Quick Info
| Profession | American Football Player |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 26/02/1972 |
| Age | 54 years |
| Birthplace | Richardson, Texas |
Latest News about Scott Turner
07/10/2025
Scott Turner served as the honorary captain for the Illinois Fighting Illini football team during their game against #1 Ohio State. As a former Illini player from 1991-1994 and current U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, he was honored for his contributions to the program and his nine-year NFL career. The event highlighted his legacy at the University of Illinois.
05/02/2025
Scott Turner was confirmed by the United States Senate as the 19th Secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). He had been nominated for the position by President Donald Trump in November 2024. This marks a significant milestone in his transition from NFL player and White House advisor to a key role in federal housing policy.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Eric Scott Turner |
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| Nickname | Coach T |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5'10" (178 cm) |
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| Weight | 86 Kg (189 lbs) |
| Eye Color | Dark Brown |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | J. J. Pearce High School, Texas, United States |
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| College/University | University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, United States |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor of Science in Speech Communications |
Personal Life
| Religion | Christianity |
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| Caste | Baptist |
| Food Habit | Non-vegetarian |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Affairs/Girlfriends | Robin Turner |
| Marriage Date | 1995 |
Family
| Spouse | Robin Turner |
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| Children | Son - Solomon Turner (Adopted when he was 8 years old) |
Career
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. His family founded the Mount Pisgah Baptist Community Church in Dallas, Texas in 1898. | |
| 2. His parents divorced when he was 10 years old. | |
| 3. While in high school, he worked as a dishwasher at Spring Creek Barbeque in Richardson, Texas. | |
| 4. He received a full academic and athletic scholarship to the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. | |
| 5. During his college years, he met his mentor Tim Johnson weekly for Bible study. | |
| 6. Scott Turner played professionally in the NFL for 10 years from June 1995 to June 2005. | |
| 7. He launched his motivational speaking company in 1996. | |
| 8. His mentor Darrell Green advised him to always prepare for retirement during his NFL career. | |
| 9. As an NFL player, he served as a representative advocating for player benefits and pensions. | |
| 10. Turner worked as the Chief Inspiration Officer at Systemware, Inc. until June 2023. | |
| 11. He has served as CEO and Founder of the Community Engagement & Opportunity Council in Plano, Texas since March 2021. | |
| 12. In June 2023, he assumed the role of Chief Visionary Officer at JPI, a prominent construction and development firm in Dallas, Texas. | |
| 13. He contributes as a Senior Advisor to the NFL's Executive Vice President of Football Operations, Troy Vincent Sr. | |
| 14. Additionally, he serves as an associate pastor at Prestonwood Baptist Church. | |
| 15. Scott Turner played professionally in the NFL for nine years from 1995 to 2004. | |
| 16. A leg injury during training camp in 2004 ended his professional football career. |