Demani Richardson Explained

Demani Richardson
Currentteam:Carolina Panthers
Number:36
Position:Safety
Birth Date:7 October 2000
Birth Place:Waxahachie, Texas, U.S.
Height Ft:6
Height In:1
Weight Lb:215
College:Texas A&M (2019–2023)
Undraftedyear:2024
Pastteams:
Status:Active
Pfr:RichDe02

Demani Richardson (born October 7, 2000) is an American football safety for the Carolina Panthers of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at Texas A&M.

Early life and high school

Richardson grew up in Waxahachie, Texas and attended Waxahachie High School. In Richardson's high school career, he played on offense and defense. On offense, he rushed for 556 yards and seven touchdowns, while also hauling in 13 passes for 293 yards and four touchdowns. On defense, he tallied 72 tackles with seven being for a loss, one sack, three pass deflections, five interceptions, and two fumble recoveries.[1] Richardson committed to play college football at Texas A&M.[2] [3]

College career

In week six of the 2019 season, Richardson picked off quarterback Tua Tagovailoa in the red zone for his first career interceptions, and Tua's first in the 2019 season, but the Aggies lost 48–27 against Alabama.[4] Richardson finished the 2019 campaign with 71 tackles with 0.5 going for a loss, and 0.5 sacks, two pass deflections, an interception, and a forced fumble.[5] For his performance, Richardson was named to the SEC all-freshman team.[6] Richardson started the 2020 season strong, as in week one he totalled seven tackles and an interception in Texas A&M's 17–12 win over Vanderbilt.[7] Richardson finished the 2020 season with 36 tackles with 2.5 going for a loss, a pass deflection, and an interception.[8] In week six of the 2021 season, Richardson picked off quarterback Bryce Young in the endzone, helping Texas A&M upset

  1. 1 Alabama
41–38.[9] [10] In week eleven, Richardson posted 13 tackles in a loss to Ole Miss.[11] Richardson finished the 2021 season with 65 tackles with 6.5 going for a loss, 2.5 sacks, three pass deflections, an interception, and a forced fumble.[12] For his performance, Richardson was named third-team all-SEC by Pro Football Focus.[13]

Richardson got off to a good start in the 2022 season, as in week four he returned a fumble 82 yards for a touchdown, as he helped Texas A&M beat

  1. 10 Arkansas
23–21.[14] In Texas A&M's season finale, Richardson returned a fumble for a touchdown to give Texas A&M the lead, as he would help the Aggies upset
  1. 5 LSU
38–23. For his performance, Richardson was named the SEC co-defensive player of the week.[15] [16] Richardson finished the 2022 season with 73 tackles with 2.5 being for a loss, five pass deflections, an interception, two fumble recoveries, a forced fumbles, and two touchdowns.[17] Instead of opting for the 2023 NFL draft, Richardson decided to return to Texas A&M for his final year.[18] Richardson was named preseason second-team all-SEC.[19] He would also be named a third-team preseason All-American by Athlon Sports.[20] Richardson was also named to the Jim Thorpe Award watch list, which is awarded to the nation's best defensive back.[21]

Professional career

Richardson signed with the Carolina Panthers as an undrafted free agent on May 10, 2024.[22]

External links

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Demani Richardson Football Stats . MaxPreps.com . 16 August 2023.
  2. Web site: Holland . EJ . May 9, 2018 . Four-star Waxahachie DB Demani Richardson opens up on his commitment to Texas A&M, Aggies' future . 16 August 2023 . The Dallas Morning News.
  3. Web site: Wilkerson . William . May 29, 2018 . DFW Elite: Do-it-all athlete committed to Aggies, but others trying to lure him away . 16 August 2023 . Fort Worth Star-Telegram.
  4. Web site: Byington . Alex . 3 takeaways as top-ranked Alabama football rolls over No. 21 Texas A&M . The Montgomery Adviser . 16 August 2023.
  5. Web site: Demani Richardson 2019 Game Logs . Sports Reference . 16 August 2023.
  6. Web site: Passwaters . Mark . Four Aggies named to SEC All-Freshman team . Rivals.com . 16 August 2023.
  7. Web site: Wilson . John . Aggies start season with 17-12 win over Vanderbilt . KBTX . 16 August 2023.
  8. Web site: Demani Richardson 2020 Game Logs . Sports Reference . 16 August 2023.
  9. Web site: Farner . Keith . Demani Richardson makes TD-saving pick, gives Texas A&M more momentum . Saturday Down South . 16 August 2023.
  10. Web site: Hall . Erik . No. 1 Alabama vs. Texas A&M Aggies college football video highlights, final score . Tuscaloosa News . 16 August 2023.
  11. Web site: Tarpley . Jeff . Texas A&M-Ole Miss Game notes: Aggies hit some milestones . 247Sports . 16 August 2023.
  12. Web site: Demani Richardson 2021 Game Logs . Sports Reference . 16 August 2023.
  13. Web site: The 2021 College Football All-SEC Team . PFF . 16 August 2023.
  14. Web site: Achane Leads No. 23 Texas A&M Past No. 10 Arkansas, 23-21 . NBCDWF . 16 August 2023.
  15. Web site: Riley . Koki . LSU football embarrassed by Texas A&M, College Football Playoff hopes dashed . The Daily Advertiser . 16 August 2023.
  16. Web site: Week 13: Football Players of the Week . SEC . 16 August 2023.
  17. Web site: Demani Richardson 2022 Game Logs . Sports Reference . 16 August 2023.
  18. Web site: White . Luke . Demani Richardson opts to return for 2023 season . The Battalion . 16 August 2023.
  19. Web site: Backus . Will . 2023 Preseason All-SEC football teams: Georgia and Alabama lead the way with 16 selections each . CBS Sports . 16 August 2023.
  20. Web site: Lassan . Steven . 2023 College Football Preseason All-America Team . Athlon Sports . 16 August 2023.
  21. Web site: Thompson . Cole . Aggies Safety Demani Richardson Named To Jim Thorpe Award Preseason Watch List . Sports Illustrated . 16 August 2023.
  22. Web site: Panthers make roster moves, including signing 19 undrafted free agents. Gantt, Darin. Panthers.com. May 10, 2024.