NFL quarterback Josh Rosen comes from a prosperous family, and though he might earn less from his football career, his net worth is significantly impacted by his familial wealth.
Josh Rosen was once the finest prospects NFL prospect until he didn’t perform matching the hyped fame and reputation.
Born on February 10, 1997, in Manhattan Beach, he began showing his athletic interests from a young age. Initially, he was a state No. 1 in tennis before transitioning to football.
Even his parents supported his athletic pursuits, and their wealthy background further fueled his passion for multiple sports.
Since his father is a renowned American surgeon and his mother is an ex-journalist and editor, the wealth he inherits as their son is already immense, and he earned millions through his career.
Though no exact figures are available, Josh Rosen reportedly signed multiple million-dollar deals, earning in high range for years.
Once The NFL’s Greatest QB Prospect, Josh Rosen, Went From Starting With The Cardinals in 2018 To Playing As A Practice Member!
Since the Arizona Cardinals drafted him 10th overall in 2018, Josh Rosen’s career as a quarterback has been tumultuous.
While different sources mention varied net worth estimates, it is generally agreed that Josh Rosen earned a substantial amount during his four seasons in the NFL, with his estimated net worth around $18 million.
According to the Over the Cap report, Rosen’s total career earnings amount to  $18.79 million, with a career average annual salary (APY) of $3.76 million.
His most lucrative contract was with the Cardinals, where he signed a four-year deal worth $17.84 million.
Multiple reports suggest that the four-year contract included a $11 million signing bonus. This early deal allowed him to secure a significant financial foundation early in his career.
Josh Rosen played for six teams in the NFL, with his first season being in 2018 with the Arizona Cardinals. In his rookie year, the star QB prospect earned approximately $11,358,372.
His rookie season was marked by struggles, culminating in a record of 3 wins and 13 losses. Despite this rocky start, his contract provided him with substantial financial backing
The following year, in 2019, his contract value with the Miami Dolphins was $6.239 million for one year.
The Cardinals exchanged him for the Dolphins’ 2019 second-round and their fifth-round pick in the 2020 draft.
His performance wasn’t how everyone, including the team, expected. Though owners and managers were happy to keep Rosen on the team early on, they traded him the following year.
He signed with the Buccaneers’ practice squad, but the 49ers signed him off following the injuries of their quarterbacks.
The San Francisco 49ers paid almost $750k to the athlete in 2020. Next year, Josh Rosen moved to the Atlanta Falcons with an increased deal value of $850k.
Later, in just 2022, he transferred to the Minnesota Vikings and Cleveland Browns as an Offseason and/or practice squad member.
Despite his initial success and high draft position, Rosen’s career trajectory has been less than stellar.
He struggled to maintain a starting position, and multiple teams eventually released him after limited playing time.
His financial stability is largely due to the contracts he secured during his early years in the league.
Josh Rosen’s parents, Charles Rosen and Liz Lippincott, have impressive financial stature and net worth.
Charles Rosen is an infamous orthopedic spine surgeon based in Los Angeles, and he earns depending on his practice.
His mother, Liz Lippincott’s family, owned the J.B. Lippincott & Co., a publishing house.
Combined, Josh holds the potential of extremely high net worth, but his current status remains less known.
Additional Information
- Before focusing on football, at just 12, Josh was the No. 1-ranked player in Southern California.
- Josh Rosen’s great-great-great-grandson of Joseph Wharton, co-founder of Bethlehem Steel and founder of the Wharton School.
- During his time at UCLA, Rosen acquired the nicknames “Chosen Rosen” and “the Chosen One.”
