Former NFL WAG Shares What Her Husband's Salary Was Really Like

Bryce Watts Hansen is setting the record straight.

The hostess of the “NFLadies” podcast, who is wedded to ex-NFL player Chad Hansen, revealed that the lifestyle of a professional football player isn’t always as opulent as it appears, particularly in terms of handling their finances.

In a TikTok video posted on December 30th, Bryce stated that his husband used to be a free agent frequently during his career in the NFL. This meant he played for no less than eight distinct NFL teams throughout his career. Consequently, there were at least eight different contracts signed and terminated with those teams.

Whenever a contract was violated, Chad, aged 29, frequently failed to receive the stipulated sum of money.

Bryce clarified that these contracts aren’t always guaranteed. For instance, his spouse agreed to a deal, but if you get let go during the off-season, you won’t see any of the money since you haven’t played in a game or attended practice yet. Essentially, even though you’ve signed a contract with the team for future prospects, you haven’t actually worked with them enough to earn that income.

It is important to clarify that just because Chad hasn’t had a significant payout yet, it doesn’t necessarily mean he has not received substantial earnings in his career as a wide receiver for teams like the New York Jets, New England Patriots, and Atlanta Falcons.

Bryce remarked, “Regardless of whether you’re on the practice squad or the active roster, being part of a team always brings in decent funds.

Yet, this implies that due to the fact that they’ve relocated to eight distinct states during Chad’s career, they need to be careful with their money management.

Bryce explained that his husband had chosen to retire from the NFL a couple of years ago, meaning he hasn’t earned any income from it since then. The reason they could afford this lifestyle change was due to his husband’s financial savviness—though maybe not exciting, it was definitely smart. This allowed them to make decisions freely, without being constrained by money concerns.

One of the smart moves he made? Investing his money early on.

Bryce stated, “That was his initial significant investment, not a car or a house, but stocks instead.

To check in on more WAGs of NFL players, keep reading.

Hailee Steinfeld might find great suitors for a partner, but if she’s looking for someone like the two-time Pro Bowl choice from the Buffalo Bills, who by November 22, 2024, has become her fiancé, she certainly wouldn’t be making a poor decision.

As a dedicated admirer, I’d like to share that despite Josh appearing somewhat reserved in his romantic pursuits – “Still can’t believe people care about that,” he shared on Pardon My Take – he proved to be expressive when it truly mattered.

In July 2023, he and Hailee took a trip to Mexico. On September 17, she was seen attending a Bills game against the Raiders, and in October, they both attended a Buffalo Sabres game together.

In July 2024, a collection of photos posted on his Instagram revealed that the actress from Dickinson was spending time with his family, which included his parents and siblings.

He mentioned during an appearance on the “Up & Adams” show with Kay Adams in August 2024 that it was something everyone generally knew about. Briefly discussing his personal life, he expressed his admiration for Hailee, saying she was fantastic.

Therefore, the initial appearance of Josh on her Instagram was him getting down on one knee by the waterfront for a heartfelt proposal as the Quarterback.

Instead of saying “What‘s better than winning a Super Bowl?”, you could express it as “Nothing beats the joy of winning three Super Bowls, especially since it allows you and your beloved to take delightful trips to Disneyland afterwards.

Brittany Mahomes expressed to CBS News in July 2023 that she was caught off guard by the sudden surge of attention and acclaim as a result of dating the star quarterback at her high school in Whitehouse, Texas. At such an early age, she admitted that their relationship had been unexpectedly propelled into the limelight, leaving them both unprepared for the intensity of it all.

On September 1, 2020, which was the day the Chiefs received their Super Bowl LIV rings at Arrowhead Stadium, Patrick made his proposal. They got married on March 12, 2022.

The athlete shared with CBS that fatherhood to Sterling Skye, who was born on February 20, 2021, and Patrick “Bronze” Lavone Mahomes III, who came into the world on November 28, 2022, has provided him a deeper appreciation and ability to be present while enjoying the sport of football.

He shared that when his children are grown, he wants them to understand that he wasn’t absent without reason. Instead, he was away pursuing something significant, striving for greatness. That way, when they grow older, they can appreciate the effort and dedication he put into his work.

In the commencement of the 2024 NFL season, Brittany found herself expecting their third child, a baby sister for Sterling and Patrick, who were already part of the family.

On June 22, 2024, the reserved lion, known as Christen Harper, became his wife, tying the knot at the tranquil Ojai Valley Inn located in Ojai, California.

Christen, who was named Sports Illustrated Swimsuit’s co-Rookie of the Year in 2022 and a star of the web series Women of the League, shared with Fox News Digital in 2023 that she initially thought her future husband reached out to her first on the dating app Raya in 2018. However, upon revisiting their conversation history, Christen discovered that she was actually the one who initiated the conversation. So, ladies, if you’re hoping to meet someone special, don’t hesitate to make the first move because you just might be surprised—take a chance and seize the opportunity!

