Creed Humphrey

Creed Humphrey's Biography

Creed Humphrey, an exemplary American professional football center, was born on the 28th of June, 1999. Today, Humphrey plays for the commendable Kansas City Chiefs of the National Football League (NFL). His exceptional skills and strategic approach to the game propelled the Chiefs to numerous victories, leaving an indelible mark on the team’s reputation and performance in the competitive sporting landscape.

Humphrey’s journey began at the Shawnee High School, situated in Shawnee, Oklahoma. His ambitious spirit shone through even during his high school years when he held the dual responsibility of playing both the center and defensive line for his football team. Additionally, his latent skills made him a remarkable player in the 2017 U.S. Army All-American Game. His athletic prowess did not go unnoticed. According to 247Sports, Humphrey was bestowed with a four-star rating and was ranked 294th in his class. Further demonstrating his undeniable talent, he was recognized as the 5th-best prospect from Oklahoma and the 3rd-best center in the United States.

The promising athlete attracted attention from far and wide, receiving nineteen scholarship offers from a variety of esteemed programs, including Alabama, Texas A&M, Texas, Oklahoma State, Oklahoma, Vanderbilt, and Virginia Tech. In June 2016, Humphrey initially committed to Texas A&M, only to reconsider his decision two months later. Eventually, he signed a National Letter of Intent with Oklahoma, starting his formal academic and athletic journey.

Humphrey’s life is not just limited to football. He is part of the Indigenous Potawatomi community and holds a proud membership within the Citizen Potawatomi Nation. This aspect of his life adds an enriching cultural history to his sport-centered career and serves as a testament to his diverse identity.

The year 2017 marked an advancement in Humphrey’s athletic journey as he redshirted his first year at Oklahoma. In 2018, his involvement in all 14 games and 12 starts only escalated his reputation as a promising football center. His strategic role and consistent performance led him to the position of the starting center for Oklahoma in 2019 and 2020. This upward trajectory did not seem to halt as he was named the Big 12 Conference’s offensive lineman of the year in both seasons. Following the 2020 season, Humphrey decided to forgo his final year of eligibility and declared for the 2021 NFL draft.

In the 2021 NFL Draft, Humphrey was selected by the Kansas City Chiefs in the second round, 63rd overall. On the 13th of May, 2021, he signed his rookie contract with the Chiefs. In the week 1 game against the Cleveland Browns, Humphrey made his first career start demonstrating his continuous pursuit of growth and excellence. November 3, 2021, signaled another high point in his career as Pro Football Focus appreciated Humphrey’s midseason performance by including him in their All-Pro and All-Rookie teams. Additionally, he also found a place in the PFWA All-Rookie team.

Achievements did not cease for Humphrey. In the 2022 season, the Kansas City Chiefs witnessed Super Bowl LVII’s victory with a score of 38–35 against the Philadelphia Eagles, a significant part of which was Humphrey’s consistent offensive line performance that allowed no sacks. Just a year later, he assisted the Chiefs to secure Super Bowl LVIII against the San Francisco 49ers, scoring 25–22. The back-to-back victories placed the Chiefs’ legacy parallel to the Patriots’ repeated Super Bowl victories in 2003 and 2004.

Approaching his prime, Humphrey’s career witnessed another pinnacle moment on August 22, 2024. He signed a four-year contract extension worth a commendable $72 million, with $50 million guaranteed. This lucrative deal positioned him as the highest-paid center in NFL, acknowledging his immense contribution to the sport, his team, and raising the bar for future athletic prospects.