Indianapolis Colt Kicker Adam Vinatieri has hinted his retirement after his game against the Tennessee Titans in 2019 seasons. After the game, he didn’t speak to the reporter but told Stephen Holder of the Indianapolis Star that he would ‘hear from him.’ Stephen Holder took to Twitter and stated:
“Just grabbed Adam Vinatieri headed to the bus. He said “you’ll here from me tomorrow.” I told him we don’t see him tomorrow. And he said, “Yeah, you will.”
Adam Vinatieri, 46, is the only active 46 years old NFL player now and is the third oldest of all time. Currently, he is a football placekicker for the Indianapolis Colts.
So, how much has Adam made from his long-running profession? Doing what he does at this age should be tough, but it looks like the NFL has found a Wolverine in him! So, how much is the football player worth? Will he retired or stayed with Indianapolis Colt? Stay with us to know more about the details of his contract and know if his retirement rumors are true.
Who Is Adam Vinatieri? Career Info, Highlights
Famous Athlete Adam Matthew Vinatieri was born on 28 December 1972 to Paul and Judy. He studied at Central High School, where he excelled in basketball, football wrestling, and soccer.
Later, he enrolled in the United States Military Academy at West Point but dropped in the middle and returned to the home. After that, he went on to South Dakota State University. He finished his college as SDSU’s all-time leading scorer with 185 career points and honored as first-team all-conference in each of his seasons.
Adam started his professional career from the World League of American Football that was rebranded as NFL. And then, he was drafted by the New England Patriots in the year 1996.
He played well while with the Patriots and became a four-time AFC Champion and a three-time Super Bowl Champion while with the team. In 2006, he joined the Indianapolis Colts. As a Colt, he is a two-time AFC Champion and a one-time Super Bowl Champion.
Adam Vinatieri Net Worth In 2019
The 46 years kicker accumulates a hefty amount of cash as a pro-athlete. He is active in sports since the 1990s and has played many games for the New England and Indianapolis Colts. In 2019, Adam Vinatieri has an estimated net worth to be around $10 million.
Moreover, back in 2006, he signed a five-year contract with the Indianapolis Colts and received $3.5 million per year. After that, he penned a two-year extension contract with Coltsin 2016 worth $6 million. In early 2017, he received $500,000 in bonus for his performance in the finale against the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Moreover, in February 2018, he extended his contract for another year with the Colts. According to spotrac.com, Adam’s annual salary is $3,875,000 and also received $ 2,000,000 as a signing bonus.
Reportedly, Vinatieri earned around $47, 256,999 from his 23 season-long pro-career as the New England Patriots and Indianapolis Colts footballer.
Endorsements
Furthermore, he earns extra wealth from ventures and sports-wear promotion. A decade ago, Adam appeared in a TV advertisement for the Snickers candy bar with the tagline, “Split the Uprights with Adam Nougatieri.”
Additionally, the placekicker appeared on Saturday Night Live and as a guest star in ESPN Sunday Night Football, NBC Sunday Night Football, NFL Monday Night Football, and the 2008 ESPN special The Greatest Game Ever Played.
Valeri (Adam) Vinatieri On SNL
Other than being a pro-athlete, he made a cameo appearance in an episode of tv series ‘Parks and Recreation’ in 2013.
House & Cars
Vinatieri is living with his wife, Valeri Vinatieri, since they were married in 2001. Also, they have two children AJ and Allison. Currently, Adam resides with his family in Carmel, Indiana, and has purchased a beautiful home in Kissimmee, Florida, as well.
Not only that, but he also owns another home in Beverly Hills, which he bought in 2007. His Beverly Hills home is a 4,800 square foot Spanish style home built in 1995.
Quick Info about Adam Vinatieri
Name | Adam Matthew Vinatieri |
Born | December 28, 1972 |
Place | Yankton, South Dakota |
Age | 46 years old |
Profession | Placekicker |
Net Worth | $10 Million |
Height | 1.83 m (6 ft 0 in) |
Weight | 209 lb (95 kg) |
Spouse | Valeri Vinatieri |
Children | Two |