The Life & Career of Josh Gordon, an American Footballer

An African – American, an American football wide receiver from the National Football League and New England Patriot, played both at college and for a club named Cleveland Browns, also an athlete is named Joshua Caleb Gordons.Biography and AgeJosh was born in Houston, Texas in the United States on the 13th day of April, 1991. His mother is Elaine and father is Herald. Meanwhile, His two brothers name were not disclosed because it was said that Josh doesn’t like talking about his personal life in media or public. More so, He preferred discussion about his works to his personal life.

While growing, Josh went to Lamar High School. Here, he ran races for his school, played football and basketball. As an athlete, he completed 4 by 100m relay race and 4 by 200m relay race. By doing his, his school won state titles in both events recording 42.69secs and 1:30:40mins.As a Junior student in the basketball field, he caught 20 passes for 363 yards and 4 touchdowns, while as a Senior he totaled 25 receptions for 531 yards and 9 touchdowns.

Due to this achievements, he was selected by Baylor University, Kansas University, Missuori University, Nebraka University and Texas Tech. He was 3-star receiver by Rivals.com and 2-star by scout.com. He is currently 27 years with a birth sign called AriesCareerAt college, he accepted a scholarship from Baylor University to play football. During this period, he recorded a statistic of 22 games, 43 receiving, 721 yards, 16.8 average, 94 longest interception return and 7 touchdowns. All within 2009 to 2010 years.

In October 2010, he was suspended because marijuana was found by some police on patrol in his teammate (Jefferson’s) car. This led to his first warning. In 2011, he was expelled for failing a drug test and was later tested positive for marijuana. The suspension was by his Head Coach. Consequently, he was transferred to University of Utah where he was declared late for 2011 supplementary. As a professional, he was taken by Cleveland Brown for 2012 supplementary. He recorded 50 catches, 805 yards and 5 touchdowns. He finished among the little experienced wide receivers, signed a 4-year deal worth 5.3 million dollars and scored his first career touchdown against the New York Giants.

In 2013 season, he was delayed for going against the NFL’s drug policy. Although, he marked a history with the NFL as a wide receiver with 200 receiving yards minimum. He became Cleveland Chapter PFWA player of the week. In 2014 season, he got arrested for driving while impaired and delayed for NFL’s substance policy. However, the delay was reduced based on new NFL’s policy. Due to the delay he played only 5 games in the season. In 2015 season, he was suspended for the entire season, this was because he was tested positive for alcohol use. In 2016 season, he applied to the league, but was denied because he failed to undergo another drug test. However, that does not stop him from participating in trainings.

In 2017 season, he repeated it again but was denied. However, consideration was given to him based on some conditions. He made his way back to the game in Week 13.Career StatisticsAccording to NFL career statistics for 2012 – 2018 years, Josh had a total of 41 games.Under Receiving, he totaled 180 receiving, 3,106 yards, 17.3 average, 75.8 yard per game, 95 longest interception returns, 16 touchdowns, 50 (20+), 13 (40+), 13.3 (1st) and 1 fumble.Under Rushing, he totaled 5 attempts, 0.1 attempt per game, 88 yards, 17.6 average, 2.1 yard games, 34 Longest interception returns, 4 (1st), 80.0 (1st%) and 3(20+).Under defensive, he totaled 5 combinations and 5 tacklesUnder Passing, he was rated 39.6 and under fumbles he recorded 1 fumble and 1 lost.

Networth and CaphitCurrently, Josh’s career earnings worth 6.08 million dollars for over five seasons. His salary per annum worth 1.3 million dollars and a networth of 4 million dollars. He ranks 55th on New England Patriots active roster with a cap hit of 697 thousand dollars for 2018.Height, weight and other body measurementJosh’s height is about 6 feets and 3 inches, weighs about 102kg, has an arm length of 0.82 and a hand size of 0.25m.His favorite quotes1. I am a human being, with feelings and emotions and scars and flaws, just like anyone else.2. I make mistakes - I have made a lot of mistakes - but I am a good person, and I will persevere.3. The holidays are a way to get away from the pain of the year, creating something people can laugh at. That's a gift.