Meanwhile, the co-founder of the health app Planted is always there on the sidelines, enthusiastically supporting No. 16. In fact, Jared was described by Christen as an exceptional motivator, constantly encouraging her in achieving her objectives.

She expressed how much fun it was for her to root for him during his football season. However, it’s important to note that he is her most ardent supporter and the individual who stands by her the most.

In 2023, Hurts privately verified to Essence that he was in a committed relationship. The person speaking on his behalf was Bryonna Burrows, an IT specialist.

They were a couple while studying at the University of Alabama, but Hurts completed his college journey at Oklahoma and was selected in the 2020 draft. However, he shared that he had known for a long time about their future. In other words, up until this stage in his life, that sense of irreplaceability is something unique to him. It’s what likely contributed to where they are now in their relationship.

Essence subsequently got the scoop on their engagement in September.

The 262nd pick in the 2022 NFL draft was never Mr. Irrelevant to Jenna Brandt.

Meanwhile, as the San Francisco 49ers were eyeing a different prize, Brock proposed to his partner in July 2023 and they tied the knot in Des Moines, Iowa, on March 9, 2024.

While the 49ers were aiming for another trophy, Brock made a proposal in July 2023, and the couple exchanged vows in Des Moines, Iowa, on March 9, 2024.

Emily Wilkinson Mayfield has been a constant companion as Baker’s football luck fluctuated significantly for a couple of years. However, it wasn’t until 2023 that the Bucs decided to take a risk and, surprisingly, made it to the playoffs.

2017 saw Baker, a Heisman trophy winner from the University of Oklahoma, encounter Emily. Six months later, he popped the question, meaning she’s been part of his journey through all the highs and lows (and amusing State Farm commercials) since he was the first pick in the 2018 NFL draft by the Browns.

And the fairer half of the Baker & Emily Mayfield Foundation is certainly in it for the long haul.

Emily shared a heartfelt message on Instagram on July 10th, celebrating our 4-year anniversary. In these past few years, we’ve experienced remarkable growth together, and I couldn’t be more proud of the journey our marriage has taken.

2024 saw a significant period of reconstruction for them; on the 9th of April, they were blessed with their new addition, baby Kova Jade Mayfield.

In Green Bay, he’s got big shoes to fill, akin to those worn by Aaron Rodgers. However, his fiancée, Ronika Stone, is confident that Jordan will rise to the occasion and meet the challenge.

Ronika, a professional volleyball player and daughter of retired Super Bowl champion Ron Stone, wears Packers clothing with honor. Even when she and her future mother-in-law Anna Love didn’t receive special treatment at Arrowhead Stadium during an away game against the Kansas City Chiefs in 2021, she dealt with the situation tactfully and humorously.

Ronika expressed on Instagram that she had long aspired to feature on SportsCenter, although she had imagined it would be for volleyball, following a popular photo of her and Jordan’s mother seated high up in the stadium.

In June 2024, during their trip to Italy, Love realized that he had found someone he could always rely on, so he proposed to his partner.

“First step to forever,” they posted on Instagram June 23.

As a lifestyle expert, I’d put it this way: In the midst of my daily routine as a devoted dad to our five wonderful children with my lovely wife, Dana Grady Flacco, an unexpected opportunity came knocking – a chance to revitalize the Browns’ 2023-24 playoff aspirations. That opportunity was none other than Joe Flacco, the Super Bowl winner from his time with the Ravens.

As I shared with Cleveland.com prior to the playoffs, Joe’s not your typical sit-still kind of guy. He’d often ask me, “What else can I do? Let me grab you a coffee.” I swear, I must have had around seven cups every single day!

The duo, who had been a pair since their senior year at Audubon High School in New Jersey, tied the knot on June 25, 2011. They added Stephen to their family in June 2012, Daniel followed in September 2013, Francis came along in January 2015, Evelyn arrived in September 2016, and Thomas joined them in April 2018.

In a Ravens promotional video, Joe expressed that the off-season has been significantly different for him. He and his spouse often ponder their past activities as they are now so engrossed in following the team’s players.

As of now, I’m not quite done with my journey, and that’s why I inked a one-year contract with the Colts. My role will be backing up their second-year quarterback, Anthony Richardson.

Following 12 seasons as the primary offensive leader for the Lions, the team made a change at quarterback by trading with the Rams in 2021. This move meant that longtime residents of Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, Matt and Kelly Stafford were now headed to Los Angeles. In his inaugural season with his new squad, Matt successfully claimed a Super Bowl victory.

Indeed, it transpired that he carried an unexpected advantage with him – his wife’s unwavering encouragement.

