Brian Cushing

American football linebacker, Super Bowl champion

Brian Cushing - American football linebacker, Super Bowl champion
Born

January 24th, 1987
38 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A professional American football linebacker played for the Houston Texans in the National Football League (NFL). Drafted in the first round of the 2009 NFL Draft, earned the NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year award in 2009. Contributed to the Texans' defense and was a key player during the team's Super Bowl Li appearance. Achieved Pro Bowl selections and was integral in defensive strategies throughout his career.

NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year 2009

Pro Bowl selections in 2011 and 2012

Part of Houston Texans team in Super Bowl Li

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