Age, Biography and Wiki
Vernon Gholston was born on 5 June, 1986 in Detroit, Michigan, U.S., is an American football player (born 1986). Discover Vernon Gholston'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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37 years old |
| Zodiac Sign |
Gemini |
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5 June, 1986 |
| Birthday |
5 June |
| Birthplace |
Detroit, Michigan, U.S. |
| Nationality |
United States
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He is a member of famous Player with the age 37 years old group.
Vernon Gholston Height, Weight & Measurements
At 37 years old, Vernon Gholston height is 1.91 m and Weight 119 kg.
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1.91 m |
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119 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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Vernon Gholston Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Vernon Gholston worth at the age of 37 years old? Vernon Gholston’s income source is mostly from being a successful Player. He is from United States. We have estimated Vernon Gholston's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.
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$1 Million - $5 Million |
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Pending |
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Under Review |
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Vernon Gholston Social Network
Timeline
Vernon Gholston (born June 5, 1986) is a former American football defensive end and linebacker.
Gholston attended Ohio State University, redshirting in 2005 after suffering a broken left hand in the season opener.
In his freshman season he played defensive end, though recruited as a linebacker.
He eventually moved up to the number 2 spot behind Mike Kudla.
In 2006, he earned Second-team All-Big Ten honors from both the league's coaches and the media while starting 13 games.
Gholston had 49 tackles and his 18 tackles behind the line of scrimmage, which led the team, included 7.5 quarterback sacks, which ranked second on the team.
He also intercepted his first pass in the win over Bowling Green.
On November 3, 2007, Gholston tied two Ohio State team records for quarterback sacks in a game when he dropped Wisconsin quarterback Tyler Donovan four times for a total loss of 32 yards.
Two weeks later, he recorded three sacks against the Michigan Wolverines to lead Ohio State to its fourth consecutive win over the Wolverines.
During the 2007 season, Gholston recorded 37 tackles (15.5 for a loss) and set a school record with 14 sacks in 13 games, breaking the former record of 13 sacks in a single season set in 1995 by Mike Vrabel.
He was named All-America by Pro Football Weekly and was First-team All-Big Ten.
During his tenure at Ohio State, Gholston started 25 games.
He finished with 87 tackles (47 solo) and 30.5 stops for a loss.
He also had 22.5 sacks, which ranks sixth in school history.
He played college football at Ohio State and was selected sixth overall by the New York Jets in the 2008 NFL Draft.
Gholston was also a member of the Chicago Bears and St. Louis Rams.
As a senior at Cass Technical High School, Gholston emerged as one of the top prospects in the Midwest after registering 75 tackles, including six sacks, as a linebacker and also earning an All-State selection as an offensive guard.
Gholston declared for the 2008 NFL Draft and was projected as a top 10 pick.
He tied the highest bench press score at the NFL combine with 37 repetitions at 225 lb.
Gholston was one of two players to record a quarterback sack against two-time consensus All-American and 2008 NFL Draft number one overall selection Jake Long in Long's NCAA career.
Gholston was invited to attend the 2008 NFL Draft in New York.
He drew comparisons to Kalimba Edwards.
Gholston was selected by the New York Jets in the first round with the sixth overall pick in the 2008 NFL Draft.
He was expected to play outside linebacker in the Jets' 3–4 defense with the Jets citing his speed, strength and "long limbs," believing they had found the perfect outside pass rusher for their defense.
Gholston agreed to terms on a 5-year deal with the Jets on July 24, 2008 reportedly for $32 million, with $21 million guaranteed.
However, Gholston did not play much his rookie season after being expected to start.
He saw time mainly on special teams, totalling 13 tackles, 5 solo.
In his second year, During the 2009 season, he tallied 17 tackles (12 solo and 2 tackles for loss).
Following the 2009 season, Gholston converted from outside linebacker to his more-familiar defensive end position.
Gholston was released by New York on March 2, 2011 after three seasons with the team.
Gholston was signed to a contract by the Chicago Bears on July 29, 2011.
The Bears waived Gholston on August 29, 2011.
The St. Louis Rams signed Gholston on August 22, 2012.
The Rams waived Gholston on August 31, 2012.
His younger cousin, William, is a defensive end for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
