Blake Costanzo

American football linebacker

Blake Costanzo - American football linebacker
Born

April 14th, 1984
41 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played in the National Football League as a linebacker. Contributions included time with the Chicago Bears and the San Francisco 49ers. Competed in the 2010 NFC Championship game with the Bears. Known for special teams play and defensive contributions throughout a professional career spanning several seasons.

Played for the Chicago Bears

Competed in the 2010 NFC Championship game

Played for the San Francisco 49ers

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