Eric Fisher

American football offensive tackle

Eric Fisher - American football offensive tackle
Born

January 5th, 1991
34 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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An offensive tackle in American football, played for the Kansas City Chiefs. Drafted first overall in the 2013 NFL Draft. Contributed to the Chiefs' victory in Super Bowl LIV. Played college football at Central Michigan University, where earned All-American honors.

First overall pick in the 2013 NFL Draft

Member of the Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl LIV championship team

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