Netflix star Wes Saunders, known for his role in the survival series Outlast: The Jungle, boasts an impressive net worth stemming from his successful sports career. The 37-year-old former American football player is among the top earners on the show, competing for a $1 million prize in the Panamanian jungle.
Wes Saunders' Net Worth
Wes Saunders has an estimated net worth of approximately $1.5 million, according to various reports. Spotrac suggests he earned around $1.2 million solely from his NFL contracts, excluding additional income from endorsements and other ventures. However, other sources, such as The Tab, estimate his net worth could be as high as $5 million. Regardless, he stands out as one of the wealthiest contestants on the Netflix series.
NFL Career Highlights
Saunders began his NFL journey in July 2011 as an undrafted free agent with the Pittsburgh Steelers. He secured a spot on the official 53-man roster by September of that year. In 2012, he moved to the Indianapolis Colts after serving a suspension for violating the NFL's substance-abuse policy during his time with the Steelers. The violation stemmed from a positive test for Adderall, a stimulant commonly used to treat attention deficit disorders.
Despite early setbacks, Saunders earned substantial wages from his football career, contributing to his current financial standing.
Outlast: The Jungle Competition
The series features 16 strangers dropped into the Panamanian jungle with minimal supplies, competing for a $1 million prize. The remaining contestants include Sarah Awad, Abby Chu, Morgan Colburn, Braxton Fish, Pharaoh Gayles, Nikki Hru, Maddy Jones, Leiya Pillitteri, and Wes Saunders. The winner has yet to be crowned, with the finale airing on Wednesday, June 17.
Showrunner Mike Odair described this season as one of the most dynamic yet, noting that the shift from Alaska's frozen isolation to Panama's heat and volatility transformed the survival, strategy, and social dynamics. The first six episodes are available for streaming on Netflix.
