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Asante Samuel Biography
Asante Samuel is one of the most popular and richest Football Player who was born on January 6, 1981 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States. NFL cornerback who twice led the league in interceptions during the 2006 and 2009 seasons.
He became teammates with Matt Ryan after being signed by the Atlanta Falcons in 2012.
On June 10, 2003, the New England Patriots signed Samuel to a four-year, $1.68 million contract.
The New England Patriots selected Samuel in the fourth round (120th overall) of the 2003 NFL Draft. The New England Patriots traded their fourth (128th overall) and fifth round (157th overall) picks to the Denver Broncos in exchange for Denver’s fourth round pick (120th overall) in order to draft Samuel. Samuel was the 16th cornerback drafted in 2003.
He married Jeniva Samuels and he has four children, Ashante, Amaya, Aleesa, and A.J.
| Name | Asante Samuel |
| First Name | Asante |
| Last Name | Samuel |
| Occupation | Football Player |
| Birthday | January 6 |
| Birth Year | 1981 |
| Place of Birth | Fort Lauderdale |
| Home Town | Florida |
| Birth Country | United States |
| Birth Sign | Capricorn |
| Full/Birth Name | |
| Father | Not Available |
| Mother | Not Available |
| Siblings | Not Available |
| Spouse | Jeniva Barrett Samuels |
| Children(s) | Asante Samuel, Jr., A.J Samuel, Ashante Samuel, Amaya Samuel, Aleesa Samuel |
Ethnicity, religion & political views
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Samuel has a tattoo on his left arm that says “Get Rich To This.” It was widely reported during Samuel’s post-2006 season contract situation that the tattoo said “Get Paid”. Samuel’s tattoo is the name of a Goodie Mob song that Samuel liked in college.
Asante Samuel Net Worth
Asante Samuel is one of the richest Football Player from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Asante Samuel's net worth $12 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)
He was named to the All-MAC team while playing for the University of Central Florida.
He was a three-time All-Pro and two-time Super Bowl Champion during his career.
Asante T. Samuel (born January 6, 1981) is a former American football cornerback. He played college football at UCF, and was drafted by the New England Patriots in the fourth round of the 2003 NFL Draft. Samuel also played for the Philadelphia Eagles and Atlanta Falcons.
| Net Worth | $12 Million |
| Salary | Under Review |
| Source of Income | Football Player |
| Cars | Not Available |
| House | Living in own house. |
He intercepted a pass and returned it for a touchdown twice in the 2006 NFL Playoffs: first against the New York Jets to clinch their 1st round victory and then in the AFC Championship Game against the Indianapolis Colts to extend the lead to 21–3.
In 2006, the Patriots began the season with Samuel and Ellis Hobbs at cornerback. By the end of the regular season, Samuel had intercepted a career-high 10 passes, which put him in a tie for first in the 2006 season (with Champ Bailey of the Broncos); the mark is the second-best ever for a Patriot (in 1964 Ron Hall had 11). Samuel tied the Patriots’ mark for most interceptions in a game when he picked off three passes in a week 12 game against the Chicago Bears.
Height, Weight & Body Measurements
Asante Samuel height 5 ft 10 in Asante weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.
| Height | 5 ft 10 in |
| Weight | Not Known |
| Body Measurements | Under Review |
| Eye Color | Not Available |
| Hair Color | Not Available |
| Feet/Shoe Size | Not Available |
At the start of the 2004 season, the Patriots’ starting corners were Tyrone Poole and Ty Law. After both were sidelined by injuries, Samuel became a starter, and actually started for the Patriots in Super Bowl XXXIX. He would start at corner the following season, as he maintained that position for the rest of his tenure with the Patriots.
Samuel was thought to be one of the most sought-after free agents of the 2008 NFL offseason. Within minutes of the start of free agency on February 29, 2008, Samuel was reportedly already setting up a meeting with the Philadelphia Eagles. Later that day, he signed a six-year, $56 million contract with the Eagles. Upon being signed, Samuel was quoted as saying, “I just want to be able to win and get back to the Super Bowl.” On August 22, 2008, he made his return to New England during the third week of the preseason. Asante Samuel made his regular season Eagles debut on September 7, 2008, against the St. Louis Rams. He was a Pro Bowl Reserve for his stellar play with 4 interceptions and one touchdown. It was Samuel’s 2nd appearance in the Pro Bowl, his 1st with the Philadelphia Eagles. On January 4, 2009, Samuel returned an interception for a 44-yard touchdown, his fourth interception returned for a touchdown in the postseason which set an NFL record. The following week, Samuel picked off Eli Manning, returning the ball to the Giants’ two-yard line. This marked his seventh career postseason interception, which after Rodney Harrison’s retirement is the most career postseason interceptions among active players. Samuel and Harrison are now tied at fifth in NFL history for career postseason interceptions.
Who is Asante Samuel Dating?
According to our records, Asante Samuel married to Jeniva Barrett Samuels . As of December 1, 2023, Asante Samuel’s is not dating anyone.
Relationships Record: We have no records of past relationships for Asante Samuel. You may help us to build the dating records for Asante Samuel!On February 16, 2007, the Patriots placed the franchise tag on him. After holding out for most of the preseason, Samuel signed the one-year $7.79 million tender on August 27, 2007, to fulfill his obligation under the franchise tag. He was eligible for free agency again at the end of the 2007 season. According to The Boston Globe, if Samuel participated in 60% of the defensive snaps or the Patriots win 12 games, his contract stipulated that the team would not place the franchise tag on him for the following season. Samuel finished the 2007 regular season with six interceptions, returning one for a touchdown. During his franchised season, he was named to the 2008 Pro Bowl and helped lead the Patriots to Super Bowl XLII.
Facts & Trivia
Asante Ranked on the list of most popular Football Player. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Asante Samuel celebrates birthday on January 6 of every year.
With nine interceptions in 2009, Samuel tied for second in Eagles history for interceptions in a season, with Don Burroughs (1960) and Ed “Bibbles” Bawel (1955).
Is Asante Samuel Jr related to Asante Samuel?
He played college football at Florida State and was drafted by the Chargers in the second round of the 2021 NFL Draft. He is the son of former NFL cornerback Asante Samuel.
Is Asante Samuel in the Hall of Fame?
When the New England Patriots revealed the three 2022 finalists for induction into to the team’s Hall of Fame this week, former star cornerback Asante Samuel’s name was absent. But in the wake of the snub, Samuel has made sure his voice isn’t being forgotten.
Who did Asante Samuel play for in the NFL?
He was born in Accra, Ghana and raised in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. He played college football for the UCF Knights and was drafted by the New England Patriots in the fourth round of the 2003 NFL Draft. Samuel also played for the Philadelphia Eagles and Atlanta Falcons.
Is Asante Samuel Ghanaian?
Samuel Asante (born 13 August 1989) is a Ghanaian footballer who plays as a midfielder.
What is Asante net worth?
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