Shemar Turner is an American football defensive tackle for the Chicago Bears. The 62nd overall pick from the 2025 NFL draft attended Texas A&M University from 2021 to 2024. Over 43 collegiate games, he recorded 115 tackles, 24 tackles for loss, 10 sacks, 3 forced fumbles, and 1 pass breakup. In 2024, during his final season, Shemar Turner started all 12 regular-season games at defensive tackle. He recorded 36 total tackles, including 5.5 tackles for loss and 2.0 sacks. He was among the top five on the team for tackles for loss and was nominated for the Defensive MVP and Defensive Trenches Awards at the annual team banquet.
Turner was among the 329 draft prospects invited to the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine. There, he measured 6'3" and 290 lbs, with a 33.63-inch arm length and a 10.25-inch hand size. His prospect grade of 6.32 projects him as a potential plus starter at the next level. His Next Gen Stats score of 73 places him in the "good" category (via the NFL's official website).
Shemar Turner's hometown
Shemar Turner's hometown is DeSoto, Texas, where he attended DeSoto High School, according to the Texas A&M Aggies' official website. Coached by Claude Mathis, Turner has been marked as a consensus four-star recruit coming out of high school.
Where was Shemar Turner born?
Shemar Turner was born in DeSoto, Texas, on January 14, 2003, making him 22 years old as of May 2025. His mother is Nakita Turner.
Shemar Turner's nationality
Shemar Turner is an American national.
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FAQ on Shemar Turner
A. Shemar Turner is 22 years old as of May 2025.
A. Shemar Turner is from DeSoto, Texas. (via Texas A&M University website).
A. Shemar Turner attended DeSoto High School in DeSoto, Texas.
A. Shemar Turner plays as a defensive lineman.
