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NFL Star Quits $17M Deal for Tech Startup
16 Mar
Summary
- Bryce Huff retired at 27, foregoing a $17 million contract.
- He founded Naberstone to combat lithium-ion battery fires.
- Huff earned over $30 million in his NFL career.
Bryce Huff announced his retirement from the NFL on March 13, 2026, at the age of 27. This decision came as a surprise, especially given his potential to earn approximately $17 million in the upcoming season. Instead of continuing his football career, Huff has chosen to pivot his energy towards a technology venture.
Huff has launched a company named Naberstone, co-founded with his brother Jordan Huff. This startup is dedicated to developing solutions for lithium-ion battery fire risks, a growing concern with the proliferation of electric vehicles and electronics. Huff stated that current fire suppression technology is insufficient for these types of fires.
His decision to retire is financially supported by his NFL career earnings, which have surpassed $30 million, with an estimated net worth between $15 million and $20 million. Prior to this, Huff played for the San Francisco 49ers and the NY Jets, and signed a significant contract with the Philadelphia Eagles in 2024. He also won a championship ring in Super Bowl LIX with Philadelphia.
