Montez Sweat is an American football defensive end who plays for the Chicago Bears. The Washington Redskins picked Montez Sweat in the first round of the 2019 NFL Draft, 26th overall. This was done following a remarkable performance at the NFL Combine when he established a defensive lineman record by completing the 40-yard sprint in 4.41 seconds.
His rookie season saw him make an immediate impact, collecting his first career sack against the Chicago Bears and ending the season with seven sacks. Sweat continued to perform with Washington, most notably intercepting and returning a pass for a score against the Dallas Cowboys on Thanksgiving 2020. In 2023, he became the first player in NFL history to lead two teams in sacks in a single season, finishing with 12.5 sacks.
Montez Sweat Nationality
Montez Sweat is an American by birth. He was born in Richmond, Kentucky, U.S. and is an American. Montez Sweat has set various records demonstrating his defensive skill and consistency. During high school, he helped Stephenson High achieve an incredible 9-3 record, advancing them to the round of 16 in the Georgia state playoffs.
Montez Sweat played collegiate football at Michigan State, Copiah-Lincoln Community College, and then Mississippi State. After redshirting in 2015 and moving to Copiah-Lincoln in 2016, he became a formidable force at Mississippi State. Sweat was chosen to the 2017 All-SEC football team after recording 10.5 sacks in his first season there. He followed this up with an excellent senior year, garnering All-American accolades and 12 sacks, establishing himself as one of the nation's best defensive prospects.
FAQ's on Montez Sweat Nationality
A. Montez Sweat was born on September 4, 1996.
A. Montez Sweat has one brother, Anthony and one sister, Yvette.
A. No, Montez Sweat and T’Vondre Sweat are not related.
A. Montez Sweat is 6 ft 6 in tall.
