Deion Sanders
Professional football and baseball player
Born
August 9th, 1967
57 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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An athlete excelled in both American football and baseball. Played as a cornerback and return specialist in the NFL, primarily with the Atlanta Falcons and San Francisco 49ers. Achieved two Super Bowl victories with the 49ers and the Dallas Cowboys. In baseball, played for teams including the New York Yankees and Atlanta Braves. One of the few athletes to compete at a high level in two major sports simultaneously.
Won two Super Bowl Championships
Played in the MLB for five seasons
Selected to eight Pro Bowls
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