YouTuber and NFL Player
Although he is a full-time NFL player, he is also a part-time YouTuber who let's you in on his day-to-day life with cooking segments, vlogs and sit down interviews with other NFL players on his Big Time Hank YouTube channel.
His YouTube bio reads "I'm Johnathan Hankins, Defensive tackle #95 Join me on my journey through this season and my life. BTH "Born To Hustle" is my brand and my values. Follow me on my born-to-hustle story."
And very fitting for this five things to know, Hankins answered some questions about a year ago on his channel from his Instagram followers.
Self-Proclaimed Movie Critic
Outside of football, Hankins said that he enjoys watching movies.
"I think I'm a movie critic," he told the Indianapolis Colts in 2018. "I literally go the movies by myself most of the time, I like going to the movies and rating movies."
And if you're wondering what his favorite movie is, it's "Fast and Furious 7".
Reunited with AD
In signing Hankins, the Seahawks helped reunite Hankins with his former defensive line coach, and now Seahawks defensive coordinator, Aden Durde. During Hankins' two seasons in Dallas, Hankins played in 19 games, he was acquired in the middle of the 2022 season by the Cowboys. This past season Hankins started in all 14 games that he played in, recording 3.0 sacks, two passes defensed and 27 tackles.
Former RB
OK, the title may have been a stretch, but through his youth football years Hankins did play running back, along with tight end and wide receiver. But when he had his growth spurt, it was clear his size would be better suited for another position.
"We woke up and we saw this giant in the house," Louise Ward, Hankins' mom told Cleveland.com in 2012. "It was like he grew overnight."
Now, the six-foot-three, 325-pounder probably wouldn't be the one catching passes but it's not unheard of for someone his size to… (roll the George Fant highlights).
Hotel Owner
Just a week after getting married, in June 2023, Hankins broke ground for the start of a Wyndham Hotel in Blackfoot, Idaho.
"This has been an amazing experience," Hankins said on his YouTube channel. "Never thought one day I would own a hotel, but I do now. Right now, we're just trying to add more value to the community and create more opportunities for the small businesses in the area."
And of course, he vlogged his whole experience.
The Seahawks signed veteran defensive lineman Johnathan Hankins on March 19, 2024. Hankins has gone on to play for the Giants, Colts, Raiders and most recently, the Dallas Cowboys.
Ohio State defenders Jermale Hines (7), Brian Rolle (36), Johnathan Hankins (52) and Cameron Heyward (97) gang tackle Marshall running back Martin Ward during the first half of an NCAA college football game Thursday, Sept 2, 2010, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Terry Gilliam)
Ohio State running back Jordan Hall (7) is tackled by Johnathan Hankins (52) during an NCAA college football Spring Game Saturday, April 23, 2011, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Terry Gilliam)
Ohio State's Johnathan Hankins (52) grabs the face mask of Nebraska's Rex Burkhead, right, while going after quarterback Taylor Martinez, center, in the second half of their NCAA college football game in Lincoln, Neb., Saturday, Oct. 8, 2011. Nebraska defeated Ohio State 34-27. (AP Photo/Dave Weaver)
Ohio State defensive lineman Johnathan Hankins (52) during the second half of an NCAA college football game in Bloomington, Ind., Saturday, Oct. 13, 2012. Ohio State won the game 52-49. (AP Photo/Sam Riche)
Ohio State defensive lineman Johnathan Hankins (52) during the second half of an NCAA college football game in Bloomington, Ind., Saturday, Oct. 13, 2012. Ohio State won the game 52-49. (AP Photo/Sam Riche)
Ohio State University defensive lineman Johnathan Hankins runs field drills at the 2013 NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, on February 25, 2013. (AP Photo/Ben Liebenberg)
Ohio State defensive lineman Johnathan Hankins runs a drill during the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, Monday, Feb. 25, 2013. (AP Photo/Dave Martin)
New York Giants' Johnathan Hankins (96) reacts as Philadelphia Eagles' Evan Mathis looks on during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 6, 2013, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
Houston Texans quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick (14) is sacked by New York Giants defensive tackle Johnathan Hankins (95) in the second quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 21, 2014, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)
New York Giants defensive tackle Johnathan Hankins, left, and strong safety Antrel Rolle celebrate after Hankins forced a fumble from Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) throws a pass while New York Giants defensive tackle Johnathan Hankins (95) attempts to block it during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2014, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Blake Bortles (5) is sacked by New York Giants defensive tackle Johnathan Hankins (95) as defensive end Robert Ayers (91), right, helps during the second half of an NFL football game in Jacksonville, Fla., Sunday, Nov. 30, 2014. The Jaguars won 25-24.(AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Tennessee Titans quarterback Zach Mettenberger (7) passes as he is hit by New York Giants defensive tackle Johnathan Hankins (95) in the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 7, 2014, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Zaleski)
St. Louis Rams running back Tre Mason, center, struggles for yardage as New York Giants strong safety Antrel Rolle, left, and defensive tackle Johnathan Hankins, right, defend during the second half of NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 21, 2014, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
