Deatrich Wise

Deatrich Wise (born May 6, 1965) is an American former professional football defensive tackle who played for the BC Lions of the Canadian Football League (CFL) and the Tampa Bay Storm of the Arena Football League (AFL). He was selected by the Seattle Seahawks in the ninth round of the 1988 NFL draft. He played college football at Alabama State University and Jackson State University.

Early life Wise played high school football at Evergreen High School in Evergreen, Alabama. He played on the offensive and defensive lines as well as spending time as a placekicker. He received the Defensive Lineman of the Year Award, and the Wendell Hart Memorial Trophy for Most Valuable Player in 1983.

College career Wise first played college football for the Alabama State Hornets of Alabama State University. He transferred to play for the Jackson State Tigers of Jackson State University. The Tigers made the NCAA Division I-AA football playoffs in 1985, 1986 and 1987. He spent time with the New Orleans Saints in 1989. He played for the BC Lions from 1990 to 1991. Wise was a member of the Tampa Bay Storm from 1992 to 1995, earning first-team All-Arena honors in 1993.

Coaching career Wise was an assistant coach for the Jackson State Tigers from 1992 to 1993, working with the offensive line, defensive line and special teams.

Personal life His oldest son, Deatrich Jr., was a fourth-round pick of the New England Patriots in 2017. His youngest son, Daniel, has NFL experience as well, playing for the Washington Commanders and Kansas City Chiefs.