Chase Young is a defensive end for the New Orleans Saints of the NFL as of March 2025. 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 2021 and 2022 seasons combined, as recorded by Pro Football Reference. He was eventually traded to the 49ers at the 2023 trade deadline, where he spent the rest of the season. His latest stint in 2024 came with the Saints, where he tallied 7.5 sacks on the year.
At the collegiate level, Young found his way into record books. He would break the Ohio State School record for single-season sacks with 16.5, as per Ohio State's official Athletics website. His brilliance led to a Unanimous All-American Team selection as well as a plethora of awards. These include the Bronko Nagurski Trophy, Chuck Bednarik Award, and Ted Hendricks Award. Further, he was a finalist for the Walter Camp Maxwell and Heisman Trophy and became one of only 9 defensive players since 1982 to be in consideration for the trophy.
Chase Young Contract Breakdown
Chase Young signed a three-year contract worth $51 million with the New Orleans Saints, on March 10, 2025, according to Spotrac.
| Contract | Signing Bonus | Average Salary | GTD at Sign | Total GTD |
| 3 yr(s) / $51,000,000 | N/A | $17,000,000 |
The details of the contract as of March 17, 2025, are provided below:
| Year | Status | Signing Proration | Cap Hit | Dead Cap | Yearly Cash |
| 2025 | Estimate | $2,281,000 | $2,281,000 | ||
| 2026 | Estimate | $2,281,000 | $2,281,000 | ||
| 2027 | Estimate | $2,281,000 | $2,281,000 | ||
| 2028 | Estimate | $2,281,000 | $2,281,000 |
What are the terms of Chase Young's contract?
As of March 17, 2025, Young’s deal has not been revealed fully on Spotrac.
Chase Young Salary
In the 2025 season, Chase will receive a signing proration of $2.28 million. The contract amounts for 2025 to carry a cap hit of $2.28 million as estimated by Spotrac. As per the terms of Chase Young’s current contract, he has an average annual salary of $17 million (via Spotrac).
How much does Chase Young make per minute?
If Chase Young's contract worth $51 million over 3 years is broken down to a per-minute earning, then Young makes around $32.4 per minute.
How much of Chase Young’s contract is guaranteed?
As of March 17th, 2025, Spotrac has not updated Young’s contract’s guaranteed numbers.
Chase Young's Career Earnings
Chase Young has amassed $47.5 million in his career as of March 2025, according to Spotrac.
Chase Young Contract History
Young has signed two contracts before signing his 3-year extension in 2025.
| Year | Team | Contract | Signing Bonus | Average Salary | GTD at Sign | Total GTD |
| 2024 - 2024 | New Orleans Saints | 1 yr(s) / $13,000,000 | $1,860,000 | $13,000,000 | $13,000,000 | $13,000,000 |
| 2020 - 2023 | Washington Commanders | 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 one sack against the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LVIII, as per Pro Football Reference.
A. Chase Young is on the New Orleans Saints roster as of March 2025.
A. Chase Young was the number two overall pick from the 2020 NFL Draft.
A. Chase Young has played for the Washington Commanders, San Francisco 49ers, and New Orleans Saints as of March 2025.
