Graham Mertz is an American college football quarterback player for the Wisconsin Badgers. He also featured in the 2020 Duke’s Mayo Bowl and received the titles of Big Ten Co-Offensive Player of the Week and Big Ten Freshman of the Week. He began his football career by playing high school football for Blue Valley North High School.
Early life
Graham Mertz was born on December 6, 2000, in Overland Park, Kansas, United States of America. His parents’ names are Ron and Amy Mertz. He also has two sisters named Lauren and Mya. Since his family has a sporting background, he also decided to pursue a career in sports. Graham completed his high school education at Blue Valley North High School in Overland, Kansas. He previously attended Bishop Miege High School in Roeland Park, Kansas, and accepted a promotion. He went on to the University of Wisconsin, where he is currently pursuing his education and is also a member of the college football team.
Graham Mertz career
Graham started his football career when he was in high school. He led his school team, Blue Valley, to a Class 6A state championship as a junior and to runner-up as a senior. His senior score was for completing 61.1% of his passes for 3,886 yards and a state-record 51 touchdowns. On October 9, 2017, he committed to playing football at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. His spot was vacant when Alex Hornibrook was transferred to Florida State. He appeared in two games and was a redshirt his freshman year.
In 2020, he started the game with 17 completed passes and a 20-21 finishing line, breaking the singles game percentage record with 95.2%. He played various games against Illinois, Michigan, Northwestern, Indiana, Iowa, Minnesota, and many others. Graham also wanted to play against Nebraska and Purdue but could not play as he tested positive for Covid-19. He recently won a match against Army Black 20-14.
Graham Mertz biography | |
|---|---|
| Real name | Graham Mertz |
| date of birth | December 6, 2000 |
| Age (as of 2023) | 22 years |
| place of birth | Overland Park, Kansas, USA |
| nationality | American |
| job | Football quarterback |
| religion | Christianity |
| sun sign | protect |
Physical Statistics | |
| height | in feet inches – 6′ 3” – in centimeters – 191 cm |
| Weight | in kilograms – 102kg – in pounds – 225 pounds |
| shoe size | 12 (USA) |
| Hair color | Brown |
| eye color | Brown |
| body type | Sporty |
Graham Mertz family | |
| father | Ron Merz |
| mother | Amy Merz |
| sister | Two (Lauren & Mya Mertz) |
| Brothers | – |
Qualification/Education | |
| school | North Blue Valley High School |
| University | University of Wisconsin-Madison |
relationship status | |
| marital status | single |
| affair | Yes |
| Who is Graham Mertz’s girlfriend? | Alexis Loomans |
Personal life
In both his on-field endeavors and personal life, Graham Mertz radiates contentment. He recently shared his relationship with Alexis Loomans in the public domain. Alexis, a 21-year-old crowned Miss Wisconsin in May, has been a familiar presence at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium throughout the season, passionately supporting her boyfriend.
Graham Mertz Net Worth
Graham Mertz earned a lot in his career playing college football. He earns by winning matches and the prize money. According to the source, his net worth was around $900,000. He earns other sources of his income through participation in various events and sponsorships.
Facts About Graham Mertz
- His father played football as an offensive lineman in Minnesota.
- His sisters play college basketball, where Lauren plays for Kansas State and Mya for Drake.
- Mertz was a finalist for the Elite 11 quarterback competition in 2018.
- After his senior season, he was also invited to the All-American Bowl and set a bowl record.
- Graham was rated a four-star recruit by ESPN, 247Sports.com, and Rivals.com.
- ESPN rated him the top pocket passer in the class of 2019.
- He was ranked the third-best pro-style quarterback and 65th-best-rated recruit overall in 247 sports.