Charlie Joiner

American football wide receiver

Charlie Joiner - American football wide receiver
Born

October 14th, 1947
77 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played as a wide receiver in the National Football League (NFL) for the Houston Oilers, Cincinnati Bengals, and San Diego Chargers. Recognized for exceptional hands, precise route running, and remarkable consistency throughout a 17-year career. Achieved notable success with the Chargers, contributing to the team's victory in Super Bowl XXIX. Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1996, cementing a legacy as one of the premier wide receivers in NFL history.

Played for the Houston Oilers, Cincinnati Bengals, and San Diego Chargers

Contributed to the Chargers' victory in Super Bowl XXIX

Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1996

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