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Beanie Wells Net Worth, Age, Height, Bio, Birthday, Wiki!

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Beanie Wells Biography

Beanie Wells is one of the most popular and richest Football Running Back who was born on August 7, 1988 in Akron, Ohio, United States.

Christopher Michael Wells (born August 7, 1988), known as Chris Wells or Beanie Wells, is a former American football running back. He was selected by the Arizona Cardinals in the first round (31st overall pick) of the 2009 NFL Draft out of The Ohio State University. Wells currently co-hosts Tim & Beanie with Tim Hall on 97.1 The Fan in Columbus, Ohio WBNS-FM.

Wells was a highly touted player out of high school, where he played football at Akron Garfield High School and ran track. His high school running back coach, Ben Dunn, said that Beanie was one of the most explosive play-makers he had seen in his 28 years at the school. He was often considered the best recruit out of Ohio. Wells played at Akron Garfield High from 2002 to 2005, graduating early in December. In track, he was timed at 10.8 seconds in the 100 meters as a high school junior, and also recorded a 4.48 40-yard dash as a senior. He was listed as the top running back and All-American by Parade in 2006.

NameBeanie Wells
First NameMike
Last NameBlack
OccupationFootball Running Back
BirthdayAugust 7
Birth Year1988
Place of BirthAkron
Home TownOhio
Birth CountryUnited States
Birth SignLeo
Full/Birth Name
ParentsJames Wells, Paulette Wells
SiblingsJames Wells
SpouseNot Known
Children(s)Not Available

Ethnicity, religion & political views

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Wells rushed 13 carries for 111 yards and a touchdown in his first game against the Youngstown State Penguins on August 30, 2008. He also suffered a foot injury. After missing three games, he returned to the starting lineup September 27, 2008 against Minnesota, where he rushed for 105 yards on 14 carries. He then followed that performance up with a 22 carry, 168 yard effort against Wisconsin, which included a 33-yard touchdown on the game’s first possession and a 54-yard run to start the second half. In the November 15 game against Illinois, Wells leaped over an Illini defender, images of which were re-broadcast widely.

Beanie Wells Net Worth

Beanie Wells is one of the richest Football Running Back from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Beanie Wells's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

Wells was born August 7, 1988 in Akron, Ohio and is one of eleven children. His parents are James and Paulette Wells. The nickname Beanie was given to him by his family at a young age and he has said, “when I was young, my big brother said I was skinny like a bean pole.”

Net Worth$5 Million
SalaryUnder Review
Source of IncomeFootball Running Back
CarsNot Available
HouseLiving in own house.

On August 1, 2009, Wells was signed to a five-year contract. Later that day, he was carted off from practice with an ankle injury.

Wells was drafted in the first round (31st overall) by the Arizona Cardinals in the 2009 NFL Draft. He competed for the starting running back job with Tim Hightower.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

Beanie Wells height 6 ft 2 in Mike weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.

Height6 ft 2 in
WeightNot Known
Body MeasurementsUnder Review
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Hair ColorNot Available
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During Wells’s freshman year, he shared carries with Antonio Pittman but still had a solid freshman year, and was a big part of the 2006 Buckeyes. The highlight of his freshman year came in the Ohio State–Michigan game where he broke a 52-yard run for a touchdown that put the Buckeyes up for the rest of the game.

Wells finished the 2011 season with his first 1,000 yard season, ending with 1,047 yards on 245 carries (a 4.3 average) and 10 touchdowns.

Who is Beanie Wells Dating?

According to our records, Beanie Wells is possibily single & has not been previously engaged. As of December 1, 2023, Beanie Wells’s is not dating anyone.

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On January 16, 2010, Wells scored his first postseason touchdown, a four-yard rush against the New Orleans Saints. He ended the season with 793 yards rushing, second-best among rookies after Knowshon Moreno. He also caught 12 passes for an 11.9 yard average.

Facts & Trivia

Mike Ranked on the list of most popular Football Running Back. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Beanie Wells celebrates birthday on August 7 of every year.

On November 27, 2011, Wells set a Cardinals single-game and personal record by rushing for 228 yards against the St. Louis Rams. Wells’ performance eclipsed the team record previously held by LeShon Johnson, who rushed for 214 yards against the New Orleans Saints in 1996.

What happened Beanie Wells?

On his radio show Monday, Beanie Wells explained how he has been dealing with the symptoms of a “traumatic brain injury.” On The Tim and Beanie Show on 97.1 The Fan in Columbus on Monday, former Ohio State running back Chris “Beanie” Wells revealed he has been suffering from the symptoms of a “traumatic brain injury.”

Who does Beanie Wells play for?

Wells, 29, spent four seasons in the NFL with the Arizona Cardinals, rushing for 2,471 yards and 24 touchdowns in 51 total games.

What year did Beanie Wells play for Ohio State?

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Does Beanie Wells still play NFL?

No. 26
NFL Draft:2009 / Round: 1 / Pick: 31
Career history
Arizona Cardinals (2009–2012)
Career highlights and awards

Where did Beanie Wells go to high school?

Education

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