The NFL Draft and other sports have the rare opportunity to change the fortunes of a family not just in the immediate but for generations to come.
Even for those from well-off families, the chance of becoming a multi-millionaire overnight is life-changing. It just doesn’t affect the players themselves, however, but those around them.
That’s exactly the case for former TCU star wide receiver and brand new Los Angeles Chargers wideout Quentin Johnston and his mom.
As caught on NFL Films’ “Hey Rookie: Welcome to the NFL” television series, shortly after being selected by the Chargers last Thursday night, Johnston had a message for his mom.
“She’s going to be putting her two weeks’ notice in today. She can retire.” Johnston told everyone at his draft party. “I don’t want you working another day,” he added.
"Shout out to my mom. She can retire."
Quentin Johnston's @chargers Draft call is everything. (via @NFLFilms) @MrJohnston____#HeyRookie season finale airs tonight 9pm ET on ESPN2 pic.twitter.com/r6Ri2cVRlF
— NFL (@NFL) May 2, 2023
According to Spotrac, Johnson’s projected contract for being the 21st overall pick is expected to be four years for just shy of $14.2 million. Out of the projected $14.1 million, he’ll receive a signing bonus of $7.3 million.
This past season for TCU, Johnston recorded 60 receptions for 1,069 yards and six touchdowns. He’ll join a wide receiver room in Los Angeles that consists of Keenan Allen, Mike Williams, Joshua Palmer, and Jalen Guyton among others.
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