Born on July 7, 1998, in Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada, Chase Claypool fell in love with football as a youth. He got a scholarship to the University of Notre Dame after killing it in high school. Claypool’s athleticism and versatility began to show at Notre Dame, where he became a major contributor for the Fighting Irish. His strong college play opened the door to professional football and later drew the attention of NFL scouts.
NFL Journey
Pittsburgh Steelers from (2020–2022)
Chase Claypool was drafted in the second round (49th overall) by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 2020 NFL Draft. During his rookie year, he hit the ground running producing 62 catches for 873 yards and nine touchdowns. He also added two rushing touchdowns, showing his versatility. In his second season, he totalled 59 catches and 860 yards with two touchdowns, remaining a steady target.
Chicago Bears (2022–2023)
Chase Claypool was traded to the Chicago Bears mid-way through the 2022 season. His time in Chicago was short and not very impactful, catching 14 passes for 140 yards across seven games. Claypool had his share of struggles, but he was still a name to watch around the league.
Miami Dolphins (2023)
Chase Claypool signed with the Miami Dolphins in 2023, where he hoped to bounce back. His time there would be brief too, with just four catches for 26 yards in nine games. He was released from the team since only a few were produced.
Buffalo Bills (2024)
Chase Claypool signs a one-year deal with the Buffalo Bills to try and reignite his career. However, a lingering toe injury landed him on injured reserve in August, sidelining him for the entire season. The Bills then released him with an injury settlement, making him a free agent.
Career Statistics
In his NFL career, Claypool has …
Receptions: 175
Receiving Yards: 2,261
Touchdowns Caught: 13
Rushing Attempts: 33
Rushing Yards: 171
Rushing Touchdowns: 2
Recent Developments
Chase Claypool is still a free agent to this point in November 2024. After the Bills released him this week, with speculation he won’t stay on their roster due to injury concerns, questions about Schwartz’s fate in the NFL are unknown. Until he shows that his recovery is complete, and the skills to help a team are honed, however, teams could be hesitant.
Nicky Jam Net Wroth Overview
Claypool’s NFL contracts and performance both have a hand in shaping his finances. The Steelers gave him a four-year rookie contract worth around $6.6M including a signing bonus and guaranteed cash, it was the fourth year that prompted his desire to get out in front of long-term deal talks, knowing how healthy bonus of $691K but unlikely to exceed 870K snagged his overall model over that first four years. His subsequent contracts with the Bears, Dolphins and Bills had in-turns echoed his career’s roller-coaster arc at that point — They’re all short-term deals. His expenditures and earnings led his estimated net worth in 2023 at $1.5 million or so.
Future Prospects
Chase Claypool’s ability to find success in the NFL will all come down to his health and ability to bounce back. If he can truly return to form and show what we saw earlier in his career, then he could draw the interest of teams looking for a dual-purpose wideout. For pro athletes, the constant demands of peak performance during injury and change are ever evident in their journey.
