Jalen Ramsey Contract

Last Modified Nov 6, 2024 13:15 GMT
Jalen Ramsey Contract
Jalen Ramsey

Jalen Ramsey is an American football cornerback for the Miami Dolphins as of the 2024 NFL season. The Jacksonville Jaguars selected him with the fifth overall pick in the first round of the 2016 NFL Draft. He started his journey in the pros with the Jacksonville Jaguars and went to two pro bowls in 3 years with them. In 2019, he got traded to the Los Angeles Rams team, where he stayed until 2022 and helped them win Super Bowl LVI. He was a major part of that 2021 Rams defense which went on to win the 2nd Super Bowl in franchise history. His latest stop came at Miami when the Dolphins traded for him in the 2023 offseason. As of Week 9, 2024, he has 470 total tackles, 2.0 sacks, 6 forced fumbles, 101 pass deflections, 23 interceptions, and 1 defensive touchdown.

The 6 ft 1 defensive back attended Ensworth High School in Nashville before transferring to Brentwood Academy in Brentwood. He then committed to playing college football at Florida State University, where he played for 3 years, starting from 2013 to 2015. He went on to play in 41 games for the Seminoles during his 3-year tenure with the team. According to Sports Reference, he finished his collegiate career by accumulating 180 total tackles, 16 tackles for loss, 5 sacks, 23 pass deflections, 3 interceptions and 3 forced fumbles.

Jalen Ramsey Contract Breakdown

Jalen Ramsey signed his contract of 3 years $72.3 million with the Miami Dolphins on September 06, 2024, as per Spotrac. The contract runs through the 2028 season with a potential out option after the 2025 season.

ContractSigning BonusAverage SalaryGTD at SignTotal GTD
3 yr(s) / $72,300,000N/A$24,100,000$24,235,000$24,235,000

The details of the contract are provided below:

YearBase SalaryRestructure BonusOption BonusRoster BonusCap HitDead CapYearly Cash
2024$1,210,000$24,890,000 $7,962,560$57,403,000$26,107,560
2025$1,255,000 $18,980,000$4,000,000$16,661,000$49,448,000$25,100,000
2026$10,000,000 $8,135,000$2,000,000$25,033,000$18,468,000$21,000,000
2027$10,000,000 $8,835,000$2,000,000$26,800,000$11,723,000$21,700,000
2028$21,135,000 $2,000,000$36,168,000$4,978,000$24,000,000
2029 (VOID) $12,351,000

Jalen Ramsey Salary

In 2024, Ramsey is set to earn a base salary of $1.2 million as per Spotrac. The contract amounts for 2024 to carry a cap hit of $7.9 million and a dead cap value of $57.4 million. As per the terms of Jalen Ramsey’s contract with the Miami Dolphins, he has an average annual salary of $24.1 million.

How much does Jalen Ramsey make per minute?

Jalen Ramsey is set to make around $46 per minute in his four-year contract with the Miami Dolphins.

Jalen Ramsey’s Career Earnings

As of November 2024, Ramsey has earned approximately $118,248,638 in his NFL career.

How much of Jalen Ramsey’s Contract is guaranteed?

Jalen Ramsey’s deal guarantees him $24.2 million out of the whole $72.3 million mentioned in his contract with the Dolphins.

What are the terms of Jalen Ramsey's Contract?

Ramsey’s contract includes $24.235 million guaranteed at signing for 2025, with roster and option bonuses in 2025, 2026, and 2027. These include a $4 million roster bonus in March 2025, an $18.98 million bonus in 2025, an $8.135 million option bonus in 2026, and a $2 million roster bonus from 2026-2028. He also has a per-game active bonus of $45,000, totaling $765,000, and his contract automatically voids for the 2029-2031 seasons.

Jalen Ramsey Contract History

Jalen Ramsey has signed multiple contracts before signing his 3-year contract extension in 2024.

YearContractSigning BonusAverage SalaryGTD at SignTotal GTD
2016 - 20204 yr(s) / $23,351,000$15,182,546$5,837,750$22,901,000$22,901,000
2020 - 20265 yr(s) / $100,000,000$25,000,000$20,000,000$43,700,000$71,200,000
2023 - 20253 yr(s) / $55,000,000$8,835,000$18,333,333$35,500,000$35,500,000

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FAQs on Jalen Ramsey Contract

A. Jalen Ramsey attended University of Florida.

A. Jalen Ramsey's 2024 deal makes him the highest paid cornerback in the league. 

A. Jalen Ramsey plays as a cornerback for the Miami Dolphins as of 2024.

A. Jalen Ramsey wears jersey number 5 for the Miami Dolphins as of 2024.

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