Cordarrelle Patterson is an American football running back as well as a wide receiver and kickoff returner for the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 2024 NFL season. Patterson was selected as the 29th overall pick in the first round of the 2013 NFL Draft by the Minnesota Vikings. Over his NFL career, he has played for the Minnesota Vikings, Oakland Raiders, New England Patriots, Chicago Bears, Atlanta Falcons, and Pittsburgh Steelers. According to Pro Football Reference, he has recorded 310 receptions for 2,875 receiving yards, 2,645 rushing yards, and 48 total touchdowns as of Week 17 of the 2024 season.
The four-time Pro Bowler, Patterson attended Hutchinson Community College and the University of Tennessee during his college years. According to the official website of the University of Tennessee, he recorded 113 receptions for 1,832 receiving yards, and 36 touchdowns at Hutchinson before transferring to Tennessee in 2012. At Tennessee, he added 46 receptions for 778 receiving yards and 308 rushing yards (via Sports Reference). Before committing to Hutchinson, he played high school football at Northwestern High School under coach Jimmy Wallace.
Cordarrelle Patterson’s contract breakdown
According to Spotrac, Patterson signed a two-year contract with the Steelers in April 2024, worth $6 million. His contract includes a signing bonus of $1.9 million, a guaranteed amount of $1.9 million, and an average annual salary of $3 million per year.
| Contract Terms | Average Salary | Signing Bonus | GTD at Sign | Total GTD |
| 2 yr(s) / $6,000,000 | $3,000,000 | $1,900,000 | $1,900,000 | $1,900,000 |
| Year | Base Salary | Signing Proration | Cap Hit | Dead Cap |
| 2024 | $1,300,000 | $950,000 | $2,250,000 | $1,900,000 |
| POTENTIAL OUT: 2025, 1 YR, $3,200,000; $950,000 DEAD CAP | ||||
| 2025 | $2,800,000 | $950,000 | $3,750,000 | $950,000 |
| 2026 | UFA | |||
How much is Cordarrelle Patterson getting paid?
Patterson is set to earn a base salary of $1,300,000 and a signing bonus of $1,900,000, with a cap hit of $2,250,000 and a dead cap value of $1,900,000. He will also receive an average annual salary of $3,000,000.
How much does Cordarrelle Patterson make in a minute?
Patterson makes approximately $5.7 per minute, with an average annual salary of $3,000,000.
Cordarrelle Patterson’s career earnings
As of January 2025, Patterson has earned around $42,907,585 in his career earnings.
How much of Cordarrelle Patterson’s Contract is guaranteed?
Patterson's current contract includes a guaranteed amount of $1,900,000.
Cordarrelle Patterson’s contract history
Patterson has signed the following contracts during his NFL career:
| Year(s) | Team | Contract Details | Signing Bonus | Guaranteed | Average Annual Salary |
| 2022-2023 | Atlanta Falcons | 2 years, $10,500,000 | $5,000,000 | $5,000,000 | $5,250,000 |
| 2021 | Atlanta Falcons | 1 year, $3,000,000 | $1,700,000 | $1,700,000 | $3,000,000 |
| 2019-2020 | Chicago Bears | 2 years, $10,000,000 | $2,000,000 | $5,000,000 | $5,000,000 |
| 2017-2018 | Oakland Raiders | 2 years, $8,500,000 | $2,500,000 | $5,000,000 | $4,250,000 |
| 2013-2016 | Minnesota Vikings | 4 years, $7,221,049 | $3,631,672 | $5,831,361 | $1,805,262 |
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FAQs on Cordarrelle Patterson
A. Cordarrelle Patterson plays for the Pittsburgh Steelers as of the 2024 NFL season.
A. Cordarrelle Patterson was selected by the Minnesota Vikings with the 29th overall pick in the first round of the 2013 NFL Draft.
A. Cordarrelle Patterson was born in Rock Hill, South Carolina.
A. Cordarrelle Patterson is 33 years old as of January 2025.