New York Jets center Nick Mangold (74) blocks New York Giants' Johnathan Hankins (95) during the first half of a preseason NFL football game Saturday, Aug. 29, 2015 in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo (9) lays on the field after being sacked by New York Giants defensive end Jason Pierre-Paul (90) as Mike Patterson (93) and Johnathan Hankins (95) stand near during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 19, 2014, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/LM Otero)
New York Giants defensive tackle Johnathan Hankins (95) runs on the field with teammates Jonathan Casillas (52) and Jay Bromley (96) before an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 18, 2016, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)
Baltimore Ravens' Ryan Jensen (66) blocks New York Giants' Johnathan Hankins (95) as Terrance West (28) rushes during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 16, 2016, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver A.J. Green (18) pushes for extra yards against New York Giants outside linebacker Jonathan Casillas (52), defensive end Olivier Vernon (54) defensive tackle Johnathan Hankins (95) during the first quarter of an NFL football game, Monday, Nov. 14, 2016, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
New York Giants defensive tackle Johnathan Hankins (95) reacts after Chicago Bears kicker Connor Barth (4) missed a field goal during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 20, 2016, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
Cleveland Browns quarterback DeShone Kizer (7) is hit as he throws by Indianapolis Colts defensive end Johnathan Hankins (95) during the first half of an NFL football game in Indianapolis, Sunday, Sept. 24, 2017. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Indianapolis Colts defensive end Johnathan Hankins (95) lines up across from Jacksonville Jaguars offensive tackle Jermey Parnell (78) during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 3, 2017, in Jacksonville, Fla. The Jaguars won 30-10. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Oakland Raiders defensive tackle Johnathan Hankins (90) runs onto the field prior to an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018 in Carson, Calif. (Jacob Gonzalez via AP)
Indianapolis Colts running back Marlon Mack (25) runs against Oakland Raiders defensive tackle Johnathan Hankins (90) during the first half of an NFL football game in Oakland, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 28, 2018. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)
Oakland Raiders defensive tackle Johnathan Hankins (90) before an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs Sunday, Sept. 15, 2019, in Oakland, Calif. (AP Photo/D. Ross Cameron)
Indianapolis Colts quarterback Jacoby Brissett (7) throws as he's hit by Oakland Raiders defensive tackle Johnathan Hankins (90) during the first half of an NFL football game in Indianapolis, Sunday, Sept. 29, 2019. (AP Photo/Doug McSchooler)
New York Jets running back Le'Veon Bell is tackled by Oakland Raiders' Johnathan Hankins, left, during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 24, 2019, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
Kansas City Chiefs running back Darwin Thompson (34) is pushed out of bounds by Oakland Raiders defensive tackle Johnathan Hankins (90) during the second half of an NFL football game in Kansas City, Mo., Sunday, Dec. 1, 2019. (AP Photo/Reed Hoffmann)
Las Vegas Raiders' Johnathan Hankins reacts after recovering a fumble during the first half an NFL football game against the New York Jets, Sunday, Dec. 6, 2020, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Noah K. Murray)
Las Vegas Raiders defensive tackle Johnathan Hankins (90) sacks Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) during the second half of an NFL football game, Saturday, Dec. 26, 2020, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Steve Marcus)
Las Vegas Raiders defensive tackle Johnathan Hankins (90) reacts after a defensive stop in the second half during an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 19, 2021, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Justin Berl)
Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Solomon Thomas (92) and defensive tackle Johnathan Hankins (90) celebrate sacking Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) during the second half of an NFL football game in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Sept. 19, 2021. (AP Photo/Don Wright)
Kansas City Chiefs running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire (25) rushes against Las Vegas Raiders defensive tackle Johnathan Hankins (90) during an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 12, 2021, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Peter Aiken)
Arizona Cardinals running back James Conner, center, is tackled by Las Vegas Raiders linebacker Divine Deablo (5) and defensive tackle Johnathan Hankins (90) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 18, 2022, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher)
Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle Johnathan Hankins (95) sacks Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) during the second half of an NFL wild-card football game, Monday, Jan. 16, 2023, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)
Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle Johnathan Hankins (95) walks the sidelines during an NFL football game against the New York Giants on Sunday, Sept. 10, 2023, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Rusty Jones)
Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle Johnathan Hankins (95) during an NFL football game against the New York Giants, Sunday, Nov. 12, 2023, in Arlington, TX. (AP Photo/Tyler Kaufman)
Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle Johnathan Hankins (95) pictured before an NFL football game against the Washington Commanders, Sunday, January 7, 2024 in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Daniel Kucin Jr.)
