Chuck Howley

American football linebacker, Super Bowl MVP

Chuck Howley - American football linebacker, Super Bowl MVP
Born

June 28th, 1936
88 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A professional American football player, played as a linebacker in the National Football League (NFL). Spent the majority of the career with the Dallas Cowboys. Achieved recognition for exceptional defensive skills and played a pivotal role in the team's success during the 1960s and 1970s. Earned the Super Bowl MVP award for performance in Super Bowl V, becoming the first player to receive the honor while playing for the losing team. Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2023.

Won Super Bowl MVP in Super Bowl V

Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2023

Played for the Dallas Cowboys

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