Carlos Hyde

American football running back, Pro Bowl selection

Carlos Hyde - American football running back, Pro Bowl selection
Born

September 20th, 1990
34 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A running back played in the National Football League (NFL) for several teams, including the San Francisco 49ers, Jacksonville Jaguars, and Cleveland Browns. Entered the NFL in 2014 after being selected in the second round of the NFL Draft by the 49ers. Enjoyed a successful college career at Ohio State University, where contributed to a national championship victory in 2014. Achieved a Pro Bowl selection in 2016 after rushing for over 1,000 yards.

Selected in the second round of the 2014 NFL Draft

Rushed for over 1,000 yards in the 2016 season

Contributed to Ohio State's 2014 national championship

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