Cris Carter

American football wide receiver and analyst

Cris Carter - American football wide receiver and analyst
Born

November 25th, 1965
59 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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An accomplished professional football player, a prominent wide receiver in the National Football League (NFL). Played the majority of his career with the Minnesota Vikings. Achieved significant success during the 1990s, earning election to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2013. Transitioned to a career in sports broadcasting after retirement, contributing as an analyst on programs like ESPN's 'Sunday NFL Countdown.'

Caught 1,004 passes during NFL career

Earned eight Pro Bowl selections

Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame

Achieved a league-high 17 touchdown receptions in 1995

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