Joe Haden reflects on spending first $12 million from NFL career
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 11:30 AM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
Former Cleveland Browns cornerback Joe Haden discussed his financial experiences after signing a five-year, $50 million contract during his NFL career. Although Haden earned over $120 million, he revealed that large expenses and taxes rapidly diminished his signing bonus to about $1 million. His comments highlight the financial challenges many athletes face despite their substantial earnings. The insights were shared during the NFL Draft event in Pittsburgh.
- •Joe Haden spent a significant portion of his signing bonus quickly.
- •He earned over $120 million throughout his NFL career.
- •Haden bought houses and cars for family members, among other expenses.
- •His comments were made during the 2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh.
- •Other players may face similar financial challenges despite high salaries.
- 11:30 AMYahoo Sports — Former Browns CB Joe Haden shares how he used, blew most of his first $12 million
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