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Terrance Knighton was born on 4 July, 1986 in Hartford, Connecticut, U.S., is an American football player and coach (born 1986). Discover Terrance Knighton's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 37 years old?

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Age 37 years old
Zodiac Sign Cancer
Born 4 July, 1986
Birthday 4 July
Birthplace Hartford, Connecticut, U.S.
Nationality United States

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Terrance Knighton Height, Weight & Measurements

At 37 years old, Terrance Knighton height is 1.91 m and Weight 161 kg.

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Height 1.91 m
Weight 161 kg
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Dating & Relationship status

He is currently single. He is not dating anyone. We don't have much information about He's past relationship and any previous engaged. According to our Database, He has no children.

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Terrance Knighton Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Terrance Knighton worth at the age of 37 years old? Terrance Knighton’s income source is mostly from being a successful Player. He is from United States. We have estimated Terrance Knighton's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2024 $1 Million - $5 Million
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Timeline

1972

He was selected in the third round (72nd overall) by the Jacksonville Jaguars, which was considered a "gamble" or a "reach" by most commentators.

Sports Illustrated's Tony Pauline described Knighton as "an athletic defensive tackle who struggles with weight issue", and who "has too much downside for a mid-third-round choice".

1986

Terrance O'Neil Knighton (born July 4, 1986) is an American football coach and former defensive tackle.

2003

He earned All-State honors from the coaches association and Hartford Courant All-Area accolades in 2003.

He was also a basketball varsity member, earning All-CCC West League honors.

2004

In 2004, he attended Milford Academy in New Berlin, New York, where he again played on both sides of the ball.

He made 70 tackles and six sacks in 2004.

Considered a three-star recruit by Rivals.com, Knighton chose Temple University after being denied admission to UCF, the only two scholarship offers he received.

As a true freshman at Temple, Knighton played in 10 games as a reserve before earning a start in the season finale at Navy.

For the year, he registered 17 tackles (10 solo), 3.5 TFLs and one forced fumble.

Knighton became a regular starter as a sophomore, and made 57 tackles (32 solo), 6.5 TFLs, three sacks, two FFs, two QBHs and four PBUs over the season.

As a junior, he finished the season with 8.5 TFL and a team-best three fumble recoveries.

2008

A team captain as a senior in 2008, Knighton finished the season with 54 tackles, including 35 solos, five break-ups, a team-best three fumble recoveries, a hurry, and blocked kick, and a sack.

He became Temple's first First Team All-MAC honoree in school history.

Despite an up-and-down career, Knighton's draft stock had risen quickly after strong workouts.

2009

He was drafted by the Jacksonville Jaguars in the third round of the 2009 NFL Draft after playing college football at Temple.

Knighton is nicknamed "Pot Roast" and "Mutton Chop" by his teammates.

Knighton was signed by the Jaguars to a four-year contract on July 31, 2009.

His contract, which includes veteran minimum salaries, plus a fourth-year escalator to $1.3 million, could reach nearly $3.32 million.

He also received a signing bonus of $843,500.

At the end of the 2009 season, Coach Jack Del Rio said, "Terrance Knighton is going to be a real good player. It wasn't an accident before the game that he was made a team captain for the game. I'm counting on him to lead the way."

2012

Knighton's career was placed in jeopardy by a serious injury to his eyeball in a bar incident on April 8, 2012.

Knighton was able to recover from the incident however, and returned to the field wearing a dark visor at all times.

On November 16, 2012, Knighton was fined $21,000 for a late hit against the Indianapolis Colts on Week 10.

He became a free agent after the 2012 season.

2013

On March 13, 2013, Knighton was signed to two-year contract by the Denver Broncos, where his former Jacksonville coach Jack Del Rio was the defensive coordinator at that time.

In his first season with Denver, Knighton recorded 31 tackles, 3 sacks, a fumble recovery and an interception.

In the AFC Championship Game, Knighton sacked Tom Brady on a crucial 4th down.

His efforts helped the Broncos enter Super Bowl XLVIII, their first postseason finals game in almost 15 years, but lost to the Seattle Seahawks 43-8.

2014

When the Broncos signed DeMarcus Ware in March 2014, Knighton changed his jersey number from 94 to 98 in order for Ware to have it.

Ware previously wore number 94 for nine seasons with the Dallas Cowboys.

2015

On March 12, 2015, Knighton signed a one-year, $4 million contract with the Washington Redskins.

He played in 15 games for the Redskins in 2015.

2016

He has also played for the Denver Broncos, Washington Redskins and spent time with the New England Patriots prior to the 2016 NFL season.

Knighton attended Windsor High School in Connecticut, where he played both tight end and defensive line, and was teammates with Chris Baker.

On March 31, 2016, Knighton signed a one-year, $4.5 million contract with the New England Patriots.

Knighton was released on August 29, 2016.

2017

On April 12, 2017, Knighton announced his retirement from the NFL to pursue a career in coaching.

2019

Knighton joined the coaching staff at Wagner in 2019 as defensive line coach.

He joined the Carolina Panthers coaching staff as a coaching assistant in 2021.