From 2011 through 2016, Colin Kaepernick was an American quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers of the National Football League. He is currently a free agent.
What is the Net Worth of Colin Kaepernick?
In 2014, Colin Kaepernick earned a salary of $645,000. In addition, as of 2022, he is expected to have a net worth of $20 million.
Early Life and Education
Colin was born on November 3, 1987, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Rick and Teresa Kaepernick adopted him when he was just a few weeks old. Furthermore, they already had two children of their own, but had lost two more kids due to heart problems not long after delivery.
Heidi Russo, his biological mother, was 19 when he was born. From a young age, he was sporty. Colin also began playing youth football at the age of eight. He is an American citizen. He also has a mixed ethnic ancestry, with African-American, Bohemian Czech, and Irish ancestors. Colin began his education in Turlock, California, where he attended grade school. He went on to John H. Pitman High School after that. He was also awarded a scholarship to the University of Nevada.
Professional Life and Career
In the fifth game of his freshman year at the University of Nevada, Colin Kaepernick stepped in to play quarterback. He had 19 touchdowns towards the end of the season. Later in his career, he broke multiple school records and became the first quarterback in Division I FBS history to pass for over 10,000 yards and sprint for over 4,000 yards. The quarterback was taken in the second round of the 2011 NFL Draft by the San Francisco 49ers.
In 2012, Colin took over as the team’s starting quarterback. Jim Harbaugh also named him as his permanent starting quarterback. He also set a new single-game NFL quarterback record. In Super Bowl XLVII in New Orleans, Colin and the 49ers were defeated by Ray Lewis and the Baltimore Ravens. He passed for 412 yards and three touchdowns in the 2013 season. In addition, the 49ers finished the season with a 12-4 record and a playoff berth. Furthermore, the 49ers finished 2014 with an 8-8 record. He recently got the Muhammad Ali Legacy Award from Sports Illustrated magazine.
Rumors and Controversy
After refusing to stand for the national anthem before a preseason game in late August 2016, Colin Kaepernick became embroiled in a bitter debate. He also stated that he would continue to sit during the national anthem until significant changes for minorities have been made. During a rally in Alabama in September, US President Donald Trump stepped in on the debate, asking for kneeling NFL players to be fired. Colin also filed a complaint against NFL owners for collusion. Along the process, it sparked a lot of debates. There is currently no rumor circulating about Colin.
Body Measurement and Social Media
Colin Kaepernick is 6 feet 4 inches tall, according to his physique measurements. He also weighs 104 kilograms (230 pounds). In addition, his hair and eyes are both dark brown.
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Colin is a frequent user of social media. On Twitter, he has almost 2.4 million followers. In addition, he has over 3.8 million Instagram followers. His Facebook page, meanwhile, has over 1.5 million fans.
Quick Facts of Colin Kaepernick
| Age: | 34 years 3 months |
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| Birth Date: | November 03, 1987 |
| Horoscope (Sunshine): | Scorpio |
| Full Name: | Colin Kaepernick |
| Birth Place: | Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States |
| Net Worth: | $20 Million |
| Salary: | $645,000 (2014) |
| Height / How tall : | 6 feet 4 inches (1.93m) |
| Ethnicity: | Mixed( African-American, Bohemian Czech, and Irish) |
| Nationality: | American |
| Profession: | Football player |
| Father’s Name: | Rick Kaepernick |
| Mother’s Name: | Heidi Russo, Teresa Kaepernick |
| Education: | University of Nevada |
| Weight: | 104 Kg |
| Hair Color: | Dark Brown |
| Eye Color: | Dark Brown |
| Lucky Number: | 5 |
| Lucky Stone: | Garnet |
| Lucky Color: | Purple |
| Best Match for Marriage: | Capricorn, Cancer, Pisces |
| Last Update: | February, 2022 |
