Elvis Dumervil

American football linebacker, Pro Bowl selection

Elvis Dumervil - American football linebacker, Pro Bowl selection
Born

January 19th, 1984
41 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played as a linebacker in the National Football League (NFL) for the Miami Dolphins and Denver Broncos. Achieved distinction as one of the league's top pass rushers. Dumervil recorded an impressive 17 sacks in the 2012 season, leading the NFL. Throughout a career that spanned from 2006 to 2018, he was recognized for his speed and technique on the field. His contributions helped the Denver Broncos win Super Bowl 50.

Recorded 17 sacks in the 2012 NFL season

Selected to the Pro Bowl multiple times

Part of the Super Bowl 50 winning team

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