Sidy Sow

Player Information

Cheikhe Sidy Sow is a Canadian professional football offensive tackle for the Houston Texans of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Eastern Michigan Eagles after playing in Canada. Born on June 10, 1998, in Granby, Quebec, Sow had a standout career at Eastern Michigan, where he became the all-time leader in games played and starts for the Eagles. Drafted in 2023 by the New England Patriots, he has quickly made his mark in the NFL.
Full Name :
Cheikhe Sidy Sow
Birthdate :
10 June 1998
Birthplace :
Granby, Quebec, Canada
Gender :
Male
Height (cm) :
196
Weight (kg) :
144
Nationality :
Canadian
Education :
Champlain (Lennoxville, Quebec) (High School), Eastern Michigan (College)
Career Started :
2023
Notable Achievements :
First-team All-MAC (2021, 2022), Third-team All-MAC (2020)
Current Team :
Houston Texans
Previous Teams :
New England Patriots (From 2023, To 2024)
Drafted :
2023
Drafted by :
New England Patriots
Active Status :
From - 2023, To - Present
Contract :
Contract Year 2025 to 2026

Biography

Sidy Sow is an offensive lineman for the New England Patriots, drafted in 2023. He is recognized for his versatility, having played primarily at right guard and also taking on roles at left tackle and fullback. Sow’s disciplined approach is apparent, with only one penalty during his rookie season. He has a notable college career at Eastern Michigan, where he became an all-time leader in games played and started. Uncover more about his path and future potential.

Early Life

Sidy Sow is the son of Vicky Lavalliere and has two sisters, Yacine Sow and Bryana Tabet-Lavalliere.

From a young age, Sow exhibited remarkable resolve and resilience, which would later define his path to the NFL. He balanced his passion for football with academics, pursuing a major in criminal justice during his college years.

His dedication to the sport was apparent during his time at Eastern Michigan, where he made a notable impact by becoming an all-time leader in both games played and games started.

Family Life

Sidy Sow, an NFL player, attributes much of his success to the steadfast support of his mother, Vicky Lavalliere, who has played a significant role in shaping his life and career.

He enjoys a close-knit relationship with his sisters, Yacine Sow and Bryana Tabet-Lavalliere, highlighting the strong family bonds that have been instrumental in his path.

The Sow family’s involvement in community initiatives is remarkable, with Sidy actively participating in events like Salute to Service and Wear Orange Weekend, reflecting their commitment to giving back and making a positive impact.

Career

Sidy Sow was drafted by the New England Patriots in 2023, making an immediate impact by starting 13 games as a rookie. He showcased impressive versatility, playing primarily at right guard, while also taking on roles at left tackle and fullback.

Significantly, Sow committed only one penalty during his rookie season, highlighting his discipline and effectiveness on the offensive line.

In 2024, he shifted to starting at left guard after recovering from an ankle injury.

Prior to his NFL career, Sow earned Top-team All-MAC honors at Eastern Michigan, where he became the all-time leader in both games played and starts for the program.

Net Worth

As of 2023, Sidy Sow’s net worth is estimated to be around $1 million, primarily derived from his rookie contract with the New England Patriots, which is reflective of a fourth-round draft pick’s earnings.

His annual salary from this contract is approximately $1 million.

As he progresses in his career, his financial earnings may increase through endorsement deals and future contract negotiations.