Derwin James is an American football player who has been competing in the National Football League since 2018 and has quickly gained widespread recognition. In the first round of the 2018 NFL draft, James was selected. The Los Angeles Chargers, with whom he is currently playing and excelling, selected him.
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Derwin James Early Life
Derwin Alonzo James Jr. was born on the 3rd of August, 1996, in Florida.
James attended Auburndale High School in Auburndale, Florida before transferring to his hometown Haines City High School.
James committed to Florida State University to play college football after receiving a scholarship offer after his freshman year in high school.
Derwin James Career
The Los Angeles Chargers selected James in the first round of the 2018 NFL Draft. James was the second safety drafted in 2018, behind Alabama safety Minkah Fitzpatrick (11th overall, Miami Dolphins).
In 2018, the Los Angeles Chargers signed James to a fully guaranteed four-year, $12.38 million contract that includes a signing bonus of $7.09 million.
He made his professional regular-season debut and the first career start in the Los Angeles Chargers’ season-opener against the Kansas City Chiefs and recorded three combined tackles, broke up two passes, and made his first career sack on quarterback Patrick Mahomes in their 38–28 loss.
On September 23, 2018, James collected nine combined tackles, deflected a pass, and made his first professional interception during a 35–23 loss at the Los Angeles Rams in Week 3.
On August 15, it was revealed that James had been dealing with a stress fracture in his right foot. The injury required surgery, requiring a maximum of three months to recover.
Derwin James Net Worth
Derwin James has been so popular and successful. As of September 2022, Vincent Herbert’s net worth is estimated to be $3 Million.
Name | Derwin James |
Profession | American Football player |
Date of Birth | 3 August 1996 |
Age | 26 years |
Height | 1.88 m |
Net Worth | $3 Million |