Sheldon Rankins is an American football defensive tackle for the Cincinnati Bengals in the NFL. The New Orleans Saints drafted him as the 12th overall pick in the first round of the 2016 NFL Draft. He has also played for the New York Jets in 2021-2022 and the Houston Texans in 2023.
After graduating from Eastside High School, the three-star prospect enrolled at the University of Louisville in 2012 and finished his collegiate career in 2015 with 103 tackles and 18 sacks. Further, he has appeared in 109 games during his tenure of eight seasons in the NFL, during which he got up 229 tackles, 29.5 sacks, one interception, three pass deflections, and five forced fumbles.
Who are Sheldon Rankins’ parents?
Sheldon Rankins’ parents are Ira and Cheryl Rankins, as per the Louisville Cardinals website. However, no information is available about their professional and personal lives. Sheldon was born on April 2, 1994, in Covington, Georgia, in the United States.
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FAQs on Sheldon Rankins
A. Sheldon Rankins' parents are Ira and Cheryl Rankins.
A. According to his latest deal, Sheldon Rankins makes an average of $12.25 million per year. As of August 2024, his career earnings were $40.85 million.
A. Sheldon Rankins stands 6 feet 2 inches tall, or 188 cm and weighs 305 pounds, or 138 kg.
A. Since 2016, Sheldon Rankins has played with the New Orleans Saints, New York Jets, Houston Texans, and Cincinnati Bengals.
A. Sheldon Rankins plays as a defensive tackle in the NFL.
A. Sheldon Rankins was drafted in the first round of the 2016 NFL Draft by the New Orleans Saints.
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