Eli Apple (born August 9, 1995) is an American football cornerback for the Miami Dolphins of the National Football League (NFL).
He played college football at Ohio State, where he was a part of the team that won the 2015 College Football Playoff National Championship.
The New York Giants selected Eli in the first round of the 2016 NFL Draft. He has also played for the New Orleans Saints, Carolina Panthers, and Cincinnati Bengals.
You can follow Eli Apple’s net worth, salary, career earnings, contract, stats, relationship status, and more here.
Eli Apple’s Net Worth Details
Eli Apple’s net worth is estimated to be $15 million as of 2025. The Dolphins CB Apple’s prime sources of earnings are his NFL salaries, endorsements, and sponsorship deals.
Contract and Salary
In 2021, Apple signed a one-year contract with the Cincinnati Bengals worth $3,750,000, including a $1,000,000 signing bonus and an average salary of $3,750,000.
In 2023, Apple signed a one-year contract with the Miami Dolphins worth $1.6 million, which included a $500k total guarantee.
Career Earnings
As of 2023, Apple’s career earnings are $24,264,745.
| Year | Team | Salary | Signing Bonus | Roster Bonus | Workout Bonus | Incentive | Earnings |
| 2016 | NY Giants | $450,000 | $9,219,869 | – | – | – | $9,669,869 |
| 2017 | NY Giants | $1,071,757 | – | – | – | – | $1,071,757 |
| 2018 | NY Giants | $1,074,991 | – | – | – | – | $1,074,990 |
| 2018 | NO Saints | $752,493 | – | – | – | – | $752,493 |
| 2019 | NO Saints | $2,516,225 | – | – | – | – | $2,516,225 |
| 2020 | Carolina Panthers | $2,000,000 | $750,000 | $31,250 | – | $6,996 | $2,788,246 |
| 2021 | Cincinnati Bengals | $1,000,000 | – | – | $100,000 | – | $1,100,000 |
| 2022 | Cincinnati Bengals | $1,900,000 | $1,000,000 | $441,165 | $100,000 | $250,000 | $3,691,165 |
| 2023 | Miami Dolphins | $1,165,000 | $250,000 | $163,235 | – |
About Eli Apple
| Full name | Eli Apple (né Woodard) |
| Nickname | The Quiet Assassin |
| Birth date | August 9, 1995 |
| Height | 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m) |
| Birthplace | Philadelphia, PA |
| Nationality | American |
| Current net worth | $15 million |
| Relationship status | Single |
| Instagram profile | @eliapple |
He attended Eastern Regional High School in Voorhees, New Jersey. Apple was rated the top prospect in New Jersey in the 2013 class by Rivals.com and was ranked the 28th best prospect nationally.
He received about twenty scholarship offers and eventually committed to Ohio State.
College Career
Apple enrolled at Ohio State in January 2013 as a five-star prospect (ESPN 150) and was rated as high as the No. 11 prospect nationally on the ESPN 150.
He redshirted as a true freshman and played in 2014 as a redshirt freshman. He played in the 2015 Sugar Bowl and the 2015 College Football Playoff National Championship.
In his second season with the Buckeyes, he was the Defensive MVP.
NFL Career
Apple was selected by the New York Giants in the first round (10th overall) of the 2016 NFL Draft.
He signed a fully guaranteed four-year, $15.15 million contract with a signing bonus of $9.21 million.
Throughout his NFL career, Apple has played for multiple teams, including the New Orleans Saints, Carolina Panthers, and Cincinnati Bengals, before joining the Miami Dolphins.
As of Week 2, 2023, Apple has recorded 344 total tackles, 280 solo tackles, 64 assisted tackles, 3 forced fumbles, 5 fumble recoveries, and 5 interceptions.
NFL Career Statistics
| TOT | SOLO | AST | SACK | F | FR | YDS | INT | YDS | AVG | TD | LNG | PD | STF | STFYDS | KB |
| 344 | 280 | 64 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 5 | 79 | 15.8 | 0 | 29 | 53 | 7 | 11 | 0 |
FAQs
Who is Eli Apple?
Eli Apple is an American football cornerback who’s currently a free agent in the NFL. He was born in Philadelphia on August 9, 1995, and played college football at Ohio State. He’s known for his speed and ability to play press-man coverage.
What teams has Eli Apple played for in the NFL?
Apple has played for several teams in his NFL career. He started with the New York Giants (who drafted him), then played for the New Orleans Saints, Carolina Panthers, Cincinnati Bengals, and most recently, the Miami Dolphins.
When was Eli Apple drafted?
The New York Giants drafted Eli Apple in the first round of the 2016 NFL Draft. He was the 10th overall pick.
What are Eli Apple’s strengths as a player?
Apple is known for its size, speed, and ability to play press-man coverage. He’s good at jamming receivers at the line of scrimmage and can turn and run with them downfield. He’s also got the height to defend against big receivers.
Has Eli Apple won any major awards or honors?
While Apple hasn’t won any major individual NFL awards, he was part of the Ohio State team that won the 2015 College Football Playoff National Championship. He’s also been to the Super Bowl with the Cincinnati Bengals, though they didn’t win.
What’s the deal with Eli Apple’s name?
Apple was born Eli Woodard but changed his name to Eli Apple in 2012. He’s Tim Apple’s stepson, which is how he got his new last name.
Why is Eli Apple sometimes controversial?
Apple has been known to engage in trash talk on the field and on social media, which has offended some players and fans. He’s received penalties for taunting and has made some controversial comments online.
What are some of Eli Apple’s career stats?
As of the 2023 season, Apple had played 98 NFL games, recording 6 interceptions, 60 passes defended, and 350 total tackles. His best statistical season was probably 2022 with the Bengals, when he had 8 passes defended and 49 tackles.
What’s Eli Apple’s playing style?
Apple is best suited as a press-man corner, meaning he likes to play close to receivers at the line of scrimmage. He’s also played zone and off-man coverage but seems most comfortable in press-man. He’s known for his physical style of play.
What are some areas where Eli Apple needs improvement?
Scouts have noted that Apple tends to grab receivers too much, which can lead to penalties. He’s also been criticized for sometimes being slow to break on the ball in off-man and zone coverage. Some have also questioned his effort in run defense at times.
