Antoine Bethea

American football safety, Super Bowl champion

Antoine Bethea - American football safety, Super Bowl champion
Born

July 27th, 1984
40 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played as a safety in the National Football League (NFL) for 14 seasons. Spent the majority of career with the Indianapolis Colts, contributing to a Super Bowl victory in 2007. Also played for the San Francisco 49ers and the New York Giants, providing veteran experience to the defense. Selected to the Pro Bowl in 2007 and recognized for consistent performance and leadership on the field.

Winning Super Bowl XLI with the Colts

Selected to the Pro Bowl in 2007

Starting safety for multiple seasons

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