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Philip DeWayne Simms Facts: Bio, Age, Height, Weight, Family, and Net Worth

Last Updated on April 10, 2026: By John MP

Philip DeWayne Simms is an American journalist best known for playing Author for the book Sunday Morning Quarterback.

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Best Known For:The television program The NFL Today
Breakthrough:Successfully transitioned to a top-tier NFL broadcast analyst after a Pro Bowl career with the New York Giants in 1995

10 Quick Facts About Philip DeWayne Simms

  • Full Name: Philip DeWayne Simms
  • Nationality: American
  • Profession: Commentator,analyst,TV personality
  • Known For: The television program The NFL Today
  • Current Role: Studio analyst
  • Current Employer: CBS Sports
  • Date of Birth: November 3, 1954
  • Age: 71 years old
  • Place of Birth: Springfield, Kentucky
  • Marital Status: Married
Phil Simms Photo
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Philip DeWayne Simms Age

Philip DeWayne Simms is about 72 years old as of 2026. Philip DeWayne Simms was born in 1954.

Philip DeWayne Simms Height

Philip DeWayne Simms stands at a height of 6 feet 3 inches. This is approximately 191 cm.

Philip DeWayne Simms Weight

Philip DeWayne Simms weighs around 98 kilograms. This is approximately 216 lbs.

Education

He attended Morehead State University, where he earned a Bachelor's degree.

  • Morehead State University
    • Qualification: Bachelor's degree

Career & Work

Philip DeWayne Simms' career includes sports broadcasting roles with CBS Sports and NBC Sports.

Organization: CBS Sports
Role: Analyst
Period: 1998–Present
Details: New York
Organization: CBS Sports
Role: Lead Analyst/Studio Analyst
Period: 1998
Details: New York, NY
Organization: NBC Sports
Role: Game Analyst
Period: 1995–1998
Details: New York, NY

Rise to Fame

Philip DeWayne Simms rose to prominence for his role for the book Sunday Morning Quarterback.

Notable Works

  • Book: Sunday Morning Quarterback (Author, 2004)

Philip DeWayne Simms Family & Relationships

Philip DeWayne Simms is married to Diana Simms. He has 3 children, including Chris Simms and Matt Simms.

  • Children:
    • Chris Simms (1980)
    • Matt Simms (1988)
    • Deirdre Simms

Personal Information

  • Full Name: Philip DeWayne Simms
  • Popular As: Phil Simms
  • Gender: Male
  • Occupation: Commentator,analyst,TV personality
  • Nationality: American
  • Living Status: Alive
  • Ethnicity: White

Birth & Background

  • Date of Birth: November 3, 1954
  • Age: 71
  • Birthday: November 3
  • Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
  • Place of Birth: Springfield, Kentucky

Measurements

  • Height: 6 ft 3 in
  • Weight: 98 kg
  • Hair Color: Blonde

Family & Relationships

  • Marital Status: Married
  • Spouse / Partner: Diana Simms

Net Worth & Income

  • Salary: $45K - $188K (Est)
  • Net Worth: $375K - $3.8M (Est)
  • Source of Income: Employment

Related Biographies

  • Diana Simms (Spouse • Wife)
  • Chris Simms (Child • Son/NFL Analyst)

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