Sheldon Rankins Stats & Bio | Texans Defensive Tackle

About Sheldon Rankins

Sheldon Rankins brings powerful interior pressure to the Houston Texans as a defensive tackle wearing jersey number 90. Born on April 2, 1994, in Covington, Georgia, Rankins developed his football foundation at Eastside High School before taking his talents to the University of Louisville, where he established himself as a formidable force along the defensive line. Standing 6'1" and weighing 305 pounds, Rankins possesses an impressive combination of quickness and strength that makes him a disruptive presence in the trenches. His ability to penetrate offensive lines and pressure quarterbacks has defined his NFL career across multiple seasons. Hailing from the state of Georgia, Rankins has consistently demonstrated the determination and work ethic that carry players from small-town roots to sustained success at the highest level of professional football.

Updated: Mar 16, 2026