Gerald Everett facts for kids
Everett with the Rams in 2018
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| Position: | Tight end | ||||||
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| Born: | June 25, 1994 Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. |
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| Height: | 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) | ||||||
| Weight: | 250 lb (113 kg) | ||||||
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| High school: | Columbia (Decatur, Georgia) | ||||||
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| NFL Draft: | 2017 / Round: 2 / Pick: 44 | ||||||
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| Roster status: | Active | ||||||
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Gerald Rashard Everett is an American professional football player. He was born on June 25, 1994. He plays as a tight end for the Chicago Bears in the National Football League (NFL). Before joining the NFL, he played college football at South Alabama. The Los Angeles Rams chose him in the second round of the 2017 NFL draft.
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Early Life and High School Sports
Gerald Everett grew up in Atlanta, Georgia. He went to Columbia High School in Decatur, Georgia. As a kid, he played youth sports at Gresham Park Recreation Complex.
He was a talented athlete in high school. He played high school basketball for three seasons. He also ran track for his school team, the Eagles. Interestingly, he didn't start playing football until his senior year of high school.
College Football Journey
Gerald Everett's college football path was quite interesting. He first attended Hutchinson Community College in 2013. Then, in 2014, he went to the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB).
After the UAB football program closed down, he moved to the University of South Alabama in 2015. There, he played for coach Joey Jones's South Alabama Jaguars football team. He played for them during the 2015 and 2016 seasons.
Everett's Performance at South Alabama
During his two years at South Alabama, Gerald Everett showed great skill.
- In 2015, he caught 41 passes for 575 yards. He also scored eight touchdowns.
- His excellent play earned him a spot on the first-team All-Sun Belt list as a junior.
- In 2016, his senior year, he had 49 catches for 717 yards and four touchdowns.
His strong performance led to an invitation to the Senior Bowl, a special game for top college players.
Becoming a Professional Football Player
Before the NFL draft, Gerald Everett was invited to the Senior Bowl. This game helps show off college players to NFL teams. He caught one pass for six yards in the game.
He also took part in the NFL Combine. This is where players do different drills to show their speed, strength, and agility. Experts thought he would be picked in the second or third round of the draft. Many saw him as one of the best tight ends available.
Joining the Los Angeles Rams
In the 2017 NFL draft, the Los Angeles Rams chose Gerald Everett. He was the 44th player picked overall, in the second round. He was the fourth tight end chosen in that draft. He was also the very first player ever drafted from the University of South Alabama.
On June 13, 2017, Everett signed a four-year contract with the Rams. This was a big step in his professional career.
Rookie Season Highlights (2017)
Gerald Everett made his NFL debut against the Indianapolis Colts. He caught his first NFL pass, a 39-yard throw from quarterback Jared Goff. The Rams won that game 46–9. In his next game, he caught three passes for 95 yards against the Washington Redskins.
On October 15, 2017, he scored his first NFL touchdown. It was a four-yard catch from Jared Goff against the Jacksonville Jaguars. He finished his first year with 16 catches for 244 yards and two touchdowns. He also played in his first playoff game against the Atlanta Falcons.
Continued Success with the Rams (2018-2020)
In 2018, Everett played a big role in a high-scoring game against the Kansas City Chiefs. He caught two touchdowns in the fourth quarter, helping the Rams win 54–51. That season, he had 33 catches for 320 yards and three touchdowns. He also played in the NFC Championship game, helping the Rams win against the New Orleans Saints. He played in Super Bowl LIII but the Rams lost to the New England Patriots.
In 2019, he had his first game with over 100 receiving yards. He caught passes for 136 yards against the Seattle Seahawks. For the season, he had 37 catches for 408 yards and two touchdowns.
In 2020, Everett scored his first career rushing touchdown. This happened in a game against the New York Giants. He finished the 2020 season with 41 catches for 417 yards and one touchdown.
Moving to the Seattle Seahawks (2021)
On March 21, 2021, Gerald Everett signed a one-year contract with the Seattle Seahawks. He played in 15 games for them. He had a career-high 48 catches for 478 yards. He also scored four touchdowns that season.
Playing for the Los Angeles Chargers (2022-2023)
On March 22, 2022, Everett signed a two-year contract with the Los Angeles Chargers. In 2022, he played in 16 games. He set new personal bests with 58 catches and 555 receiving yards. He also scored four touchdowns, matching his previous best. In a playoff game against the Jaguars, he caught six passes for 109 yards and a touchdown.
In the following season, he played in 13 games. He caught 46 passes for 376 yards and three touchdowns.
Joining the Chicago Bears (2024-Present)
On March 15, 2024, Gerald Everett signed a two-year contract with the Chicago Bears. He continues his professional football journey with this team.
Images for kids
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Everett with the Rams in 2018
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Everett at the 2016 Sun Belt Media Day
