Darrelle Revis

American football cornerback and champion

Darrelle Revis - American football cornerback and champion
Born

July 14th, 1985
39 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played cornerback in the National Football League (NFL) for teams including the New York Jets, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and New England Patriots. Achieved recognition as a premier cover corner, earning multiple Pro Bowl selections. Instrumental in leading the New England Patriots to a Super Bowl LIII victory, solidifying a reputation as one of the top defensive players of his era. Retired with a legacy as one of the greatest cornerbacks in NFL history.

Earning four Pro Bowl selections

Winning Super Bowl LIII with the New England Patriots

Being named an All-Pro multiple times

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