The Denver Broncos’ nose tackle Michael Purcell competes in the National Football League. He is 1.91 m tall and 149 kg in weight. He attended Highlands Ranch High School while participating in high school football. He joined the NCAA football squad of the Wyoming Cowboys after enrolling in the University of Wyoming following his high school graduation.
Over the course of his 42-game, four-year career, he totaled 197 tackles, four sacks, three forced fumbles, and two fumble recoveries. He accumulated 83 tackles, 1.5 sacks, two forced fumbles, and first-team All-Mountain West Conference accolades during his senior year. The San Francisco 49ers selected Purcell, an undrafted free agent, in May 2013.
He was claimed off waivers by the Los Angeles Rams in May 2017. He was released on September 2, 2017, and the Chicago Bears added him to their practice squad on September 19. In October 2017, the Carolina Panthers signed Purcell to the practice squad, but he was released the following month. On October 25, 2017, he was added to the New England Patriots practice squad, but he was released the next day.
In November 2017, the Kansas City Chiefs added him to the practice squad. 2019 will see Purcell join the Salt Lake Stallions of the Alliance of American Football. In April 2019, Purcell signed with the Denver Broncos. In October 2020, he signed a three-year, $14.8 million contract with the Broncos.
How Much Does Mike Purcell Make?
Mike Purcell makes $3,833,333 annual salary per his contract with the Denver Broncos.