Kelce's Post-Football Fortune: Podcast Deal Makes Him Richer Than NFL Career
NFL legend Jason Kelce's financial story has taken an unexpected turn since his retirement from football in March 2024. The former Eagles center, known for his dominant play on the field, has leveraged his post-football career to amass a net worth of $60 million. A significant portion of this wealth comes from a $100 million podcast deal with Amazon's Wondery, signed by Kelce and his brother Travis in August 2024. The agreement grants Wondery exclusive advertising sales and distribution rights to the brothers' popular show, 'New Heights', which has become one of the top sports podcasts in the US.
The podcast, launched in September 2022 as a casual football chat between siblings, has seen remarkable growth since its inception. With over two years of episodes under their belt, the Kelce brothers have attracted a massive following, dubbed 'the 92%ers', and have even landed high-profile celebrity interviews. The show's success is evident in its consistent ranking among top sports podcasts on Spotify and Apple charts during the NFL season.
Kelce's earnings from this podcast deal alone are estimated to be around $15 million annually, more than double his average salary during peak Eagles seasons. This significant increase in income has transformed Kelce's financial landscape, making him richer off the field than he ever was on it. To put this into perspective, his entire 13-year NFL career earnings did not surpass $90 million.
In addition to the podcast deal, Kelce has also signed a three-year, $24 million broadcasting contract with ESPN, where he anchors Monday Night Countdown and hosts his own late-night show, 'They Call It Late Night with Jason Kelce'. This move has further cemented his status as a media personality, earning him more than most active players in the NFL.