The recent series on Netflix, “Swamp Kings” has been creating waves since its premiere on August 22. The series revolves around the time when Urban Meyer served as the head coach of the Florida Gators. NFL former linebacker Brandon Siler is among the players who got the most attention in the series. During his college days, he was a part of the Gators and their National Championship in 2006.
Brandon Siler made his NFL debut the very next season when the San Diego Chargers selected him. He was the team’s 240th pick in the 7th round. As per reports, the star player signed a contract with the Chargers for 4 years. It was a $1,707,725 contract along with a signing bonus of $427,250. It also included a guaranteed $427,250 with an average yearly salary of $426,931.
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After the Chargers, the linebacker joined the Kansas City Chiefs. Siler signed a $750,000 contract with the Chiefs for one year. After that season, Siler couldn’t sign any more contracts, bringing his NFL career to an end.
According to reports, Brandon Siler made around a massive $3,542,250 throughout his 5-year career in the league. With his earnings from the game, the star linebacker holds a present net worth of $5 million. There’s not much information available about his other sources of money. However, most of the amount he has made is from the NFL itself.
The talented athlete had a short career in the NFL, and that included injuries. However, he played enough to inspire many and take a good amount home with his gameplay.
Outlining the football career of Brandon Siler
Born in December 1985, Brandon Siler was a football star from a very young age. As per reports, he was among the best players when he was playing for the Evans Trojans in high school. While attending the University of Florida, he played for the Florida Gators from 2004 to 2006.
After starting 6 games as a freshman, Siler received the Southeastern Conference Freshman of the year. The linebacker even led the Gators to a 13-1 victory during the SEC Championship. After that, Brandon Siler signed his rookie contract in the NFL in 2007.
During his 5-year career in the league, the linebacker appeared in 74 games. In his career, the star player started 16 games, recording 180 tackles. He also had 2 interceptions and 3 recovered fumbles. Brandon Siler contributed thoroughly whenever he got the opportunity during his football career. It’s because of this reason only that the linebacker has got the limelight in Netflix’s “Swamp Kings”.