Art Monk
American football wide receiver, Hall of Famer
Born
December 5th, 1957
67 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played as a wide receiver in the National Football League, primarily with the Washington Redskins. Instrumental in the team's three Super Bowl victories. Accumulated over 900 receptions during a career spanning 16 seasons. Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2008, recognized for exceptional contributions to the sport and enduring legacy.
Won three Super Bowl championships with the Washington Redskins
Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2008
Accumulated over 900 career receptions
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