D. J. Reader is an American football nose tackle for the Detroit Lions as of the 2024 NFL season. The Houston Texans drafted him in the fifth round of the 2016 NFL draft. Before joining the Lions, he had a four-season stint with both the Houston Texans (2016-2019) and the Cincinnati Bengals (2020-2023). In March 2024, he signed a two-year contract with the Lions valued at $22 million. As of Week 10, 2024, he has recorded 288 total tackles, 10.5 sacks, 1 forced fumble, 3 fumble recoveries, and 8 pass deflections.
During his college years, Reader represented Clemson University and played for the Clemson Tigers from 2012 to 2015. He concluded his collegiate career with 145 tackles and five sacks (via the university's official website). Additionally, he played in the 2016 Senior Bowl. Before joining Clemson University, he played high school football at Grimsley Senior High School, where he lettered four times in football.
What is D.J. Reader 40-time?
According to NFL Combine Results, Reader clocked in an official time of 5.33 seconds in the 40-yard dash at the 2016 NFL Combine. Additionally, he participated in the 20-yard shuttle, completing the drill in 4.71 seconds. Furthermore, he recorded a vertical jump of 29.5 inches, a broad jump of 8 feet 3 inches and 30 repetitions on the bench press.
| Test Type | Test Result |
| 20-Yard Shuttle | 4.71 s |
| Vertical Jump | 29.5 in (0.75 m) |
D.J. Reader Physical Attributes
| Age | 30 years (as of November 2024) |
| Weight | 335 lb (152 kg) |
| Height | 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) |
D.J. Reader Height
Reader is 6 feet 3 inches or 1.91 meters tall.
D.J. Reader Weight
According to the available data on ESPN’s official website as of July 2024, Reader weighs approximately 335 pounds or 152 kg.
D.J. Reader Age
Hailing from North Carolina, Reader was born on July 1, 1994, and he is 30 years old as of November 2024.
FAQ's On D.J. Reader
A. D.J. Reader signed a two-year contract with the Detroit Lions valued at $22 million. It includes a signing bonus of $6,215,000, a guaranteed amount of $7,425,000, and an average annual salary of $11,000,000.
A. D.J. Reader wears jersey number 98, representing the Detroit Lions in the NFL.
A. D.J. Reader attended Clemson University.
A. Felicia Reader and the late David Reader Sr. are the parents of D.J. Reader.
