TJ Yates

Football Player

Birthday May 28, 1987

Birth Sign Gemini

Birthplace Marietta, GA

Age 37 years old

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About

NFL quarterback who made a name for himself by leading the Houston Texans to their first playoff victory in franchise history. At the University of North Carolina, he set a school record for career passing yards.

Before Fame

He was a quarterback and punter for Pope High School, where he was an Atlanta Metro First-Team All-Area selection.

Trivia

In January 2012, he became the just the fifth rookie quarterback in NFL history to win a playoff game.

Family Life

His parents are Carol and John Yates.

Associated With

His playoff battle against Andy Dalton and the Cincinnati Bengals marked the first time that two rookie quarterbacks had squared off in a playoff game.