Jalen Milroe was one of the most polarizing quarterbacks in the 2025 NFL Draft, with arguably the highest ceiling of any signal-caller in his class.
The Seattle Seahawks acted quickly, selecting Milroe with the 92nd overall pick in the third round. After signing Sam Darnold to a three-year, $100 million contract this offseason, the Seahawks now look to develop Milroe as a potential future replacement.
Milroe spent four seasons at the University of Alabama, starting in both the 2023 and 2024 seasons. During his time with the program, he threw for 6,011 passing yards and 45 touchdowns. As a dual-threat quarterback, Milroe also racked up 2,038 rushing yards and 33 rushing touchdowns.
What is Jalen Milroe’s Salary and Net Worth?
Per Spotrac, Jalen Milroe is projected to sign a four-year, $6,261,038 contract with the Seahawks.
As he wasn’t drafted in the first round, Milroe will be an unrestricted free agent after four seasons in Seattle. He will not be eligible for a fifth-year option.
Milroe’s signing bonus was $1,193,479, while his annual earnings will be $1,565,260.
Milroe’s NIL Deals and Valuation
Jalen Milroe’s NIL valuation was estimated at $2.5 million by On3sports, ranking him fourth among all college football players in 2024. He was the highest-earning player on the Alabama roster, securing deals with brands like EA Sports, Rhoback, Beats by Dre, and Six Star Pro Nutrition.
Milroe also shared an ad on his Instagram while partnering with Armani Beauty. He was promoting their latest cologne with the caption, ‘On the field and off, it’s about making a statement.’
The Alabama quarterback has 371,000 followers on Instagram and over 30,000 on X.
After being selected with the 92nd overall pick in the third round, Milroe will join a quarterback room that includes Sam Darnold and Drew Lock. Following Milroe’s selection, the Seahawks traded Sam Howell to the Minnesota Vikings, reducing their QB group to three.
Milroe is not expected to play right away. As a project quarterback, he will need time to learn and develop. His inconsistencies throwing the football and causing turnovers will need to be ironed out, but in the right system, he has a chance to be an electric talent in the NFL.
Sam Darnold is likely to be the Seahawks’ starter in 2024, and possibly beyond, before Seattle shifts its focus to the rookie. The franchise will want to evaluate Milroe within the next couple of years, as they’ll need to make a decision on his contract extension by his third season, ahead of his potential free agency at the end of year four.
Preview for Chiefs vs. Seahawks Preseason Week 2 Game
The Chiefs come into preseason Week 2 after a 20-17 loss to the Arizona Cardinals. Patrick Mahomes threw just one pass in that game, and he is not expected to play on Friday night against the Seahawks.
In the two-time NFL MVP’s absence, Gardner Minshew and Bailey Zappe will have opportunities to solidify their spots as the QB2 and QB3 on the team, respectively. The Chiefs begin their regular season in Brazil against the Los Angeles Chargers.
The Seahawks tied their first preseason game 23-23 against the Las Vegas Raiders. Sam Darnold did not play last week, but Jalen Milroe got some valuable playing time to showcase his talent.
The rookie quarterback completed 6 of 10 passes for 61 yards and rushed for 38 yards on three carries. Drew Lock, who is currently the Seahawks’ QB2, threw for 147 yards, one touchdown, and an interception last week against the Raiders.
