Amarius Mims

Amarius Tyron Mims (born October 14, 2002) is an American football offensive tackle for the Cincinnati Bengals of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Georgia Bulldogs, where he won consecutive national championships in 2021 and 2022. Mims was selected by the Bengals in the first round of the 2024 NFL draft.

Early life and high school
Mims was born on October 14, 2002, in Cochran, Georgia. He played football at Bleckley County High School and was rated a five-star recruit before committed to play college football for the Georgia Bulldogs.

College career
Mims played in seven games as a freshman with the Bulldogs. After the season, He entered the NCAA transfer portal, but ultimately decided to return to Georgia for his sophomore season. Mims played in the first 12 games of his sophomore season as a reserve. Following an injury to starting right tackle Warren McClendon, he started in the 2022 Peach Bowl and the national championship. Mims declared for the 2024 NFL draft following the 2023 season.

Professional career
Mims was selected by the Cincinnati Bengals with the 18th overall pick in the 2024 NFL draft.