Aeneas Williams

American football Hall of Fame cornerback

Aeneas Williams - American football Hall of Fame cornerback
Born

January 29th, 1968
57 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played as a cornerback in the National Football League for the Phoenix Cardinals and the New Orleans Saints. Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2014. Recognized for exceptional defense skills and contribution to the game during a successful football career spanning from 1991 to 2004. Also engaged in various community service activities post-retirement.

Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2014

Selected to 5 Pro Bowl teams

Named an All-Pro player 3 times

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