Daryn Colledge

American football player and Super Bowl champion

Daryn Colledge - American football player and Super Bowl champion
Born

February 11th, 1982
43 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Drafted in 2006, played as an offensive lineman in the National Football League (NFL) for multiple teams. Contributed significantly to the success of the Green Bay Packers, helping the team secure a Super Bowl championship in Super Bowl XLV. Played for the Arizona Cardinals and the Miami Dolphins during a career spanning several seasons.

Won Super Bowl XLV with the Green Bay Packers

Played for the Arizona Cardinals

Played for the Miami Dolphins

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