Melvin Ingram

What is Melvin Ingram’s net worth?

Net Worth:

$22 Million

Age:

33 years old

Born:

April 26, 1989

Gender:

Male

Height:

1.88 m (6 ft 2 in)

Country of Origin:

United States of America

Source of Wealth:

Professional NFL Player

Last Updated:

November, 2022

Melvin Ingram III is an American football player who goes by the moniker Melvin Ingram. Ingram is a defensive end on the field. After that, he was picked in the first round of the 2012 NFL Draft by the San Diego Chargers (now Los Angeles Chargers).

He played for the Chargers for nine seasons and was named to the Pro Bowl three times. In 2021, he became a free agent, and the Pittsburgh Steelers signed him. He was a member of the University of South California football team.

How much is the net worth and salary of Melvin Ingram?

Melvin Ingram makes a living as a professional football player. Contracts, salaries, incentives, and sponsorships all contribute to his earnings. He spent 9 seasons with the Chargers after being taken in the first round of the 2012 NFL Draft. He signed a four-year, $66 million contract deal with the Chargers in June 2017.

Then he became a free agent after his contract terminated in 2021. After that, he joined the Pittsburgh Steelers. He was paid roughly $16.5 million per year by the Chargers. His current net worth is estimated to be approximately $22 million.

What is Melvin Ingram Famous For?

  • Three times named to the Pro Bowl.
Melvin Ingram played college football for the University of South Carolina. (Source: @bostonglobe)

Where is Melvin Ingram From? Nationality, Ethnicity, Age, Parents

Melvin Ingram was born on April 26, 1989, in Los Angeles, California. Melvin Ingram III is his given name. In the United States, he was born in Hamlet, North Carolina. He is a citizen of the United States of America. He was born and raised in Hamlet. Also he is of African-American ancestry and follows the Christian faith. His father, George Melvin Ingram, and mother, Nancy Ingram, gave birth to him. Monique Ingram is his younger sister. Taurus is his zodiac sign.

Ingram began playing football at Richmond Senior High School, where he received his education. As a senior linebacker, he had 87 tackles and 2.5 sacks. He committed to play college football for the University of South Carolina after graduating from college.

He began his career as a linebacker for the Gamecocks before transferring to the defensive end position. As a junior, he led the team with nine sacks. In 2011, he had ten sacks, fifteen tackles for loss, two interceptions, and three touchdowns. He was named to the Southeastern Conference’s (SEC) first team. In addition, he was chosen to the consensus All-American team.

Melvin Ingram NFL Career:

  • He declared for the NFL Draft in 2012.
  • He was drafted in the first round of the 2012 NFL Draft by the San Diego Chargers.
  • In May 2013, he tore his anterior cruciate ligament during Chargers structured team workouts. He was supposed to be out for the entire 2013 season.
  • In August 2013, he was placed on the Reserve/Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list.
  • In December 2013, he was removed from the PUP list.
  • Ingram was given the franchise tag by the Chargers in February 2017.
  • In June 2017, he agreed to a four-year contract extension worth $66 million, with $42 million guaranteed.
  • After the 2017 season, he was named to his first Pro Bowl.
  • In the divisional round of the playoffs, the Chargers were defeated by the eventual Super Bowl LIII champion New England Patriots.
  • In September 2020, he was placed on injured reserve due to a knee injury.
  • In October of 2020, he was activated.
  • In November 2020, he was placed back on injured reserve after suffering a knee injury.
  • In 2021, he became a free agent.
  • For the Chargers, he has 360 combined tackles (265 solo tackles), 49.0 sacks, 13 forced fumbles, 1 defensive touchdown, and 3 interceptions in 113 regular-season games.
  • In July 2021, the Pittsburgh Steelers signed him to a one-year contract.
Melvin Ingram selected him 18th overall in the 2012 NFL Draft. (Source: @profootballrumors)

Who is Melvin Ingram Wife? Wife, Affairs, Girlfriend, Children

Melvin Ingram has a quiet profile when it comes to his personal life. His family, wife, and marital status are all unknown. It’s unclear whether or not he’s married. He only has a kid named Prince Ingram, who was born in 2015.

How Tall is Melvin Ingram? Height and Body Measurements

Melvin Ingram is 1.88 meters tall, or 6 feet and 2 inches tall. He weighs 247 pounds, or 112 kilograms. He has a muscular physique. Although he has a straight sexual orientation.

NFL Highlights of Melvin Ingram

Here are some of the best highlights of Melvin Ingram’s career:

  • Drafted by the San Diego Chargers (2012)
  • AFC Defensive Player of the Month (2017)

What are the most famous Quotes from Melvin Ingram?

“I would think the same thing if I was a real musician and I hit me. But my music speaks for itself.” – Melvin Ingram 

“There’s definitely a different vibe because San Diego is more of a touristy place. Our game field is kind of in LA so it’s more up-tempo. LA went from two years ago not having any football teams to two so I feel like it’ll be hyped.” – Melvin Ingram 

“We’d go out to eat, go to the mall, and people used to be like “Why are you’ll doing this? I’ve been supporting you.” But I’m just here to play football. I don’t make the decisions upstairs.” – Melvin Ingram

“I expect more up-tempo and more accountability type of coaching staff. We’re holding them accountable and they’re holding us accountable. It’s all in-house. Good coaches make good players. Good players make good coaches. I feel like it’s going to be more of a winning attitude. Before, we had like more of a military school [attitude]. Now I think it’s going to be more of a “let’s get it done” attitude.” – Melvin Ingram 

Melvin Ingram’s Bio, Wiki and Facts

Celebrated Name Melvin Ingram
Age 33 Years
Nick Name Melvin
Birth Name Melvin Ingram III
Birth Date 1989-04-26
Gender Male
Profession Footballer
Place Of Birth Hamlet, North Carolina
Birth Nation United States
Nationality American
Famous For Named to Pro Bowl three times
Father George Melvin Ingram
Mother Nancy Ingram
Siblings 1
Sisters Monique Ingram
Ethnicity African-American
Religion Christianity
Horoscope Taurus
High School Richmond Senior High School
University University of South Carolina
Position Defensive End
Career Start Drafted in the 2012 NFL Draft
First Club San Diego Chargers
Current Team Pittsburgh Steelers
Jersey Number 54
Awards Named to Pro Bowl three times
Current City Pittsburgh
Marital Status Not Known
Sexual Orientation Straight
Children 1
Son Prince Ingram
Height 1.88 m (6 ft 2 in)
Weight 247 lbs (112 kg)
Body Type Athletic
Eye Color Dark Brown
Hair Color Black
Source of Wealth Football (Contracts, Salaries, Endorsements)
Salary $16.5 million
Net Worth $22 million
Links Instagram