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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