Cortez Kennedy

American football defensive tackle

Cortez Kennedy - American football defensive tackle
Born

August 23rd, 1968
56 years ago

Died

2017
8 years ago — 49 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A prominent defensive tackle in American football, this player spent his entire NFL career with the Seattle Seahawks from 1990 to 2000. Earning three Pro Bowl selections, he distinguished himself with his exceptional ability to disrupt opposing offenses. In 1992, he was awarded the NFL Defensive Player of the Year for his outstanding performance on the field. After retiring, he was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2012, cementing his legacy as one of the greats in the sport.

Three-time Pro Bowl selection

1992 NFL Defensive Player of the Year

Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2012

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