Sheldon Alan Richardson famed as Sheldon Richardson is is an American football defensive tackle for the Minnesota Vikings of the National Football League (NFL). He was drafted by the New York Jets in the first round of the 2013 NFL Draft. The 28 years old player was awarded the NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year in 2013. He has also played for the Seattle Seahawks. In his senior season, USA Today recognized Richardson as a high school All-American.
Sheldon Richardson intends to sign with Browns
Former Minnesota Vikings defensive tackle Sheldon Richardson plans to sign a three year deal with the Cleveland Browns in a three year deal worth $39 million, including $21.5 million guaranteed.
Sheldon Richardson's Birth Facts, Family, Childhood, Nationality, Birthday, Siblings, Bio, Wiki and More
On 29th November 1990, Richardson was born with the birth name of Sheldon Alan Richardson in St. Louis, Missouri. At present, his age is 28 but his age will be 29 on his upcoming birthday in November as of 2019. He was born to Michael Richardson and Zelda Richardson. His nationality is American. His ethnicity is African-American. His horoscope sign is Sagittarius and his religion is christian. Regarding his siblings, he has a brother named Shaun Richardson.
Concerning his education, he attended Gateway Institute of Technology High School in St. Louis, where he played for the Gateway Jaguars high school football team. He recorded 88 tackles and 19 quarterback sacks while adding seven fumble recoveries, five forced fumbles, and one interception. Later, he attended the College of the Sequoias in Visalia, California for two years. Then, for his sophomore year, he transferred to the University of Missouri, where he played for coach Gary Pinkel's Missouri Tigers football team in 2011 and 2012.
Body Measurement of Sheldon Richardson
Sheldon Richardson is a very good looking and attractive player with the perfect body feature. He has a tall height of 6 ft 3 in or 1.91 m. His balanced weight consists of 134 Kg or 295 lb. His body build is Athletic. His other body measurement has not been published yet but it will be updated quickly. With his glowing smile, he attracts a lot of people towards him.
How Sheldon Richardson began his career? Where is he now?
- Sheldon Richardson agreed to a four-year $10.05 million contract with New York Jets on 25th July 2013 and made his debut the following month. He was named the starting defensive end in the 2013 season.
- He was ranked as the second-best defensive tackle in the draft by NFL analyst Mike Mayock.
- In the month of November, he managed to win the NFL Rookie of the Month.
- His career awards and highlights are worth to watch for upcoming players.
- He played 16 games (started 15) in 2013 making 78 tackles, a pass defended, a forced fumble, 3.5 sacks, and 2 rushing touchdowns.
- He was fined $8,268 for his role in an end zone fracas during Week 2 against the Green Bay Packers on 20th September 2014.
- He was suspended for the first four games of the 2015 regular season due to failing the league's substance abuse policy related to marijuana on 2nd July 2015.
- He was activated by the team on October 12, 2015.
- Then, he was traded to the Seattle Seahawks on 1st September 2017 and made his Seattle Seahawks debut in their season-opening 9-17 loss to the Green Bay Packers where he recorded four solo tackles.
- He signed a one-year contract with the Minnesota Vikings on 16th March 2018.
Marital Status, Children, Girlfriend, Dating History
Sheldon Richardson is not married yet but he is in a relationship with Sydnie Green for a long time. The pair began dating since 2013 and are still together. Though the couple isn't yet married, they have a daughter together named Riely Rose Richardson born on 28 July 2016. The couple is living a happy life without any problems and disturbances. They are enjoying their life a lot.
Who is Sydnie Green?
Sydnie Green is a student of the University of Houston and is a professional soccer player.
Net Worth, Salary and Source of earning
The net worth of this famous football player is estimated to have $8 Million as of 2019. His primary source of earning is from his football career. His salary is estimated to have $5.4 Million. He is satisfied with his earning. He is living a luxurious life with his girlfriend and his daughter.
More info about his life and bio can be taken from Wiki.
