Cornelius Griffin

American football player, defensive tackle

Cornelius Griffin - American football player, defensive tackle
Born

December 3rd, 1976
48 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played professional American football as a defensive tackle. Achieved recognition during a decade-long career in the National Football League (NFL). Played for the New York Jets and the Washington Football Team, contributing to the team's defensive strategies. Showed significant skills in blocking and tackling, which led to multiple seasons as a starting player. After retirement, involvement in community programs aimed at promoting youth sports and education.

Played for the New York Jets

Played for the Washington Football Team

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