Deatrich Wise Jr. is a professional American football defensive end currently playing for the Washington Commanders in the NFL. He played college football at the University of Arkansas before being drafted by the New England Patriots in the fourth round of the 2017 NFL Draft.
On July 26, 1994, Deatrich Wise Jr. was born.
In 2012, Deatrich Wise Jr. enrolled at the University of Arkansas to begin his college football career.
In 2013, Deatrich Wise Jr. made the First-Year SEC Academic Honor Roll.
In 2016, Deatrich Wise Jr. graduated from Arkansas with a degree in kinesiology.
On March 15, 2017, Deatrich Wise Jr. participated at Arkansas' Pro Day to showcase his skills to NFL scouts.
On May 18, 2017, Deatrich Wise Jr. signed a four-year contract with the New England Patriots.
In 2018, Deatrich Wise Jr. finished the season with 30 tackles and 4.5 sacks. He helped the Patriots win Super Bowl LIII against the Los Angeles Rams.
During Week 3 of the 2020 season, Deatrich Wise Jr. strip sacked Derek Carr and recovered the ball in the end zone for his first career touchdown.
On March 19, 2021, Deatrich Wise Jr. re-signed with the Patriots on a four-year deal.
In 2022, Deatrich Wise Jr. had a career year, starting 16 games and recording career highs in sacks and tackles.
On February 8, 2024, Deatrich Wise Jr. was inducted into Hebron High's Hall of Fame.
In 2024, Deatrich Wise Jr. became a part time owner of the Cambridge, Massachusetts restaurant Veggie Galaxy.