The incredible bet in bitcoin from 6.5 million dollars Of Russell Okunga former NFL player, has paid off, demonstrating his foresight in the cryptocurrency space. Reporting the news is The Athlete Lifestyle.
In 2020, the former Carolina Panthers offensive tackle became the first player in NFL history to be paid in bitcoinconverting half of his $13 million annual salary in this cryptocurrency. This bold decision was transformative $6.5 million in 240 bitcoinsa figure that today it is worth almost 21 million dollars.
At the time of the conversion, the value of bitcoin was around $27,000 per coin. However, the cryptocurrency market has seen extraordinary growth: after the recent US elections, bitcoin reached a peak of almost 90 thousand dollarsallowing Okung to triple the value of his bet.
At 36 years old and after a retirement announced in June 2023Okung can now look to the future with even greater financial security.
Okung bitcoin NFL – La carriera dell’ex offensive tackle
Okung’s professional history is equally impressive: chosen by Seattle Seahawks as the sixth overall pick in the 2010 NFL Draft, he then played for the Denver Broncos hey Los Angeles Chargersconquering two-time Pro Bowler e winning the Super Bowl with the Seahawks in 2013.
Despite the Panthers’ current difficult season, Okung’s decision to retire from football appears to have come at the right time. With i Panthers at the bottom of the rankings NFC South With a 3-7 record, Okung can enjoy his financial success and watch the NFL season as a spectator.
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