Jimmy garoppolo net worth and biography
Jimmy Garoppolo Net Worth:
Jimmy Garoppolo's net worth is estimated to be around $40 million. His net worth comes from his successful NFL career as a quarterback, endorsement deals, and other business ventures.
Biography:
Jimmy Garoppolo was born on November 2, 1989, in Arlington Heights, Illinois. He grew up in a sports-loving family and was an athletic child, playing multiple sports including football, basketball, and baseball.
Garoppolo attended Rolling Meadows High School in Rolling Meadows, Illinois, where he was a standout quarterback and led his team to a state championship in 2007. He was a three-star recruit and received scholarship offers from several colleges, ultimately choosing to attend the University of Eastern Illinois.
At Eastern Illinois, Garoppolo had a successful college career, throwing for over 9,000 yards and 59 touchdowns in three seasons. He was a two-time Ohio Valley Conference (OVC) Player of the Year and led the Panthers to two FCS playoff appearances.
The San Francisco 49ers selected Garoppolo in the second round (62nd overall) of the 2014 NFL Draft. He spent two seasons as a backup quarterback behind Tom Brady in New England before being traded to the 49ers in 2017.
Garoppolo's breakout season came in 2017, when he led the 49ers to a 6-0 start and threw for over 1,000 yards in his first five starts. He suffered a season-ending knee injury in Week 3, but returned in 2018 to lead the 49ers to a 4-12 record.
In 2019, Garoppolo led the 49ers to a 13-3 record and a Super Bowl appearance, where they lost to the Kansas City Chiefs. He has been the 49ers' starting quarterback since 2017 and has thrown for over 10,000 yards in his career.
Endorsements and Business Ventures:
Garoppolo has endorsement deals with several major brands, including:
- Nike: Garoppolo has a multi-year deal with Nike, which includes a signature shoe line and apparel partnership.
- Gatorade: Garoppolo has been a Gatorade athlete since 2018 and has appeared in several commercials and promotional campaigns.
- Beats Electronics: Garoppolo has a partnership with Beats Electronics, which includes a custom-designed pair of headphones.
- Oakley: Garoppolo has a partnership with Oakley, which includes a line of sunglasses and eyewear.
Garoppolo has also invested in several businesses, including:
- A restaurant in San Francisco called "The Garoppolo Grill"
- A wine label called "Garoppolo Vineyards"
- A real estate investment company called "Garoppolo Properties"
Personal Life:
Garoppolo is known for his laid-back and humble personality. He is a private person and keeps his personal life out of the spotlight. He has been linked to several celebrities, including actress Emma Stone and model Katharine McPhee.
Garoppolo is a devout Catholic and has been involved in several charitable initiatives, including working with the Boys and Girls Clubs of America and the United Way. He is also a supporter of the Make-A-Wish Foundation and has granted several wishes for children with life-threatening illnesses.