Ray Lewis is one of the best linebackers in the game as he led the Baltimore Ravens’ defense his whole career. In this one, we will take a look at Ray Lewis’ net worth in 2021.
| Net Worth | $35 million |
| Age | 46 |
| Salary | Retired |
| Sponsors | Reebok, EA Sports, and Snuggie |
| Sports | American Football |
Ray Lewis’ Net Worth in 2021 (estimate): $35 Million
Ray Lewis' net-worth in 2021 is $35 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth. Ray Lewis’ journey started at his home state of Florida where he was an All-American linebacker for Kathleen High School in Lakeland. In addition to his football prowess, he was also a great wrestler for his school.
Lewis joined the Miami Hurricanes football team when he enrolled at the University of Miami. He was a big part of their defense as he was named to back-to-back All-American and All-Big East teams in his final collegiate football seasons.
At the conclusion of the 1995 season, Ray Lewis decided to forgo his final year of eligibility and join the NFL Draft.
In the 1996 NFL Draft, Ray Lewis was selected with the 26th overall pick by the Baltimore Ravens. He was the 2nd selection of the first round by the Ravens who were entering their first season in the NFL. Lewis signed a five-year $4.6 million contract with the team.
In his second season, Lewis led the league in combined tackles with 184 which included 156 solo tackles. He was also named to his first Pro Bowl selection at the end of the season.
The 1999 season was a great one for Lewis as he had a total of 165 tackles with 130 solo tackles en route to his third Pro Bowl selection and his first All-Pro First team nod. He was also won the 1999 NFL Alumni Lineback of the Year which was voted by past NFL players based on the position that they played in.
Prior to the 2000 season, Ray Lewis signed a four-year $26 million extension to stay with the Ravens, and he repaid the team by leading a league-best defense. In 16 games, the Ravens set a single-season record for fewest points allowed (165) and fewest rushing yards allowed (970).
Lewis was a key part of the Ravens defense throughout the season. He earned a unanimous First-team All-Pro selection and was named the 2000 NFL Defensive Player of the Year. They booked the franchise’s first Super Bowl ticket after defeating the Oakland Raiders in the NFC Championship Game.
The Baltimore Ravens faced the New York Giants in Super Bowl XXXV as they dominated the opposition with a score of 34-7 to win the franchise’s first-ever Super Bowl ring. Lewis was named the Super Bowl XXXV MVP after his 5 combined tackles and 4 passes defended.
On August 2, 2002, Lewis signed a seven-year $50 million contract extension with the Ravens. Unfortunately, his 2002 season was cut short due to a season-ending injury which limited him to only play five games for that year.
Lewis bounced back strong the following season as he played and started in all 16 games as he was named again to the First-team All-Pro and the Pro Bowl. He also won the 2003 NFL Alumni Linebacker of the Year and was named the 2003 NFL Defensive Player of the Year.
On March 4, 2009, Lewis signed another contract extension with the Ravens worth $22 million for three years.
At the start of the 2012 season, Lewis suffered an injury that only allowed him to play only six regular-season games. He was able to come back to help the Ravens in the postseason to help them push for another Super Bowl appearance.
After a thrilling double-overtime game against the Denver Broncos, the Ravens advanced to the AFC Championship game to face the New England Patriots where they won with a score of 28-13.
Baltimore advanced to Super Bowl XLVII where they faced the San Francisco 49ers. In what would be Ray Lewis’ final career NFL game, the Ravens defeated the 49ers with a score of 34-31 to win the Super Bowl.
Ray Lewis’ accolades in his 17 years in the NFL:
- 3x Second-team All-Pro
- 7x First-team All-Pro
- 3x NFL Tackles Leader
- 13x Pro Bowl Selection
- 2x NFL Defensive Player of the Year
- 2x Super Bowl Champion
- 1x Super Bowl MVP
- Member of the NFL 2000s All-Decade Team
- Member of the NFL 100thAnniversary All-Time Team
- Included in the Baltimore Ravens Ring of Honor
Ray Lewis was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2018. He is the NFL leader in career combined tackles (2,059), career solo tackles (1,568), and most solo tackles in a season (156).
Ray Lewis earned $95,725,000 in his 17-year NFL career, according to Spotrac.
Aside from his pro football career, Lewis was also a contributor for ESPN in their NFL coverage and Fox Sports 1. He was also on the cover of EA Sports Madden NFL 2005 video game.
Lewis also appeared as a guest performer in Lip Sync Battle where he competed against Tony Gonzales. He was also scheduled to participate in Season 28 of Dancing with the Stars but eventually withdrew due to an injury on his foot that required surgery.
Ray Lewis was also involved in numerous charitable works throughout his career. He launched Ray Lewis 52 Foundation whose mission is to provide personal and economic assistance to disadvantaged youth.
Ray Lewis, along with his partners from Baltimore, launched Power 52 with the mission of breaking the cycle of poverty, unemployment and underemployment, and incarceration in the urban communities as well as promoting and providing clean energy access that drives economic empowerment.
Considered as one of the greatest defensive players of all time and the greatest Baltimore Raven of all time, Ray Lewis has transitioned smoothly into retirement as well as using his time and resources to try and help people that are in need.
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