Carson Palmer is a former professional American football quarterback who played in the National Football League (NFL) for 15 seasons. He was born on December 27, 1979, in Fresno, California. Palmer played college football at the University of Southern California (USC) and was selected as the first overall pick in the 2003 NFL Draft by the Cincinnati Bengals. During his career, Palmer also played for the Oakland Raiders and the Arizona Cardinals. He was known for his strong arm and ability to read defenses. Palmer was selected to the Pro Bowl three times and retired in 2017, leaving a significant impact on the teams he played for.