Moni became a fixture around campus, even sitting at his feet during classes on anthropology and American Sign Language. And then that’s when he heard it. Does Donovan McNabb Deserve Your 2019 Pro Football Hall of Fame Vote? On April 30, 2015, Shelton was drafted by the Cleveland Browns with the 12th overall selection of the first round in the 2015 NFL Draft. He was a good student in the classroom and became one of the finest defensive tackles in the country. He was in critical condition at the time, but survived. [10] He finished the season with nine sacks. Daniel Saileupumoni Shelton (born August 20, 1993[4]) is an American football defensive tackle for the Detroit Lions of the National Football League (NFL). Tommy Shelton, the brother of the network's founder Danny Shelton, were named in the … As a sophomore, things started to come together for Shelton. His schedule began to revolve around Moni rather than living the college life. He also participated in track & field as a thrower. (Pitbulls) have such a bad rep. And for me, I kind of related to Moni, you know, just kind of being judged based on the way they look. Special thanks to the Shelton family, Christine Clarridge and The Seattle Times, Washington Husky Football and Auburn High School. [26], On May 1, 2011, Shelton and his brothers were involved in an altercation at an apartment complex in Auburn, Washington. “All I could think at the time is, 'This guy just shot my brother,” Shelton told MLive by phone over the weekend. Last week, he parlayed that breakout performance into a two-year, $8 million deal with Detroit. Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site. His middle name is Saileupumoni, which means “the search for truth.”. He earned second-place finishes in both the shot put (54–3 or 16.58 m) and discus throw (155–7 or 47.50 m) at the 2010 West Central District 4A Championships. 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"That’s what I see in pitbulls. On November 13, 1990, Blake Shelton’s brother Richie, died in a car accident at 24-years-old. B/R Fantasy Expert Matt Camp Gives His Picks for Keep or Release After Week 2. “She was basically the life of the party,” Shelton said. Danny Shelton had no grounds, Biblically, to divorce Linda and remarry in the SDA church. Juicy is a husky named for the Juicy Couture store where Danny met his wife, Mara. Does Hines Ward Deserve Your 2019 Pro Football Hall of Fame Vote? When meeting with Roger Goodell on stage, he hugged the commissioner and lifted him off the ground in excitement. [24][25] He often speaks with pride about his Samoan heritage and dons a lavalava, a traditional Polynesian cloth worn like a kilt or skirt. [8] As a senior, he won the state 4A shot put championship with a career-best throw of 18.31 meters (60–1). Note to readers: if you purchase something through one of our affiliate links we may earn a commission. He had just watched his brother get shot, and then all of the sudden the barrel was on him. Richie, who was only 24 years old at the time, died along with two other people who were in the car, including a three-year-old boy. [13] In 2016, he started all 16 games with 59 tackles and 1.5 sacks. But once you get to know me, I’m a cool guy. Registration on or use of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement, Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement, and Your California Privacy Rights (each updated 1/1/20). He played college football at Washington. [15] The deal became official on March 14, 2018, at the start of the NFL year. All four are officially registered as emotional support animals, too. He struggled with his discipline and focus. [6] Shelton committed to play college football at the University of Washington in January 2011.[7]. As a senior, he racked up a staggering nine sacks and 17 tackles for loss. “I wanted to stay back with my family. Danny Shelton was a mess for a while. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Advance Local. And the man came out firing. But he did. During a 2014 … [21], On March 24, 2020, Shelton signed a two-year, $8 million contract with the Detroit Lions. NFL Draft How Top-15 Pick Danny Shelton Escaped Death from Man Who Shot and Killed Brother B/R Studios Featured Columnist April 27, 2015 Comments But he returned to New England last year, lost some weight and played the best ball of his career, setting career-highs with 61 tackles and three sacks. He’s expected to replace Snacks Harrison as the primary nose tackle in Matt Patricia’s defense. He explained he wanted to adorn 55 as tributes to his brother Shennon and former NFL linebacker Junior Seau, both of whom have died and have worn 55 while playing football. Shelton attended Auburn Senior High School in Auburn, Washington, where he played football and competed in track and wrestling. “I got her as a puppy, so she was basically just this little kid. On April 30, 2015, Shelton was drafted by the Cleveland Browns with the 12th overall selection of the first round in the 2015 NFL Draft. [18], On May 20, 2019, Shelton re-signed with the Patriots. He’s also welcomed his first son into the world: Crue Skeevie Shelton, named for Danny’s slain brother. Shelton entered 2014 as a starter for the third straight year. The incident occurred when Gaston Shelton, Danny’s oldest brother, tried to break up a street fight in their hometown of Auburn, Wash., back in 2011. He was just 17, committed to play football for nearby Washington but already feeling like he might not be able to do it. New Lions defensive tackle Danny Shelton with his wife, Mara, and their four dogs. On May 12, 2015, Shelton signed a four-year deal worth $11.7 million.

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