Eric Johnson Biography: Kids, Net Worth, Wikipedia, Age, Siblings, Parents, Height, Stats, Career

Eric Johnson is a former professional American football tight end. He is best known for his time with the San Francisco and New Orleans Saints.

Profile

• Full Name: Eric Maxwell Johnson
• Stage Name: Eric Johnson
• Born: September 15, 1979
• Age: 45 years old
• Birthplace: Needham, Massachusetts, U.S.
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Former NFL Player
• Height: 6 feet 3 inches (1.91 m)
• Parent: Stephen Johnson
• Siblings: Joshua Johnson, Erin Johnson, Jade Johnson
• Spouse: Jessica Simpson (m. 2014)
• Children: Maxwell “Maxi” Drew, Ace Knute, Birdie Mae
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $10 million

Early Life and Education

Eric Maxwell Johnson was born on September 15, 1979, in Needham, Massachusetts, United States. As of 2025, he is 45 years old. He was born to Stephen Johnson and has three siblings: Joshua, Erin, and Jade. Johnson follows Christianity and belongs to the Caucasian ethnic group.

For his education, he attended Needham High School before transferring to Belmont Hill School, where he excelled in football. He later pursued higher education at Yale University, where he played as a wide receiver for the Yale Bulldogs football team.

Career

Eric Maxwell Johnson was selected by the San Francisco 49ers in the seventh round of the 2001 NFL Draft. He quickly proved himself as a reliable tight end, becoming one of the team’s key players.

His best season came in 2004 when he recorded 825 receiving yards, leading the 49ers in receptions. However, his career was heavily impacted by injuries, causing him to miss multiple seasons, including the entire 2003 and 2005 seasons.

In 2007, Johnson signed a one-year contract with the New Orleans Saints, where he contributed as a veteran presence on the team. Despite his efforts, injuries continued to limit his playing time, and he eventually retired from professional football.

Social Media

• Instagram: @ericjohnson
• Facebook handle: Not Available
• Twitter handle: Not Available

Personal Life

Eric Maxwell Johnson is married to singer and businesswoman Jessica Simpson. The couple got engaged in 2010 and officially tied the knot on July 5, 2014. They have three children together: Maxwell “Maxi” Drew, Ace Knute, and Birdie Mae.

Before his relationship with Jessica Simpson, Johnson was previously married to Keri D’Angelo, but they divorced in 2010. He stands at a height of 6 feet 3 inches (191 cm).

Net Worth

Eric Maxwell Johnson has an estimated net worth of $10 million. His wealth primarily comes from his career as a professional football player and business ventures.