Todd Heap facts for kids
Heap with the Ravens in 2006
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| Position: | Tight end | ||||||
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| Born: | March 16, 1980 Mesa, Arizona, U.S. |
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| Height: | 6 ft 5 in (1.96 m) | ||||||
| Weight: | 252 lb (114 kg) | ||||||
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| High school: | Mountain View (Mesa) | ||||||
| College: | Arizona State (1998–2000) | ||||||
| NFL Draft: | 2001 / Round: 1 / Pick: 31 | ||||||
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Todd Benjamin Heap (born March 16, 1980) is a former professional football player from the United States. He played as a tight end for 12 seasons in the National Football League (NFL). He is best known for his time with the Baltimore Ravens.
Todd Heap was chosen for the Pro Bowl twice while playing for the Ravens. In 2003, he was named second-team All-Pro, which means he was one of the best players in his position that year. After playing college football at Arizona State University, he was drafted by the Ravens in 2001. He played ten years for the Ravens, becoming their all-time leader in touchdown catches. He also ranked second in total receptions and receiving yards for the team. Later, he played two years for the Arizona Cardinals from 2011 to 2012.
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Early Life and High School Sports
Todd Heap grew up in Mesa, Arizona, and graduated from Mountain View High School in 1998. He was a talented athlete, playing three years of football, three years of basketball, and two years of baseball.
Todd helped his high school football team win two state championships in a row in 1996 and 1997. Both years, the team was undefeated. He also helped his basketball and baseball teams win state championships in his senior year. During his high school football career, Todd received many awards. He broke several school records, including most career receiving yards (1,377) and most career receptions (87).
College Football Career
Todd Heap played college football at Arizona State University. He studied pre-business. During his time there, he set a new school record for tight ends with 115 receptions. This broke the previous record held by Ken Dyer.
In 1999, he had 55 catches for 832 yards and three touchdowns. The next year, in 2000, he made 45 catches for 617 yards and three touchdowns.
Professional Football Career
Playing for the Baltimore Ravens
The Baltimore Ravens picked Todd Heap in the first round of the 2001 NFL draft. He was the 31st player chosen overall. In his first year, he played in 12 games and caught 16 passes for 206 yards and one touchdown. He learned a lot from veteran player Shannon Sharpe.
In 2002, Todd became the main starting tight end for the Ravens. He had a great season, catching 68 passes for 836 yards and six touchdowns. This performance earned him his first Pro Bowl selection. The next year, in 2003, he caught 57 passes for 693 yards and three touchdowns. He was chosen for the Pro Bowl again. The Ravens also won their division, the AFC North, for the first time that year.
In 2004, Todd was injured early in the season but returned later. He finished that year with 303 yards and three touchdowns in six games. He came back strong in 2005, catching 75 passes for 855 yards and seven touchdowns.
The 2006 season was one of the Ravens' best, as they won the AFC North with a 13–3 record. Todd caught 73 passes for 765 yards and six touchdowns. He missed many games in 2007 due to injury. In 2008, he helped the Ravens reach the AFC Championship Game.
Despite playing with injuries in 2009, Todd had 53 receptions for 593 yards and six touchdowns. In 2010, he had one of his best seasons, with 40 receptions for 599 yards and five touchdowns in 13 games. One of these was a career-long 65-yard touchdown. On July 28, 2011, the Ravens released him.
Time with the Arizona Cardinals
On July 31, 2011, Todd Heap signed a two-year contract with the Arizona Cardinals. He played in 12 games for the Cardinals, catching 32 passes for 377 yards and one touchdown. In 2012, he was injured early in the season and did not play for the rest of the year. He was released by the Cardinals in December 2012.
Retirement from Football
Todd Heap retired from professional football in 2013. On May 13, 2014, the Baltimore Ravens announced that he would be added to the team's Ring of Honor. This is a special award for players who have made a big impact on the team.
In 2017, Todd joined the Ravens' radio broadcast team. He worked as a color analyst for some regular-season games, helping to explain the game to listeners.
Personal Life
Todd Heap and his wife Ashley have five children.
Todd is one of six children in his family. His mother is a cousin of former NFL player Danny White. His great-uncle Verl also played basketball at Arizona State University.
Todd is a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Images for kids
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Heap with the Ravens in 2006
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Johnathan Joseph and Todd Heap in 2006
See also
In Spanish: Todd Heap para niños
