Christian Kirk

American Football Wide Receiver

Christian Kirk - American Football Wide Receiver
Born

November 18th, 1996
28 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played college football at Texas A&M University. Drafted by the Arizona Cardinals in the 2nd round of the 2018 NFL Draft. Contributed to the team's offense as a wide receiver, playing a key role in various games. Joined the Jacksonville Jaguars in 2022, recording significant statistics in receiving yards and touchdowns.

Achieved over 3,000 receiving yards in NFL career

Recorded 8 touchdowns in 2021 season

Led Arizona Cardinals in receiving yards in 2020

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