Former American football player Samuel Jacob Bradford better known as Sam Bradford spent nine seasons in the National Football League (NFL), mostly with the St. Louis Rams and Minnesota Vikings. Sam also played for the Arizona Cardinals and Philadelphia Eagles during his career. Mayor of Oklahoma City Mick Cornett designated January 13 as “Sam Bradford Day” in 2009 as a way to memorialize Bradford.
Sam Bradford Biography and Net Worth
| Net Worth $70 M |
| Full Name Samuel Jacob Bradford |
| Birth Date November 8, 1987 |
| Age 34 Years |
| Birthplace Oklahoma City |
| Profession Football player |
| Girlfriend Emma Lavy |
Sam Bradford Early Life
Sam Bradford was born Samuel Jacob Bradford on November 8, 1987 in Oklahoma City. Bradford, who was raised in Oklahoma City by his parents Kent and Martha, graduated from Putnam City North High School (also located in Oklahoma City). Bradford was a local sports star for his Putnam City North Panther High School in football, basketball, baseball, and golf. In a very competitive market, Bradford would receive All-City honors as a junior quarterback. After his senior year, when he threw for 2,029 yards and 17 touchdowns in 12 games, Bradford was named to the Oklahoma Coaches Association All-State Team. He also received praise for being named to The Oklahoman’s Second-Team All-State.
Sam Bradford Career
Bradford was able to attend the University of Oklahoma thanks to an athletic scholarship. Bradford participated in that game for the Oklahoma Sooners football team and head coach Bob Stoops. Bradford was given the starting quarterback job for the 2007 Sooner squad on August 21, 2007. Bradford ultimately assisted the Sooners in winning the Big 12 Championship, as they upset Missouri twice in a row. During the 2009 BCS National Championship Game, Florida had Bradford. After undergoing season-ending shoulder surgery in 2010, Bradford declared that he would participate in the 2010 NFL Draft. Bradford’s professional NFL career would begin once he was selected first overall in the 2010 NFL Draft, the St. Louis Rams drafted him.
Bradford established a league record for the most completions by a rookie during his debut season in the NFL. Bradford was able to win the NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year award thanks to receiving this recognition. From 2010 through 2018, Bradford significantly aided the offensive efforts of the St. Louis Rams, Philadelphia Eagles, Minnesota Vikings, and Arizona Cardinals.
Sam Bradford Wife
In March 2016, Bradford and his long-time girlfriend Emma Lavy got engaged, the wedding took place on July 15, 2016.
Sam Bradford Net Worth
The estimated net worth of Sam Bradford is $70 million as of 2022. Sam Bradford signed the most lucrative NFL contract ever in 2010, which included a record-breaking $50 million in guaranteed compensation. Sam Bradford had made more than $130 million in salary alone throughout his tenure in the NFL by the time he formally retired. During 2010 to 2014, he only made $65 million from his time spent playing for the Rams. Sam Bradford made $24 million in salary and sponsorships between June 2017 and June 2018. He ranks among the top 25 earners in NFL history.
Sam Bradford Height and Weight
| Height 6’4” |
| Weight 102kg |
| Eye Color Brown |
| Hair Color Black |
