Offensive tackles are like bodyguards of QBs—other than just intimidating, they’re supposed to be wrestling 250-pound freak athletes who can make the life of QBs running hell on the field. And that’s where guys like Josh Simmons from the Buckeyes come into the picture. Simmons, who was born on December 26, 2002, in San Diego, California, started his football career in 2022 at San Diego State. As a freshman, he opened 26 consecutive games, 13 each as a left and right tackle – proving he can handle both sides like a pro. Then, in 2023, as a senior – he levelled up. Joining the Buckeyes and locking down the O-line for another 13 games. By the end of the season, he had earned his first Varsity O letter, solidifying himself as a key piece of Ohio State’s front five.
Josh Simmons—aka “Jimmy” at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center, declared for the 2025 NFL Draft as informed by his agent, Drew Rosenhaus. However, before announcing this, he had suffered a season-ending knee injury (torn patellar tendon) in the game between the Buckeyes and Oregon, where the Buckeyes lost 32-31. But hold up – as Rosenhaus cleared the air by saying, “Josh will be fully cleared for practice by the start of NFL training camp, and he will be a high-first-round pick.” And yeah, as predicted by ESPN’s Jordan Reid, the Chiefs will select him as they need a long-term answer to their left tackle problems. Looks like Kansas City might be getting a 6’5”, 310-pound early Christmas present.
Who is Josh Simmons’ Mother?
Simmons is the son of Ana Maafala, according to the official website of San Diego State University. However, there is not much information available publicly for his mother. Unfortunately, there is no information available regarding Josh Simmons’ father.
Though Josh doesn’t post much on social media. But Josh’s mother sure keeps showing through her posts – how much she adores and supports his son’s football journey. Her posts on Instagram are a mix of teachings from the Bible, some positive quotes or pictures of her family and, obviously, of her son. She also posted a picture of him in Ohio’s red jersey captioned, “My son committed to Ohio.” Moreover, her bio reads as, “Follower of Christ and spreading the word.” That clears up – she strongly follows Christianity.
What is Josh Simmons’ parents’ nationality?
As Josh has kept his personal life under wraps, there aren’t specific details available about his mother’s nationality. However, her surname, Maafala, is of Samoan origin.
Josh Simmons’ journey from a dominant college tackle to a future NFL prospect is nothing short of impressive. He has consistently proven that he can hold the line – literally. With his size, skill, determination and stats – experts predict that he has a bright future in the league, even after his injury. He is set to be a force on the field and the Chiefs or any team would be lucky to have him in their roster. But he would sure be a problem for the opposing team’s QBs. Wherever he goes, Simmons will surely have the QBs back – making them breathe a sigh of relief on the field as they know “Jimmy” has their blindside covered.
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