Chase Young is a defensive end for the New Orleans Saints of the NFL as of 2024. He was selected 2nd overall by the Washington Commanders in the 2020 NFL draft. He had a phenomenal rookie season with the Washington Commanders where he received honors of Defensive Rookie of the Year, and All-Rookie Team of the Year, along with a Pro Bowl selection. Over the next 2 years, Young became injury-prone and couldn’t find any semblance of continuity as he only played 12 total games in the 2020 and 2021 seasons combined. He was eventually traded to the 49ers at the trade deadline, where he tried to revive his career. He totaled 7.5 sacks in 2023 while playing for both Commanders and 49ers.
At the collegiate level, Young found his way into record books. In his junior season, he would break the Ohio State School record for single-game sacks, and tackles for loss, as well as the single-season record for sacks with 16.5. His brilliance led to a unanimous selection to the College Football All-American Team as well as a plethora of awards. These include the Bronko Nagurski Trophy, Chuck Bednarik Award, Ted Hendricks Award, and the Chicago Tribune Silver Football. Further, he was a finalist for the Walter Camp Maxwell and Heisman Trophy and became one of only 9 defensive players to ever be in consideration for the trophy.
Chase Young Contract Breakdown
Chase Young signed a one-year with the New Orleans Saints worth $13,000,000 in March 2024, as per Spotrac. This deal which Young signed on March 18, 2024, comes with a signing bonus of $1,860,000 and the whole contract is fully guaranteed, which he received at the time of signing.
Young will earn a base salary of $1,125,000 in the 2024-25 season along with $2.28 million signing proration on this one-year deal with the Saints while carrying a cap hit of $3,406,000 and a dead cap value of $12,530,000.
| Contract | Signing Bonus | Average Salary | GTD at Sign | Total GTD |
| 1 yr(s) / $13,000,000 | $1,860,000 | $13,000,000 | $13,000,000 | $13,000,000 |
| Year | Base Salary | Signing Proration | Cap Hit | Dead Cap | Yearly Cash |
| 2024 | $1,125,000 | $2,281,000 | $3,406,000 | $12,530,000 | $13,000,000 |
How much is Chase Young getting paid?
The New Orleans Saints have agreed to $13 million for a one-year deal for the 2024 NFL season and Young will be paid an average annual salary of $13,000,000 as per Spotrac. His base salary for 2024 is set at $1,125,000.
How much money does Chase Young make in a minute?
Chase Young will be earning approximately $25 per minute each day based on his 2024 contract with the New Orleans Saints.
How much of Chase Young’s Contract is guaranteed?
With regard to this deal, the talented defender finds himself in a rare situation where the entire $13 million of his one-year deal is guaranteed, as per Spotrac.
What are the terms of Chase Young’s Contract?
Chase Young's contract with the Saints is relatively straightforward with fewer terms associated with it. The one-year agreement is worth $13 million with a signing bonus of $1,860,000 and a base salary of $1,125,000. The other terms of the contract are as follows:
- $13M guaranteed (signing bonus + 2024 salary + 2024 per game active bonus, workout bonus)
- Per Game Active Bonus: $470,000
- Workout Bonus: $450,000
Chase Young Career Earnings
As of September 2024, Young has earned a total of $47,563,594 from his NFL contracts, as per Spotrac.
Chase Young Contract History
The deal that Young has signed with the Saints is only his second contract in the NFL. He had previously signed his rookie deal in 2020 with the Washington Commanders. It was a four-year deal worth a whopping $34,563,594 with an option for year five which the team didn't exercise.
| Contract | Signing Bonus | Average Salary | GTD At Sign | Total GTD |
| 4 yr(s) / $34,563,594 | $22,697,160 | $8,640,899 | $34,563,594 | $34,563,594 |
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FAQ's on Chase Young's Contract
A. Chase Young had 1 sack against the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LVIII.
A. Chase Young is on the New Orleans Saints roster as of 2024.
A. Chase Young was the number two overall pick from the 2020 NFL Draft.
A. In his short career of 4 years as of 2024, Chase Young has already played for the Washington Commanders and the San Francisco 49ers. In 2024, he will play for the New Orleans Saints.
