Braxton Berrios Quick Info | |
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Height | 5 ft 9 in |
Weight | 86 kg |
Date of Birth | October 6, 1995 |
Zodiac Sign | Libra |
Eye Color | Blue |
Braxton Berrios is an American professional football player who has represented the New England Patriots (2018) and the New York Jets (2019–present) in the National Football League (NFL), as a wide receiver. He was picked 210th overall by the New England Patriots in the 6th round of the 2018 NFL Draft. With the New England Patriots, he had won Super Bowl LIII, the championship game that determined the winner of the 2018 NFL season. He was given a championship ring even though he did not play a single game during that season, due to an injury. In 2021, he was included in the First-Team All-Pro, as a kick returner. All-Pro is an honor bestowed upon professional American football players that designates the best player at each position during a given season.
Born Name
Braxton Berrios
Nick Name
There He Goes Berrios
Sun Sign
Libra
Born Place
Raleigh, North Carolina, United States
Residence
He splits his time between Miami, Florida, United States, and New York City, New York, United States.
Nationality
Education
Braxton had attended the Leesville Road High School, a comprehensive public school in his hometown of Raleigh. After his high school graduation, he had joined the University of Miami, a private research university in Coral Gables, Florida.
Under the Herbert Business School, the academic business school of the university, he graduated valedictorian with a bachelor’s degree in finance and entrepreneurship in 2017. From 2014 to 2017, he was a 4-year starter with the university’s Miami Hurricanes football team and had even captained them for a while.
Occupation
Professional American Football Player
Family
- Father – Rico Berrios
- Mother – Lee Berrios
- Siblings – Austin Berrios (Older Brother)
Position
Wide Receiver
Jersey Number
10 – New York Jets
Build
Athletic
Height
5 ft 9 in or 175 cm
Weight
86 kg or 189.5 lbs
Girlfriend / Spouse
Braxton has dated –
- Sophia Culpo (2020–2023) – Braxton began dating model and social media influencer Sophia Culpo in late 2020. Sophia is the younger sister of American fashion influencer, social media personality, and actress Olivia Culpo who had been crowned Miss USA and Miss Universe, both in 2012. In March 2023, it was revealed that they had broken up.
- Alix Earle (2023-Present) – In 2023, Braxton was rumored to be dating TikTok star Alix Earle. In July 2023, the couple made their red carpet-debut at the ESPY Awards.
Race / Ethnicity
Multiracial (White and Hispanic)
He is of half American and half Puerto Rican descent.
Hair Color
Light Brown
He often tends to dye his hair blonde.
Eye Color
Blue
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Distinctive Features
- Toned physique
- Ever-changing hairstyle
- Clean-shaven look
- Affable smile
Brand Endorsements
He has been sponsored by Adidas AG, a German multinational corporation that designs and manufactures shoes, clothing, and accessories.
Braxton Berrios Facts
- In 2017, during his final season with the Miami Hurricanes football team, Braxton had caught 2 touchdown passes in a game against the Florida State Seminoles. This had helped the University of Miami beat Florida State University for the first time since 2009. That year, he was included in the 3rd-team All-ACC (Atlantic Coast Conference).
- After being picked by the New England Patriots in the 2018 NFL Draft, he was placed on injured reserve in September 2018. He was waived during the final roster cuts in August 2019.
- In September 2019, he was claimed off waivers by the New York Jets. In Week 17 of the 2021 NFLÂ season, he became the first Jets receiver to have caught a touchdown and ran for another in the same game.
- He had finished that season ranked 2nd on the team with 46 catches for 431 yards and 2 touchdowns, plus another 40 yards and 2 scores rushing. He had also finished the season ranked 3rd in the NFL in kickoff return yards (852) and 3rd in yards per punt return (13.4).
- In March 2022, he re-signed with the New York Jets on a 2-year contract worth USD 12 million.
Featured Image by Braxton Berrios / Instagram