Barry Sanders
American football running back, NFL champion
Born
July 16th, 1968
57 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played as a running back in the National Football League, primarily for the Detroit Lions. Recorded over 15,000 rushing yards during his career, ranking among the top rushers in NFL history. Won the NFL Most Valuable Player award in 1997 and was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2004.
Won the NFL MVP award in 1997
Achieved over 15,000 career rushing yards
Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2004
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