CHARLES WOODSON BIO

Charles Woodson, one of football's most celebrated players both professionally and collegiately, is entering his sixth season as an analyst for FOX NFL KICKOFF. The show airs Sundays during the football season from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM ET on FOX.

Since 2019, Woodson, a 2021 Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee, has been a key figure in FOX Sports’ NFL and college football studio programming, contributing to the coverage of some of the network’s most significant games over the past four seasons. Notable moments include his return to Ann Arbor for the storied Michigan-Ohio State rivalry last season and 2019 with his participation alongside Reggie Bush and Matt Leinart in "Club Heisman" on BIG NOON KICKOFF.

Woodson had a distinguished 18-season career in the NFL, playing for the Oakland Raiders and Green Bay Packers. His numerous accolades include winning Super Bowl XLV, being named the 2009 Defensive Player of the Year, the 1998 Defensive Rookie of the Year, and receiving the 2015 Art Rooney Sportsmanship Award. In his first year of eligibility, Woodson was elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in February 2021 and was officially enshrined in Canton in August 2021.

During his NFL career, Woodson was selected for the Pro Bowl nine times and also dedicated time to off-the-field pursuits, including launching his own wine and whiskey brand. Intercept by Charles Woodson features a limited-edition Hall of Fame Cabernet Sauvignon, a Chardonnay, a Red Blend and a Sparkling Cre’mant de Bourgogne, all of which have received ratings in the 90s from "Wine Enthusiast." Additionally, Woodson's Bourbon Whiskey marks the debut of his craft spirit line.

Additionally, Woodson became the brand ambassador for FOX Bet. He offered sports wagering insights through appearances on both linear and digital platforms under the FOX Sports umbrella. He also promoted FOX Bet Super 6, a standalone free-to-play app where users can make predictions and compete for real cash prizes.

Before embarking on his professional career, Woodson was a two-time All-American at the University of Michigan. He played a pivotal role in leading the Wolverines to an undefeated season and a National Championship in 1997, the same year he made history as the only primarily defensive player to win the Heisman Trophy.

Married to his wife, April, Woodson is the proud father of two sons, Charles Jr. and Chase. He hails from Fremont, Ohio, where his journey in football and family life began.