Derwin James Jr. Parents

Derwin Alonzo James Jr. is an American footballer who plays safety for the Los Angeles Chargers in the NFL. The Chargers drafted James Jr. with their 17th overall pick in the first round of the 2018 NFL Draft. James Jr. had a six-year NFL career and was selected three times for the Pro Bowl in 2018, 2021, and 2022. In 2018, he was also included in the PFWA All-Rookie Team. Over his career, he has accumulated 510 tackles, 11.5 sacks, and 8 interceptions as of Week 2 of the 2024 season. In 2022, he was also named to the Second Team All-Pro. James Jr. began his collegiate career with the University of Florida State in 2015.

As a freshman in 2015, James Jr. recorded 91 tackles and 4.5 sacks. He was named to the All-ACC Third Team, received All-American Honorable Mention, and earned Freshman All-American honors in 2015 due to his amazing performance. As a sophomore in 2016, he recorded 11 tackles and one interception. He was also selected for First-team All-American honors in 2017, the official Florida State website states. James Jr. attended Haines City High School, where he began his football career. He was rated as a five-star recruit by Rivals and was ranked as the best safety and fifth-best player overall in his class.

Who are Derwin James Jr.'s parents?

Shanita Russell and Derwin James Sr. are the parents of Derwin James Jr.

Derwin James Jr's Mother

Shanita Russell is the mother of Derwin James Jr. According to The L.A. Times, Shanita took jobs at a nursery and the local Publix before moving into her flat. She claimed she still received honours and graduated on schedule. She was forced to forgo attending college and her track career at Haines City due to her pregnancy. At Haines City, she excelled as a sprinter.

Derwin James Jr's Father

Derwin James Sr. is the father of Derwin James Jr. According to The L.A. Times, his Derwin James Jr. father also played football in college. His father was unable to make it to the professional leagues.