About Eric Kendricks
Linebacker
Size: 6-0, 230 • Age: 23
Hometown: Fresno, Calif.
College: UCLA
At UCLA: Kendricks finished his collegiate career as UCLA's all-time leader with 481 tackles. He was honored in 2014 with the Butkus Award, honoring athletic achievement and service to the community, and the Lott Trophy, given to the best defensive player in character and performance.
At Herbert Hoover High School in Fresno: Kendricks had 117 tackles, two interceptions and 14 offensive touchdowns as a senior.
Did you know? He's a leap-year baby, meaning his birthday lands on Feb. 29 every four years.
Family: Kendricks' father, Horace, played at UCLA, leading the team in rushing in 1970-71, and played in the Canadian Football League. His brother, Mychal, plays linebacker for the Eagles.