Cody Simon parents

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Cody Simon parents.
Cody Simon. Source: Getty

Cody Simon is a linebacker who has played for the Ohio State Buckeyes football program since 2020. He is among the 329 draft prospects invited to the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine. A native of Jersey City, New Jersey, Simon attended St. Peter's Preparatory School. As a junior in 2018, he recorded 89 tackles, 13.5 for loss, 4.5 sacks, an interception, a forced fumble, and two fumble recoveries. He was ranked the No. 3 player in New Jersey and the No. 9 outside linebacker nationally. Over his college career, Simon appeared in 57 games for Ohio State. As a freshman in 2020, he primarily played on special teams, recording four tackles. In 2021, he accumulated 54 tackles, 3 for loss, a sack, and an interception. The following year, he had 32 tackles, 6 for loss, two sacks, a pass deflection, and a forced fumble.

In 2024, he was named a team captain, earned first-team All-Big Ten Conference honors, and received the Bill Willis Block "O" jersey for leadership. He led the team with 112 tackles and was named defensive player of the game in the Rose Bowl win over Oregon. He repeated the same feat during the CFP National Championship win over Notre Dame. Simon recorded 38 tackles across four CFP games, including 12 vs. Tennessee, 11 vs. Oregon, seven vs. Texas, and eight vs. Notre Dame.

Who are Cody Simon's parents?

Cody Simon's parents are Mike Simon and Amy Ellis.

​Cody Simon has an older brother, Shayne Simon, who is also a football player. Shayne played college football at Notre Dame before transferring to the University of Pittsburgh. In 2024, Shayne participated in the Buffalo Bills' NFL training camp.

Cody Simon's father

​Cody Simon's father, Mike Simon, played rugby at the United States Military Academy. (via The Columbus Dispatch)

Cody Simon's mother

Cody Simon's mother, Amy Ellis, was a track and field athlete at the University of Michigan. (via The Columbus Dispatch)

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FAQ on Cody Simon

A. Cody Simon stands 6 feet 2 inches tall, as per the NFL's official website. 

 A. Cody Simon attended St. Peter's Preparatory School in Jersey City, New Jersey.

A. Cody Simon is from Jersey City, New Jersey.

A. Cody Simon plays as a linebreaker.

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