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Public records list Carson Palmer as an American football player. Carson Palmer was born on December 27, 1979 in Fresno, California, United States. The age as of 2026 is 46. Schooling on record includes Santa Margarita Catholic High School and University of Southern California. Listed accolades include Heisman Trophy (2002).
My Take
Carson Palmer interests me as a study in elite expectation. A Heisman winner at USC and the first overall pick in 2003, he carried the burden of being the franchise answer almost from day one. Fifteen NFL seasons at quarterback is no accident; it takes resilience against injury, criticism, and the relentless pressure of being the guy. I'm drawn less to his trophy case than to that longevity, the willingness to keep stepping back into the pocket. To me Palmer represents the quietly stubborn professional who absorbs hype, setbacks, and hits alike, then simply keeps throwing.
1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Carson Palmer
- Name (Japanese)
- カーソン・パーマー
- Reading
- かーそん・ぱーまー
- Born
- December 27, 1979 (age 46)
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Capricorn / Goat
- Origin
- Fresno, California, United States
- Height
- 196 cm
- Occupation
- American football player
2. Background
- High school
- Santa Margarita Catholic High School
- University
- University of Southern California
Awards & achievements
- 2002 Heisman Trophy
3. Links
4. About this entry
Tags
- Last updated
- 2026-06-17
Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public or unconfirmed items are omitted. English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.
Frequently asked questions
When was Carson Palmer born?
Born December 27, 1979 (age 46).
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Carson Palmer is from Fresno, California, United States.
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Carson Palmer works as American football player.
How tall is Carson Palmer?
Carson Palmer is 196 cm.
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