Jerick Deshun McKinnon, a running back for the Kansas City Chiefs of the NFL, was born on May 3, 1992. (NFL). In the third round of the 2014 NFL Draft, the Minnesota Vikings selected him after he played college football for Georgia Southern.
He played for the 49ers in the past. McKinnon was invited to the 2014 NFL Draft Combine, where he improved his standing by clocking unofficial 40-yard dash times of 4.38 and 4.35 in 4.41 seconds, the fastest among running backs, and by leading all running backs with 32 bench press reps.
McKinnon ranked second on the club in rushing yards and led the Vikings in running yards despite making just six starts and averaging 4.8 yards per carry as a rookie.
On April 30, 2021, McKinnon inked a one-year deal with the Kansas City Chiefs. On November 30, he was listed on injured reserve. On January 1, 2022, he was activated.
McKinnon recorded his first rushing touchdown with Kansas City against the Denver Broncos in Week 18 of the regular season. The Chiefs won 28-24 against the Broncos.
Jerick McKinnon’s Contract, Salary and Net Worth
Jerick McKinnon signed a 1 year, $1,272,500 contract with the Kansas City Chiefs, including an average annual salary of $1,272,500.
In 2022, McKinnon will earn a base salary of $1,035,000 and a roster bonus of $152,500, while carrying a cap hit of $1,047,500. His net worth is estimated to be $2m.