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Jessie Bates III invests in SpaceX; potential tenfold return

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 5:53 PM

Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Jessie Bates III invests in SpaceX; potential tenfold return

Summary

Atlanta Falcons safety Jessie Bates III invested $150,000 in SpaceX's 2022 Series J round, which valued the company at $127 billion. With its recent IPO in June 2026 valued at $1.77 trillion, Bates' investment could now be worth significantly more. Bates has emphasized the importance of strategic investments, revealing his conservative approach and aspirations to educate others on financial growth within the NFL community. His investment journey also includes other tech companies, and he is planning to sell his stake in SpaceX. Beyond investments, Bates is actively working to impact his community through his foundation.

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Key Details

•Bates' investment in SpaceX could see a tenfold increase.
•The company's IPO made history as one of the largest at $1.77 trillion.
•Bates is also involved in affordable housing initiatives through his foundation.
•He aims to guide fellow NFL players towards better financial decisions.
•Bates' total career earnings amount to over $70 million.

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5:53 PMYahoo Sports — Atlanta Falcons Safety Jessie Bates III Invested $150K In SpaceX’s 2022 Series J Round, Now His Investment Could Be Worth 10 Times More

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