American football tight end Dallas Goedert plays for the National Football League's (NFL) Philadelphia Eagles. In the second round of the 2018 NFL Draft, the Eagles drafted him. To draft Goedert, the Eagles moved up in the second round, ahead of the Cowboys (50th overall), by trading their second (52nd overall) and fifth round picks (169th overall) to the Indianapolis Colts. As of November 2025, Goedert is a Super Bowl champion (LIX), First-team FCS All-American (2016, 2017), and 3× First-team All-MVFC (2015–2017).
Goedert had two consecutive seasons with 1,000 yards or more during his career, and he caught 198 passes for 2,988 yards and 21 touchdowns. During his senior year, he was a team captain and started all 14 games. He caught 72 passes for 1,111 yards and seven touchdowns. Goedert was a two-time first-team Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) All-American during his time at South Dakota State. In 2016, he was a finalist for the Walter Payton Award, which honors the FCS's best player. Goedert agreed to play in the 2018 Senior Bowl at the conclusion of the 2017 campaign. He did, however, withdraw from the game due to an injury sustained during practice.
Dallas Goedert's parents
According to the official website of the NFL, Goedert’s biological parents are Mary and David Goedert. His mother raised him and his two sisters, Megan and Emily, as a single mother.
Who is Dallas Goedert’s father?
David Goedert is the biological father of Goedert. He was known to be a huge fan of the Dallas Cowboys and named his son after the franchise.
Who is Dallas Goedert’s mother?
Mary Jo Carlson is Goedert’s mother. She is a nurse by profession. She hails originally from North Dakota. (via Eagles official website). She maintains a public account on Instagram under the username @maryjog66.
What is the nationality of Dallas Goedert's parents?
Dallas Goedert's parents are American citizens.
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FAQ on Dallas Goedert
A. As of November 2025, Dallas Goedert is 30 years old.
A. On May 6, 2025, Dallas Goedert and the Eagles renegotiated his contract. Goedert consented to a $4.25 million wage reduction in exchange for a complete guarantee of his remaining $10 million income. His 2025 cap charge is lowered by $1.05 million under the new contract.
A. Dallas Goedert is 6 feet 5 inches or 1.98 meters tall and he weighs around 256 lb or 116 kg.
A. Dallas Goedert was picked as the 49th overall pick in the second round of the 2018 NFL Draft by the Philadelphia Eagles.
