Eric Banks (Footballer) Age, Height, Biography, Wiki, Weight, Career and More

Name Eric Banks
Birth Place Memphis, Tennessee
Home TownMemphis, Tennessee
ProfessionFootballer
PositionLeft Defender
Date of BirthJanuary 30, 1998
Age26 Years
EthnicityBlack
ParentsMother: Not Known
Father: Not Known
SiblingsNot Known
GirlfriendNot Available
WifeNot Available
Height 6 Feet 5 Inch
Weight274lbs
High SchoolEast High School
CollegeUTSA Roadrunners University
NFLArizona Cardinals
Jersey Number96

About Eric Banks

Eric Banks is an American footballer who plays for the Arizona Cardinals as a Left Defender in the National Football League (NFL). In college football, he has played for UTSA Roadrunners University.

Personal Life

Eric Banks was born on January 30, 1998, in Memphis, Tennessee. He began playing Gridiron Football in high school and has persisted in playing ever since.

High School Career

Eric Banks attended Memphis East High School in Tennessee, where he showcased his versatility on the field by playing both quarterback and defensive line. In his senior year, as a quarterback, he completed 73 out of 126 passes, accumulating 1,199 yards and tossing 10 touchdown passes. On top of his passing skills, he also contributed on the ground, scoring seven rushing touchdowns.

Banks played a pivotal role in leading his team to an impressive 12-win season and securing the Tennessee District 8-4A Championship. His dedication to sports extended beyond football, as he also participated in basketball and had the privilege of being coached by none other than Penny Hardaway. During his junior year, he helped his basketball team reach the state tournament, demonstrating his well-rounded athletic abilities.

Off the field, Eric Banks is the son of Vanessa Banks and Cory Hart. In terms of his academic pursuits, he majored in Philosophy, showing a commitment to both his education and his athletic endeavours.

College Career

During his college career at the University of Texas-San Antonio, Eric Banks made a significant impact on the football field. Over four seasons from 2016 to 2019, he appeared in a remarkable 48 games, setting a program record. Throughout his collegiate journey, he amassed impressive statistics, finishing with 81 tackles, including 52 solo tackles, 20.5 tackles for loss (TFL), 7.5 sacks, five forced fumbles, one fumble recovery, and three passes defensed.

As a senior, Banks demonstrated his leadership by starting in all 12 games. He contributed significantly with 23 tackles, 15 of which were solo tackles, along with 3.5 TFL, 3.0 sacks, three quarterback hurries, two passes defensed, one forced fumble, and a fumble recovery. His outstanding performance earned him All-Conference USA honourable mention honors.

In his junior year in 2018, Banks played in all 12 games, with three starts, accumulating 22 tackles (15 solo), five TFL, and 1.0 sack. As a sophomore, he made a significant impact in 11 contests, six of which he started. His contributions included 24 tackles, 13 of which were solo tackles, 8.5 TFL, 1.5 sacks, one pass defensed, three forced fumbles, and a quarterback hurry.

Even as a freshman in 2016, Banks showcased his potential by seeing action in all 13 games. He recorded 12 tackles, nine of which were solo tackles, 3.5 TFL, 2.0 sacks, two quarterback hurries, and one forced fumble, setting the stage for his impressive college career.

Physical Measurement

Banks stands at a height of 6 Feet 5 Inch and weighs 274 pounds.

Net Worth

According to the most up-to-date information, Eric Banks’s net worth is estimated to be approximately $143K. This figure serves as a glimpse into his financial status, taking into account various factors such as earnings from his professional career, endorsements, sponsorships, and other business ventures