Kelly revealed on TODAY following the Rams’ victory that she penned letters to her husband before every game, culminating in the big game in February 2022. “It was about how much I believed he truly deserved this win, and why I felt he merited it,” she explained. “Ultimately, what matters most is that we all have each other.”

The Staffords have been married since the 4th of April, 2015. They are proud parents to four girls: twins Chandler and Sawyer, born on March 31, 2017; Hunter Hope, born on August 16, 2018; and Tyler Hall, born on June 28, 2020.

Ciara, who tied the knot with Russ in 2016, expressed this during her 2022 interview with Sports Illustrated. She emphasized that because we have a unified perspective regarding our children, it significantly impacts our journey. In her words, “It’s crucial for us to be on the same wavelength.” She further highlighted that their kids, who have more opportunities than we did in our childhood, should remain grounded. To achieve this, she mentioned instilling values like cleaning up after themselves and understanding that life isn’t a gift but something they must work for.

In 2022, Russ made a move to the Broncos, following ten years with Seattle. Off the field, he welcomed a new teammate: his daughter Amora Princess Wilson, born in December 2023. She joined his family consisting of Future Zahir (Ciara’s son with rapper Future, born May 2019), Sienna (born April 2017), and Win (July 2020).

Following two underwhelming years in Denver, Russ has thrived this season with the Steelers, showing the form of a potential comeback player of the year. Moreover, the Steelers have added Justin Fields, a promising former Chicago Bears player, to their roster in 2024.

In September 2023, whispers about the team’s quarterback being romantically involved with Sarah Jane Ramos started, as she posted pictures showing her attending a Cowboys game alongside his sister-in-law, Holly Prescott.

In November 2023, Sarah and Dak announced on Instagram that they were expecting their first child.

Margaret Jane Rose Prescott entered the world on February 22, 2024, while Dak clinched a winning score in October.

He titled the picture of his October 18th proposal as, “Forever Yours!!!” He expressed, “The ideal friend, partner, teammate, mother, and now fiancé that anyone could wish or hope for! Thank you, God, for this blessing and our growing family! I love you.

What’s up? That’s none other than Heather Carr, a newcomer to NOLA who moved here in 2023 after her husband secured a contract with the Saints. Prior to that, he had spent nine seasons with the Oakland (now Las Vegas) Raiders.

At Fresno State, they crossed paths for the first time; Derick, giving his best shot to catch the eye of an attractive server.

Heather said to Fresno’s ABC 30, ‘I felt something like, ‘Oh no, not that again.’ In essence, she described him as a traditional football enthusiast.

However, when she intentionally provided him with an incorrect phone number, he returned to the restaurant to offer her his contact details and let her know that whenever she decided, he would answer the call. A couple of weeks down the line, she discovered that Derick was not your average guy.

They tied the knot June 29, 2012.

On some days when he returns home, he seems quiet and tired. She considers that her star quarterback needs reassurance, support, and encouragement. Is there anything I can do for you? she asks him, wanting to ensure he knows she’s always there for him.

When it was time to relocate to a different part of the country, she made sure to buy Saints merchandise in various sizes for her sons Dallas (born August 5, 2013), Deker (born March 16, 2016) and Deakon (born May 16, 2019), as well as her daughter Brooklyn (born November 30, 2020).

Sure, offensive lines are great, but it’s Julie Hampton Cousins who really has Kirk’s back.

As an over-the-moon fan, I can’t help but gush about how my beloved Kirk’s wife is absolutely flourishing in her role of nurturing him. She shared with People magazine that she adores hosting get-togethers for games, whipping up delicious meals and snacks, and meticulously planning everything from Kirk’s bodywork to ensuring we have quality time with our boys off the field. It’s a one-of-a-kind job, but she couldn’t be happier in it!

36-year-old Kirk is more towards the end than the start of his career, yet he expressed a desire to keep playing until his sons Cooper (born September 29, 2017) and Turner (born March 10, 2019) are old enough to clearly recall it and have enjoyed being a part of it.

Marissa Lawrence has been supporting her husband throughout their journey together, ever since they were at Cartersville High School in Georgia. Their photo album is filled with memories of significant moments, such as their senior prom, their wedding on April 10, 2021, Trevor being drafted first by the Jaguars shortly after their wedding, and numerous tropical vacations they’ve enjoyed since then.

In 2023, on their anniversary, Trevor expressed, “Each passing year becomes even sweeter with you, @marissa_lawrence. Two years have flown by, and we’ve created countless memories and shared so much life together. I eagerly anticipate the years ahead. My love for you grows beyond what you can imagine.

He was serious about the idea of life becoming increasingly sweet: In June, the couple announced they were expecting a new addition, whom they affectionately referred to as “Little Lawrence.

Joe first encountered Olivia Holzmacher in 2017 at Ohio State, and he maintained his performance admirably after moving to Louisiana State. There, he clinched a national championship and the Heisman Trophy with the Tigers in 2020.

