Damon Harrison
American football defensive tackle
Born
November 29th, 1988
36 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A professional American football player primarily played as a defensive tackle. Harrison entered the NFL in 2012 as an undrafted free agent. He played for the New York Jets, where he made a name as a reliable run-stopper, earning accolades for defensive skills. Later, he joined the New York Giants, contributing significantly to the team's defense and playing a key role in their 2016 campaign. Harrison's ability to occupy blockers and disrupt opposing offenses was instrumental in his teams' defensive strategies throughout his career.
Played for New York Jets and New York Giants
Selected to the Pro Bowl in 2016
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