Dante Wesley

American football cornerback

Dante Wesley - American football cornerback
Born

April 5th, 1979
46 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A cornerback in professional American football, had a career spanning several seasons in the National Football League (NFL). Played for teams including the Carolina Panthers, the Chicago Bears, and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Contributed on special teams and as a defensive player, participating in playoff games during his NFL tenure.

Played for the Carolina Panthers

Reached the NFC Championship game

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