Dalton Schultz

Dalton Schultz: biography

Dalton Schultz is a professional American football tight end who is a free agent.

Childhood and youth

Dalton Schultz was born on July 11, 1996, in Sandy, Utah. He grew up in a family of football enthusiasts, with his father, Stacy, playing college football at Kansas and his mother, Kim, also a big football fan. Schultz attended Carroll Senior High School in Southlake, where he played football and was a standout player on the team.

During his high school years, Schultz was a versatile athlete, playing both tight end and defensive end, and he also competed in track and field events. As a senior, he recorded 22 catches for 278 yards and five touchdowns, and was named to the All-District team.

After graduating from high school, Schultz received offers from several colleges, ultimately choosing to attend Stanford University to play football. He had a successful college career, playing in 39 games over three seasons and catching 55 passes for 555 yards and five touchdowns. He also earned Pac-12 All-Academic honorable mention in 2016 and 2017, demonstrating his dedication both on and off the field.

Schultz's childhood and youth were shaped by his love for football and his family's support for the sport. His passion and dedication to the game, as well as his athletic abilities, helped him achieve success at both the high school and college levels, leading to his eventual career as a professional football player in the NFL.

Football career

Dalton Schultz has had a successful professional football career since he was drafted by the Dallas Cowboys in the fourth round of the 2018 NFL Draft. After a relatively quiet rookie season, Schultz emerged as a valuable contributor to the team's offense in 2020 and has continued to play a key role in the team's success.

In his rookie year, Schultz played in 11 games for the Cowboys, recording 12 receptions for 116 yards. He showed promise as a pass-catching tight end, but his production was limited due to the presence of veteran tight end Jason Witten on the team.

Schultz's breakout season came in 2020, when he became a starting tight end for the Cowboys after Blake Jarwin suffered a season-ending injury in the team's first game. Schultz quickly established himself as a reliable target for quarterback Dak Prescott, finishing the season with 63 receptions for 615 yards and four touchdowns. He was one of the team's top receivers, and his contributions helped the Cowboys rank first in the NFL in total offense.

Schultz's success in 2020 was due in part to his ability to create separation from defenders and find open space in the middle of the field. He also demonstrated excellent hands and the ability to make contested catches, often coming down with receptions in traffic. In addition to his receiving abilities, Schultz also showed improvement as a blocker, helping to open up holes in the running game.

In the 2021 season, Schultz continued to be a key contributor to the Cowboys' offense. He started all 17 games, finishing the season with 82 receptions for 833 yards and four touchdowns. His reception total was the second-highest on the team, and he was a dependable target for Prescott throughout the season.

Schultz's success as a professional football player can be attributed to his work ethic and dedication to improving his skills. He has shown a willingness to put in the hard work necessary to succeed in the NFL, both on and off the field. His versatility as both a pass-catcher and a blocker has made him an invaluable asset to the Cowboys, and his ability to make plays in critical situations has helped the team win important games.

Personal life

It’s known that Dalton is married to his wife Laurel Heinrich. They have two children together.

Schultz is known for his dedication to his family, and he often shares photos and updates about his wife and son on his social media accounts. In addition to his family, Schultz is also committed to giving back to his community. He has participated in various charitable events, including visits to children's hospitals and youth football clinics.

Off the field, Schultz enjoys outdoor activities such as fishing and hunting. He also enjoys spending time with his family and friends. While he is focused on his football career, Schultz has mentioned in interviews that he hopes to pursue other interests and hobbies after he retires from the NFL.

Accomplishments and achievements

• Two-time All-State tight end at Bingham High School in South Jordan, Utah (2013, 2014)
• Played college football at Stanford University, where he was a two-time All-Pac-12 honorable mention (2016, 2017)
• Drafted by the Dallas Cowboys in the fourth round of the 2018 NFL Draft
• Played in all 16 games in the 2019 NFL season, recording 13 receptions for 92 yards
• Emerged as a starting tight end for the Cowboys in the 2020 NFL season after Blake Jarwin's injury
• Recorded 63 receptions for 615 yards and four touchdowns in the 2020 NFL season
• Named the NFC Offensive Player of the Week for Week 11 of the 2020 NFL season, after recording 4 receptions for 25 yards and two touchdowns in a game against the Minnesota Vikings
• Played in all 17 games in the 2021 NFL season, recording 82 receptions for 833 yards and four touchdowns
• Signed a two-year contract extension with the Dallas Cowboys in March 2022, worth $6.6 million