Blake Proehl is an American football player turned music recording artist seen on American Idol, have a look at his net worth and songs
Find out more about him and his journey.
Blake Proehl, who won a golden ticket to the next round of American Idol, is making waves on the program. He showcased his singing talents with a performance of Brett Young’s “In Case You Didn’t Know.”
Who is ex-NFL player Blake Proehl on American Idol 2024, bio, age, height, parents, wife, songs and net worth
Former ECU WR, Blake Proehl, will be on American Idol this season.
(He’s gonna win the whole thing) pic.twitter.com/PxJbnBNZSs
— Barstool ECU (@barstoolecu) February 14, 2024
Despite a background in football, where he played for East Carolina and signed with the Vikings post-2021 NFL Draft, a torn ACL during training camp led him to miss an entire season. Blake was unfazed and dedicated his free time to his musical endeavors. Returning to the football field in 2022, he faced challenges with the Vikings, spending the season on the practice squad.
Blake Proehl disclosed in his ‘American Idol’ audition that he overcame medical professionals’ concerns over his capacity to run after an injury. He put his NFL dreams into waiting for the audition and turned his passion for music into a full-time endeavor.
Credits for his musical journey go to his grandmother, whom he brought along during the auditions. Blake’s emotionally charged performance garnered praise from judges Katy Perry, Lionel Richie, and Luke Bryan, making him an internet sensation and affirming his musical path.
Due to this, he has recently become the talk of the town, with many people trying to find out more about him. So, let’s find out everything about him:
Who is Blake Proehl?
Blake Proehl is an American football wide receiver and renowned music recording artist. He has been in the news because he is currently basking on his huge popularity due to his appearance on American Idol.
He was born on 12th January 1999 in Greensboro, North Carolina, U.S. Ricky Proehl, his father, was an NFL wide receiver for 17 seasons, and Austin Proehl, his brother, was a player with the New York Giants before being released on August 16, 2022.
Raised in Charlotte, North Carolina, Blake Proehl went to Providence High School to complete his schooling, Afterwards, he enrolled at East Carolina University and became involved with the collegiate football club, the East Carolina Pirates.
His height is 6 feet 1 inches or 1.85 meters and his weight is 190 lbs or 86 kg. He is currently 25 years old. He is single and unmarried.
Blake made $568,000 during his NFL career in two years in Minnesota and his net worth is between $1 and $2 million, most of which he earned while playing in the NFL.
His career
After an outstanding senior season, Blake Proehl signed a four-year contract with the East Carolina Pirates.
As a true freshman, Proehl experienced a setback and had to redshirt due to medical reasons; nevertheless, he performed exceptionally well in his junior year and attracted interest from the NFL Draft in 2021. His professional journey with the Minnesota Vikings faced early challenges due to injuries, leading to roster movements and adaptations.
In 2021, while recovering from a knee injury, Blake Proehl developed a love for music, which led to the creation of a viral video in addition to his football endeavors. His first single, “Falling Into You,” which included collaborations with up-and-coming composers, was released in March 2022.
Proehl demonstrated his adaptability in the 22nd season of American Idol, when his audition on February 18, 2024, won over the judges and sent him to the Hollywood rounds.
The net worth of Blake Proehl
Blake Proehl’s projected net worth as of January 2024 is $1–2 million.