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So far, the Atlanta Falcons‘ 2025-26 season has been underwhelming. The 3-5 through Week 9 has been their worst start since 2020. And the biggest reason for the disappointing start has been their poor offensive production. One of the key issues in the Falcons’ offense has been WR Darnell Mooney, who has recorded only 12 receptions for 173 yards and zero touchdowns. Further, these numbers are a significant drop from his previous season, where Mooney put up 992 yards. With that said, let’s look at Darnell Mooney’s massive three-year contract and how much he has earned through his NFL career. ADVERTISEMENT What is Darnell Mooney’s Net Worth? As of 2025, Salarysport.com estimates Darnell Mooney has a net worth of around $44.6 million. This number is based on the three-year, $39 million contract he signed with the Atlanta Falcons ahead of the 2024-25 season. Before joining the Falcons as an unrestricted free agent, Mooney was part of the Chicago Bears, who drafted him in the fifth round of the 2020 NFL draft. The 28-year-old had then signed a four-year, $3,577,052 rookie contract. Darnell Mooney’s Contract Breakdown Darnell Mooney signed a three-year, $39,000,000 contract with the Atlanta Falcons, of which $26,000,000 is guaranteed, as per Spotrac. This deal includes a $15,000,000 signing bonus and an average annual salary of $13,000,000. In 2025, Mooney’s base salary is $1,500,000, alongside a restructure bonus of $7,500,000 and a workout bonus of $5,040. This contract will carry a cap hit of $8,485,040 and a dead cap value of $19,005,040. ADVERTISEMENT What is Darnell Mooney’s salary? ADVERTISEMENT Read Top Stories First From EssentiallySports Click here and check box next to EssentiallySports Darnell Mooney’s Career Earnings Through Darnell Mooney’s five-year NBA career, the 28-year-old from Gadsden, Alabama, has earned a sum of $32,781,032, as per Spotrac. While playing for the Chicago Bears, Mooney earned $5,609,756. Then, after joining the Atlanta Falcons as a free agent, the former Tulane University WR has made $27,171,276. This is a significant figure considering Darnell Mooney was a fifth-round pick and a testament to his incredible talent. ADVERTISEMENT Darnell Mooney’s College and Professional Career Darnell Mooney was born in Gadsden, Alabama, and soon grew into a two-sport athlete at Gadsden City High School. Playing football, Mooney was the wide receiver and defensive back while leading his school to a pair of state playoff appearances. He was also the point guard on the basketball team and led his team to three state playoff appearances. After being named in the Alabama Sports Writers Association Class 7A First-Team All-State in his senior season, Mooney joined Tulane University. Playing for the Green Wave, he emerged as a reliable receiver and led the team in receiving in his junior and senior years. Through this period, Darnell caught 48 passes each season and scored a total of 19 touchdowns in his college career. ADVERTISEMENT Based on these stats and a blistering 40-yard dash time of 4.38 seconds, the Chicago Bears picked Darnell Mooney with the 173rd pick in the fifth round of the 2020 NFL draft. In the Windy City, Mooney posted 213 receptions for 2,593 yards and 11 touchdowns, including a 1,055-yard season. Following his move to the Atlanta Falcons, the former Tulane WR has faced a massive regression as he has 76 receptions for 1,165 yards and 5 touchdowns across the two seasons. What are the brands endorsed by Darnell Mooney? Though there isn’t much information about Darnell Mooney’s brand endorsements, the Falcons WR has a merchandise line and a brand called Mooney World. This venture was created in partnership with AthleteXclusive. Mooney also featured in a promotion for fast food brand Chipotle alongside former teammate and current New York Jets QB Justin Fields. With the second half of the 2025-26 NFL season remaining, Darnell Mooney has a chance to redeem himself and justify his massive three-year contract. If Mooney discovers his form, the Atlanta Falcons can get back into contention in the NFC South.
