Denzel Nehemiah Ward is a professional American Football cornerback for the Cleveland Browns in the NFL as of 2024. Ward was drafted by the Cleveland Browns with the fourth overall pick in the first round of the 2018 NFL Draft. In his debut season, Ward had 12 starts, totaling 53 tackles, three interceptions, and a forced fumble, he was also selected to the NFL All-Rookie Team and the Pro Bowl. Ward recorded 44 tackles, a sack, and three interceptions at the end of the 2019 season and 46 tackles and two interceptions at the end of the 2020 season. The Browns exercised Ward's contract's fifth-year option in 2021. After signing a five-year agreement with the Browns the following season, Ward became the highest-paid cornerback in NFL history.
Ward played collegiate football at Ohio State University. In 12 games as a freshman, Ward tallied seven tackles. Media members named Ward an Honorable Mention All-Big Ten during the 2016 season. Ward was named to the first team of the All-American and all-Big Ten Conference teams the next season. Ward decided to forego his senior year to enter the 2018 NFL draft. Ward ran track and played basketball and football in high school at Nordonia High School before attending Ohio State.
Who are Denzel Ward’s parents?
Denzel Ward’s parents are Nicole Ward and the late Paul Ward Jr.
Denzel Ward’s Father
Denzel Ward’s father is the late Paul Ward Jr. Paul passed away after having a heart attack on May 2, 2016. As Paul put it, "Make them know your name” is a saying Denzel lives by to date. Denzel founded the “Make Them Know Your Name Foundation” to raise awareness of heart health issues following Paul’s passing. (via the Cleveland Browns official website)
Denzel Ward’s Mother
Denzel Ward’s mother is Nicole Ward. Nicole works as a registered nurse. Denzel Ward said in an interview with the Browns, “She's the backbone of the foundation.”
What is the nationality of Denzel Ward’s parents?
Nicole and the late Paul Ward are American nationals. Both of them were based in Ohio, where Denzel Ward was born and raised.
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FAQs about Denzel Ward
A. Denzel Ward attended Nordonia High School.
A. Denzel Ward wears the number 21 for the Cleveland Browns.
A. Denzel Ward was drafted in the NFL draft of 2018.
A. Denzel Ward was born on April 28, 1997.
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