đ„Josh Simmons Uses His $7.31 Million Signing Bonus to Give His Mom a âFull Circle Momentâđ
Kansas City, MO â August 15, 2025
Josh Simmons, the Kansas City Chiefsâ first-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, has turned his newfound wealth into a heartfelt tribute to his mother. After a standout career as an offensive tackle at Ohio State, Simmons signed a four-year, fully guaranteed $14,675,356 contract on May 5, 2025, with a $7,312,984 signing bonus, as reported by ESPNâs Adam Schefter and confirmed by sources between May 4â6. The deal, which includes a fifth-year option for 2028, marks a milestone for the young lineman.
Simmons had a clear plan for his bonus from the moment he signed. âThe first thing Iâm doing is getting my mom a house,â he said. âShe gave me everything, and now itâs my turn to give her the life she deserves.â For Simmons, the gesture goes beyond financesâitâs a way to repay years of sacrifice from a mother who worked multiple jobs, often sacrificing her own comfort to support his dreams.

âI remember her coming home late, still checking on me, still pushing me to keep going,â Simmons shared. âThose moments stick with you. Without her, I wouldnât be here.â Raised in a household where luxuries were scarce, Simmons vowed to honor her resilience.
With assistance from a Kansas City real estate firm, Simmons purchased a $5-million home tailored to his motherâs dreams: spacious rooms, a large backyard for family gatherings, and a kitchen perfect for hosting the Sunday dinners she always wanted. When he handed her the keys and walked her through the door, the moment overwhelmed them both. His mother broke down in tears, realizing her son had fulfilled his promise. Simmons called it a âfull circle moment,â making every grueling workout and late-night study session worthwhile.
Chiefs fans embraced the story, flooding X with praise for Simmonsâ gratitude and maturity. @ChiefsPulse posted, âSimmons is already a star off the field!â The organization, too, sees his character as a sign they drafted more than just talent. As Simmons gears up for his rookie season, he remains driven by this milestone. âFootball gave me the chance to change my familyâs life,â he said. âIâm just getting startedâfor her, for my team, and for Kansas City.â
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