When Joe was picked first by the Bengals in the NFL draft, Olivia expressed gratitude and excitement, writing, “Graceful to stand beside you Joe… eagerly anticipating the wonders the future may bring.

In 2023, it was stated by the former Bengal player known as “Pacman” Jones, that he was in a relationship. However, no evidence was presented to support this claim. As the 2024 NFL season began, the last appearance of his partner on her Instagram was on January 31, and there is debate among TikTok users about whether they are still together.

In 2024, the third overall pick in the NFL Draft arrived at Foxborough, Massachusetts, eager to take the field. However, it seems he may never have played on a real football field before, as he’s been involved with fellow North Carolina Tar Heel, Ann Michael Hudson, for nearly a decade.

For nine years, things just keep improving, I posted on Instagram October 30th. I can’t picture my life without you by my side as my dearest friend. My affection for you is beyond what words can express!

In simple terms, the player selected in the third round of the 2022 draft who eventually started for the Falcons towards the end of the season has a knack for understanding statistics.

In 2020, Desmond shared a heartfelt message about his fiancé Claire Cornett, reflecting on the incredible journey they’ve shared for four years, equivalent to 1460 days or approximately 2,102,400 minutes. Through all our ups and downs, we’ve grown stronger together, he said. He eagerly looks forward to spending an eternity with her.

On the 21st of April, 2021, the beloved couple from the University of Cincinnati presented their newborn daughter, Leighton Elizabeth Ridder, to the world (indeed, Bearcat baby clothes are available in that size). They officially got married on the 15th of July, 2022.

Son Kyland Jett arrived on Feb. 20, 2024.

On the occasion of our two-year anniversary, Desmond penned a note to Claire expressing gratitude: “Thank you for always loving me selflessly, for standing by me in both good times and bad, and for never failing to bring laughter into my life. You are simply the most wonderful wife, mother, and friend anyone could ever hope to have.

Desmond was prepared at training camp to step in as quarterback for the Arizona Cardinals, a team he joined in 2024 as backup to Kyler Murray. However, they released him, re-signed him for their practice squad. That’s where he remained until the Raiders picked him up in October.

It was only right that he should visit Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Mass., since Sophie Scott frequently went there for him. So, when the Eras Tour arrived in town, it was his turn to return the favor and go for her.

In 2021, when Mac was picked up by the New England Patriots in a draft, the college-bound couple from Alabama decided to relocate to Boston jointly.

By 2024, Mac might find himself in a new environment as he joined the Jaguars to support Trevor Lawrence, but one constant remains – the unchanged nature of his company.

Sending you warm birthday wishes, SophieScott9! You’re stunning at 25 and I can’t wait for more journeys and shared experiences with you, my dear!” (Sept. 1, 2024)

The quarterback chosen as the first pick in the 2022 NFL draft, who later got married to Amy Paternoster, a former Princeton soccer player, reported for Steelers’ training camp in 2023 as a married man. This event took place on June 24.

The couple, who started dating in 2021, honeymooned in Puerto Rico.

On February 13th, 2023, Amy’s 22nd birthday, Kenny expressed his gratitude on Instagram by saying, “I am incredibly thankful for you each day, and having the privilege to spend the rest of my life with you would be the highest honor I could ever aspire to.

I, a die-hard fan, couldn’t help but revel in the bliss of my first wedding anniversary, spent amidst the vineyards of Napa, California. But then, the thrill of football called, and it was time for Kenny to join the Philadelphia Eagles as backup to none other than Jalen Hurts.

Following the Dolphins’ decision to exercise their fifth-year contract option on him in March 2023, Tua openly confided in reporters about contemplating retirement following the challenging 2022 season that was marked by injuries.

And not least because he had so many wonderful things to stay home for.

On July 17, 2023, Tua posted a special photo for the first and only time, revealing his partner, Annah Tagovailoa. Celebrating their one-year anniversary, he expressed his love with these words: “To my stunning wife, here’s to another year of love.

Providing a seldom glimpse into his personal life, Tua shared with journalists in November 2022 that he felt grateful for his spouse and their newly born child (whom he introduced to the public during the Tua Foundation luau event held the following April).

Tua remarked, “Having a child has given me a unique perspective on life that’s unlike anything I’ve encountered before. Each person’s experience is unique, be it the birth of a boy or a girl, as there’s no standard guide for this extraordinary journey.

In summary, he mentioned, “I’m grateful to my heavenly Father for giving me a son first. Wow, I can’t help but wonder, if it were a daughter instead, I might find things a bit more challenging since I wouldn’t be as familiar with how to care for her.

As it happens, his son’s name is Ace, and he was born in the month of August 2022. Interestingly enough, Tua also welcomed a daughter recently, her name being Maisey.

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