Derek Brunson is the #4 rank contender in the UFC’s Middleweight division. Also known as, “the Human Blanket”, he is one of the most prominent fighters in his division.
After making a very average start, Derek (23-7) was looking like just another fighter on the roster. However, the American kept fighting and building a resume, putting some big names on his list. Currently, Brunson is one of the most consistent and in-form fighters on the roster.
Known for his grappling, and some solid wrestling, Brunson is sure to have made good money from his fights. Thus, the only question in people’s minds will be: How much did he earn? Let’s examine Derek Brunson career earnings through salary, purse, payouts, bonuses, incentive pay, sponsorship & what his net worth is.
Before we begin, here are some important things to keep in mind. Firstly, Texas State Athletic Commission does not release fighter pay, so none of the following payout data for the event is official. However, we can estimate a fighter’s pay info by looking at their previous, officially-released salaries.
Secondly, Brunson’s salary, incentive pay, and PPV revenue from his upcoming fight with Jared Cannonier are yet to be released. Hence, you can check back here for updates. With all that out of the way, let’s begin.
Derek Brunson Career Earnings
| Fighter | Result | Base Salary | Win Bonus | Performance Bonus | Incentive Pay/ Sponsorships | Total |
| Darren Till | W | $135,000 | $135,000 | $21,000 | $291,000 | |
| Kevin Holland | W | $130,000 | $130,000 | $20,000 | $280,000 | |
| Edmen Shahbazyan | W | $125,00 | $125,000 | $15,000 | $265,000 | |
| Ian Heinisch | W | $95,000 | $95,000 | $15,000 | $205,000 | |
| Elias Theodorou | W | $90,000 | $90,000 | $15,000 | $195,000 | |
| Israel Adesanya | L | $90,000 | $15,000 | $105,000 | ||
| Jacare Souza | L | $90,000 | $15,000 | $105,000 | ||
| Lyoto Machida | W | $85,000 | $85,000 | $50,000 | $10,000 | $230,000 |
| Daniel Kelly | W | $43,000 | $43,000 | $10,000 | $96,000 | |
| Anderson Silva | L | $43,000 | $10,000 | $53,000 |
| Robert Whittaker | L | $43,000 | $50,000 | $10,000 | $103,000 | |
| Uriah Hall | W | $40,000 | $40,000 | $10,000 | $90,000 | |
| Roan Carneiro | W | $31,000 | $31,000 | $10,000 | $72,000 | |
| Sam Alvey | W | $28,000 | $28,000 | $5,000 | $61,000 | |
| Ed Herman | W | $25,000 | $25,000 | $50,000 | ||
| Lorenz Larkin | W | $19,000 | $50,000 | $69,000 | ||
| Yoel Romero | L | $17,000 | $17,000 | $35,000 | ||
| Brian Houston | W | $17,000 | $17,000 | $35,000 | ||
| Chris Leben | W | $13,000 | $17,000 | $30,000 |
Total UFC Earnings: $2,429,000 ($2.4 million)
A Glance at Derek Brunson Asset Accumulation
| Name | Derek Brunson |
| Age | 38 years old (Born 1984) |
| Net Worth | $3 million |
| Status | Active |
| Salary | $291,000 (last fight vs Darren Till) |
| Source of Wealth | UFC Career, Endorsements |
| Endorsements | Reebok, Venom, Icon Meals, Real MyBookie, and more. |
| Endorsement Earnings | $500,000 |
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
| Residence | Wilmington, North Carolina, United States |
| Charities | N/A |
What is Derek Brunson Net Worth in 2022?
According to our research, Derek Brunson’s Net Worth sits at around $3 million in 2022. For the most part, Derek makes most of his killing plying his trade inside the Octagon but also from his lucrative endorsement deals. Currently, the US-based fighter is sponsored by Reebok, Venom, Icon Meals, Real MyBookie, and more.
As mentioned above, Brunson’s earnings from UFC ( includes pay, salaries, earnings, bonuses) amount to $2,429,000. However, Derek began his career fighting in Strikeforce, WEF, Xtreme Promotions, ICE, and CFP. Thus, if we take into account the prize money from these fights, Derek’s earnings from MMA amount to about $2.5 million.
With his career still blooming, the 38-year-olds influence is expected to keep increasing, making him a very marketable athlete. As such, you can expect a significant increase in Derek’s endorsement earnings in the coming years. Moreover, “the Human Blanket” will look to increase his Net Worth, even more, when he takes on Jared Cannonier at UFC 271.
