Dawson Alan Knox is a professional American football player who plays as a tight end for the Buffalo Bills in the NFL. Knox was the 96th pick in the third round of the 2019 NFL draft for the Bills. In Week 3, against the Cincinnati Bengals, Knox had his first touchdown. Knox finished his rookie season with two touchdowns and 28 receptions for 388 yards. The following season, Knox recorded three touchdowns, two fumbles and 24 receptions for 288 yards. In 2021, Knox caught nine receiving touchdowns. By signing a four-year extension with the Bills in 2022, Knox became one of the highest-paid tight ends in the NFL. The next season, even after being placed on the injured reserve from October 26th till December 9th, Knox finished the season with 22 receptions for 186 yards and two touchdowns.
For his collegiate football, as a walk-on, Knox enrolled at the University of Mississippi where he played until 2018. At Ole Miss, during the 2017 season, Knox recorded 24 receptions for 321 yards and as a junior, he recorded a total of 15 receptions for 284 yards. To enter the 2019 NFL draft, Knox decided to forgo his senior year. During his time at St. Paul Christian Academy and Brentwood Academy, Knox played as a wide receiver and a quarterback.
Dawson Knox’s Contract Breakdown
Dawson signed a three-year, $29,500,000 contract with the Buffalo Bills, which included a signing bonus of $5,840,000 and an average annual salary of $9,833,333, according to Spotrac.
| Contract terms | Average Salary | Signing Bonus | GTD at Sign | Total GTD | Free Agent |
| 3 yr(s) / $29,500,000 | $9,833,333 | $5,840,000 | $12,750,000 | $17,000,000 | 2027 / UFA |
| Year | Age | Base Salary | Signing Bonus | Cap Hit | Dead Cap |
| 2024 | 28 | $2,410,000 | $2,568,000 | $7,728,000 | $24,450,000 |
| 2025 | 29 | $8,750,000 | $2,568,000 | $14,068,000 | $16,972,000 |
| 2026 | 30 | $9,910,000 | $2,568,000 | $17,068,000 | $7,404,000 |
How much is Dawson Knox getting paid?
As of 2024, Knox will earn a base salary of $2,410,000 while having a cap hit of $7,728,000 and a dead cap value of $24,450,000, according to Spotrac.
How much does Dawson Knox make in a minute?
Knox makes about $16.18 per minute per his current contract with the Bills.
Dawson Knox’s career earnings
According to Spotrac, Knox’s career earnings as of August 2024 sum up to $23,729,674.
How much of Dawson Knox’s contract is guaranteed?
Knox's deal guarantees him $17,000,000, no matter how well he performs or gets hurt. This sum covers his guaranteed salary components as well as his signing bonus.
What are the terms of Dawson Knox’s contract?
On the fifth league day of 2025, the remaining $4.25 million of Knox’s 2025 pay is scheduled to become completely guaranteed.
Dawson Knox’s Contract History
Buffalo Bills (2022-2026)
Knox inked a four-year, $52,000,000 contract with the Bills, which included $7,000,000 as a signing bonus.
Buffalo Bills(2019-2022)
Knox signed a rookie contract worth $3,521,600 with the Buffalo Bills in 2019, it included an average annual salary of $880,400.
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FAQ's On Dawson Knox's Contract
A. Dawson Knox wears the number 88 for the Bills.
A. Dawson Knox played his collegiate football at the University of Mississippi.
A. Dawson Knox plays for the Buffalo Bills in the NFL.
A. Dawson Knox plays as a tight end.
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