Quick Info
| Profession | American football defensive end |
|---|---|
| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 25/06/1996 |
| Age | 30 years |
| Birthplace | Nashville, Tennessee, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer |
Latest News about Derek Barnett
23/08/2026
The Cleveland Browns signed veteran defensive end Derek Barnett to a one-year contract worth up to $5.5 million. The move came after starting defensive end Alex Wright suffered a ruptured Achilles and was placed on season-ending injured reserve. Barnett, who recorded five sacks for the Houston Texans in 2025, is expected to compete for a rotational or starting role opposite Jared Verse.
Do you like Derek Barnett?
You can vote only once.
90% like · 10% dislike
Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Derek Anthony Barnett |
|---|---|
| Summary | Derek Anthony Barnett is an American professional football defensive end. He played college football for the Tennessee Volunteers and was selected by the Philadelphia Eagles with the 14th overall pick in the 2017 NFL Draft. He later played for the Houston Texans and, in August 2026, signed with the Cleveland Browns. |
| Current Team | Cleveland Browns |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) |
|---|---|
| Weight | 259 lb (117 kg) |
| Position | Defensive end |
| Jersey Number | 97 |
Educational Qualification(s)
| High School | Brentwood Academy, Brentwood, Tennessee |
|---|---|
| College | University of Tennessee (2014-2016) |
Family
| Mother | Christine |
|---|
Career
| NFL Draft | 2017, 1st round, 14th overall pick, Philadelphia Eagles | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career History |
| ||||||
| Awards and Highlights |
| ||||||
| College Record | Set Tennessee's career sack record with 33 sacks, surpassing Reggie White | ||||||
| Career Totals (as of 2026) |
| ||||||
| Current Contract | One-year deal with the Cleveland Browns, worth up to $5.5 million (signed 23/08/2026) |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Played organized football starting in the fifth grade | |
| 2. Was rated a four-star recruit by Rivals.com | |
| 3. Recorded five sacks as a rookie during the Eagles' Super Bowl LII season |
