Imagine being named a unanimous All-American in college football and then signing a big contract with an NFL franchise in your early 20s. Looks cool and inspiring, right? This is the story of cornerback Clark Phillips III of the Atlanta Falcons. The 22-year-old, who belongs to a humble and hardworking background, sacrificed a lot to earn a decent contract with a franchise that has appeared twice in the Super Bowl.
Phillips III, born in Lakewood, (California), played his college football for the Utah Utes. He was also awarded the ‘Pac-12 Defensive Player of the Year’ in 2022. After his successful days with Utes, the CB was the 113th pick in the 4th round of 2023 drafts. His lightening running capabilities and decision-making skills earned him a good enough contract with the Falcons. The 5’9″ CB always remembers his family’s dedication and support to see him playing in the NFL.
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What is Clark Phillips III’s salary?
The former defensive back signed a staggering $4,613,528 contract with the Atlanta Falcons as a rookie. He got the signing bonus of $773,528 and also received a guarantee of the same amount if something like a season-ending injury or mid-season trade happens. To be specific, Phillips III will earn a base salary worth $915,000 this season. He will carry a cap hit of $1,108,382 along with a dead cap valued at $580,146.
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That’s a handsome amount right there. Phillips III, while recollecting dark days in the past, always reflects on how his dad, Clark Phillips Sr. taught him to focus on getting into the NFL. And here is the proof, he made it. But how long is Clark’s tenure?
How long is Clark Phillips III’s contract?
Clark has inked a four-year contract with the organization. This means he will be playing for the Falcons until 2026 at the very least. According to Spotrac, his per year base salary can be like this: For the 2023 season – $750,000, and for 2024 it is $915,000. After the current season, Clark’s base salary for 2025 and 2026 will be $1,030,000 and $1,145,000, respectively.
This is what success looks like for a rookie who dreamed of flying high. His dedication and most importantly his skills made him noticeable on the college gridiron. After two years (2020-2022) in college football, his flight took off from Utah, successfully landing on the ‘corner’ of Atlanta and grabbing a respectable contract.
With his contract and salary in place, Clark Phillips III can focus on what matters the most – delivering exceptional performances on the field. As a rising star in the NFL, Phillips’ financial situation will likely continue to get better, but for now, he’s exactly where he’s meant to be – playing for the Falcons.
