Vic Beasley

National Football League (NFL) defensive end[5]

What is Vic Beasley known for?

Vic Beasley, born on July 8, 1992 in Adairsville, Georgia, is an accomplished American football player. He started his football journey at Adairsville High School, where he was an all-round athlete, excelling in football, basketball, and track and field.

At Clemson University, Beasley made his mark as the school's all-time sack leader, with a record of 33 sacks. His talent didn't go unnoticed, earning him the title of Consensus All-American in 2013 and 2014, and the ACC Defensive Player of the Year in 2014.

Following his stellar college career, Beasley was the 8th overall pick in the 2015 NFL Draft, selected by the Atlanta Falcons. He played with the Falcons from 2015 to 2019 before having short stints with the Tennessee Titans and Las Vegas Raiders in 2020. As of 2023, he's active with the Vegas Vipers.

Beasley's impressive performance continued in the NFL, where he led the league with 15.5 sacks in the 2016 season. This achievement paved the way for his first Pro Bowl and All-Pro honors in the same year. Additionally, he was recognized with the Deacon Jones Award and named NFL forced fumbles co-leader in 2016. Throughout his career, Beasley has accumulated noteworthy stats, including 160 total tackles, 37.5 sacks, 12 forced fumbles, 12 pass deflections, 1 interception, and 2 defensive touchdowns.

Aside from his accomplishments on the football field, Beasley's athletic prowess extends to track and field. He competed in high jump, triple jump, and the 100-meter dash during his time at Adairsville, earning several top accolades.

For a detailed overview of Beasley's career, check his stats on NFL.com or Pro Football Reference.