Rocco Becht’s football pedigree traces back to his father, Anthony Becht, a former NFL tight end turned professional coach and broadcaster. Anthony currently leads the St. Louis BattleHawks in the United Football League (UFL) and serves as a color commentator for the New York Jets.
A first-round selection in the 2000 NFL Draft, Becht was picked 27th overall by the Jets after playing collegiate football at West Virginia. His 11-season NFL career included stints with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, St. Louis Rams, Arizona Cardinals and Kansas City Chiefs, showcasing both longevity and success in the league.
Rocco Becht’s NFL Legacy: Exploring His Father Anthony Becht’s Wealth and Career
Though exact figures on Anthony Becht’s net worth remain undisclosed, his financial standing reflects a successful NFL tenure and post-retirement career. Becht entered the league as a first-round draft pick in 2000, signing a five-year rookie contract worth $5.55 million, which included a $1.95 million signing bonus.
His 11-season career, which spanned five teams, resulted in total earnings of $11,835,000. His final NFL contract came in 2011 with the Kansas City Chiefs—a one-year deal valued at $910,000, without any guaranteed money or signing bonus.
A former tight end at West Virginia, Becht left a strong collegiate legacy. He totaled 83 receptions for 1,173 yards and 10 touchdowns, averaging 14.1 yards per catch. He was named second-team All-Big East twice, earned team MVP honors, and served as captain. He later graduated with a marketing degree.
Now a professional coach and broadcaster, Anthony Becht leads the UFL’s St. Louis BattleHawks and works as a color commentator for the New York Jets. Although his coaching contract details remain private, his dual post-NFL roles suggest sustained financial success.
His son, Rocco Becht, continues the football legacy at Iowa State, where he recently threw for 3,120 yards and 23 touchdowns while completing 231 passes. He earned Big 12 Conference Freshman of the Year and set program records across categories. Reflecting on his son’s rise, Anthony said,
“For me, it was just really impressive as he grew throughout the season. And he set himself up for success.”
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Rocco also values giving back. He used his NIL earnings—estimated at $212,000—to support Perry Youth Football. Demonstrating his competitive mindset, he once said,
“I have a mindset where I go into every single day acting like you’re the starter, which I was. But you never know when that day comes when you have to compete.”
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