Malik Hooker is an American football safety for the Dallas Cowboys as of the 2024 NFL season. The Indianapolis Colts selected him as the 15th pick in the first round of the 2017 NFL Draft. As a rookie in 2017 with the Indianapolis Colts, he finished the season with 22 combined tackles (16 solos) and three interceptions in seven games and six starts. Hooker was placed on injured reserve because of his torn ACL and MCL and missed the remainder of the season. Hooker finished the 2018 season with 41 tackles (28 solos) 2 interceptions, and 1 fumble recovery. As of November 11, 2024, he has recorded 318 total tackles, 1 forced fumble, 4 fumble recoveries, 21 pass deflections and 12 interceptions (according to Pro Football Reference).
Hooker attended New Castle High School and was awarded the 2014 CFP National Champion, for his heroics in the post-season. As a senior in high school, Hooker received the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Male Athlete of the Year. Hooker’s collegiate career began with Ohio State College in 2014. In 2016, Hooker was named first-team All-Big Ten.
Malik Hooker Contract Breakdown
According to Spotrac, Hooker signed a three-year extension contract with the Cowboys valued at $21 million in 2023. His contract includes a signing bonus of $8,000,000, a guaranteed amount of $16,500,000, and an average annual salary of $7,000,000.
| Contract terms | Average Salary | Signing Bonus | GTD at Sign | Total GTD |
| 3 yr(s) / $21,000,000 | $7,000,000 | $8,000,000 | $11,000,000 | $16,500,000 |
| Year | Base Salary | Signing Bonus | Roster/Gm Bonus | Cap Hit | Dead Cap |
| 2023 | $1,250,000 | $2,850,000 | $470,576 | $4,570,576 | $11,850,000 |
| 2024 | $1,750,000 | $2,000,000 | $235,296 | $3,985,296 | $7,750,000 |
| POTENTIAL OUT: 2025, 2 YR, $11,720,576; $4,000,000 DEAD CAP | |||||
| 2025 | $5,500,000 | $2,000,000 | $250,000 | $7,750,000 | $4,000,000 |
| 2026 | $6,500,000 | $2,000,000 | $500,000 | $9,000,000 | $2,000,000 |
| 2027 | UFA | ||||
How much is Malik Hooker getting paid?
According to Spotrac, Hooker will earn a base salary of $1,750,000 for the 2024 season. His contract states that he will earn an average annual salary of $7,000,000.
How much does Malik Hooker make per minute?
Hooker makes approximately $13.30 per minute based on his average annual salary of $7,000,000.
Malik Hooker's Career Earnings
As of November 2024, Hooker has earned approximately $28,653,383 in his NFL career earnings.
What are the terms of Malik Hooker's contract?
Hooker's contract includes $11 million guaranteed at signing, covering the signing bonus, 2023 salary, and 2024 salary. The 2025 salary of $5.5 million is fully guaranteed on March 16, 2025. Per-game active bonuses are set at $29,411 ($500,000 total) for 2023 and 2026, and $14,705 ($250,000 total) for 2024 and 2025.
Annual incentives include $500,000 for achieving 5 interceptions and a playoff berth and another $500,000 for an 85% snap count with a playoff berth. Additional incentives of $500,000 are available each season for meeting either 85% playing time or 5 interceptions.
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Malik Hooker Contract History
In 2022, Malik Hooker signed a 2-year, $7,000,000 extension contract with the Dallas Cowboys, including a $1,700,000 signing bonus and an average annual salary of $3,500,000.
| Contract terms | Average Salary | Signing Bonus | GTD at Sign | Total GTD |
| 2 yr(s) / $7,000,000 | $3,500,000 | $1,700,000 | $2,000,000 | $2,000,000 |
In 2021, Malik Hooker signed a 1 year, $920,000 contract with the Dallas Cowboys with an average annual salary of $920,000.
| Contract terms | Average Salary | Signing Bonus | GTD at Sign | Total GTD |
| 1 yr(s) / $920,000 | $920,000 | N/A | $490,000 | $490,000 |
In 2017, Malik Hooker signed a 4 year, $12,599,908 rookie contract with the Indianapolis Colts, including a $2,290,892 signing bonus and an average annual salary of $3,149,977.
| Contract terms | Average Salary | Signing Bonus | GTD at Sign | Total GTD |
| 4 yr(s) / $12,599,908 | $3,149,977 | $2,290,892 | $12,599,908 | $12,599,908 |
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FAQ's On Malik Hooker Contract
A. Malik Hooker is 28 years old, as of November 2024.
A. Malik Hooker attended Ohio State College.
A. The Indianapolis Colts drafted Malik Hooker in the first round (15th overall pick) in the 2017 NFL draft.
A. Malik Hooker was born on April 2, 1996.
