, he became a key contributor on the defensive line. He earned second-team All-Big East honors in 2010 and first-team All-Big East in 2011 despite missing five games due to injury. In his junior season, he tallied 39 tackles, 4.5 sacks, and two forced fumbles in just seven games, showcasing the blend of strength, speed, and technique that would define his professional career.
NFL Career
New England Patriots
Jones was selected 21st overall by the New England Patriots in the first round of the 2012 NFL Draft. He quickly emerged as a force on the edge, starting 13 games as a rookie and recording six sacks. In 2013, he led the team with 11.5 sacks and helped the Patriots reach the AFC Championship Game.
His tenure in New England peaked during the 2014 season, when he played a key role on the Patriots' defense en route to their victory in Super Bowl XLIX over the Seattle Seahawks. In 2015, he had his best statistical season with the team, posting 12.5 sacks and earning his first Pro Bowl selection.

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Arizona Cardinals
In 2016, Jones was traded to the Arizona Cardinals in exchange for guard Jonathan Cooper and a second-round pick. He signed a one-year deal with Arizona and had an immediate impact, finishing the season with 11 sacks.
The Cardinals rewarded him in 2017 with a five-year, $82.5 million extension. That season, Jones led the NFL with 17 sacks and broke the franchise's single-season sack record. He earned First-Team All-Pro honors and was selected to the Pro Bowl again in 2019 after posting 19 sacks and eight forced fumbles, both near the top of the league.
Jones missed most of the 2020 season due to a biceps injury but returned strong in 2021, opening the season with a five-sack performance against the Tennessee Titans. He finished the year with 10.5 sacks and another Pro Bowl nod.
Las Vegas Raiders
In March 2022, Jones signed a three-year, $51 million contract with the Las Vegas Raiders. His tenure included a memorable game-sealing touchdown on a fumble return in Week 15 of the 2022 season against his former team, the Patriots. Unfortunately, injuries and off-field issues marked his time in Las Vegas. He was placed on the non-football illness list in 2023 and was released by the Raiders later that year.
Contracts & Career Earnings
Over the course of his NFL career, Chandler Jones earned approximately $131.5 million in salary alone. His major contracts included:
- 2012 rookie deal with the Patriots: 4 years, $8.17 million
- 2017 extension with the Cardinals: 5 years, $82.5 million
- 2022 deal with the Raiders: 3 years, $51 million
Jones's peak earnings came in 2017 when he made over $22 million, including bonuses. That made him the 10th highest-paid player in the league that season.
Real Estate
In 2019, Chandler paid $2.9 million for a home in Paradise Valley, Arizona. He also owns a home in Las Vegas, Nevada, which he purchased in 2024 for $1.28 million.