Blair Walsh
American football kicker, 2012 Pro Bowler
Played as a kicker in the National Football League. Walsh was drafted by the Minnesota Vikings in the sixth round of the 2012 NFL Draft. During the 2012 season, achieved success with 35 field goals made, ranking among the top kickers. Contributed to the Vikings' playoff run, leading to a Pro Bowl selection. Later played for the Seattle Seahawks and the Atlanta Falcons.
Selected to the 2012 Pro Bowl
Led the NFL in field goals made in 2012
Played for Minnesota Vikings from 2012 to 2016
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Tom Watson
English politician and deputy leader
Born
January 8th, 1967 59 years ago
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Professional basketball player, NBA champion
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January 8th, 1967 59 years ago
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January 8th, 1977 49 years ago
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January 8th, 1994 32 years ago
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January 8th, 1992 34 years ago
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American author of fantasy novels
Born
January 8th, 1944 82 years ago
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