Gerald McCoy

NFL defensive tackle, Pro Bowl selections

Gerald McCoy - NFL defensive tackle, Pro Bowl selections
Born

February 25th, 1988
37 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Started professional career in 2010 as a defensive tackle. Played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for nine seasons and was selected to the Pro Bowl six times. Later played for the Carolina Panthers and the Dallas Cowboys. Recognized for contributions to the game with significant tackles and sack statistics throughout a successful career. Also engaged in community service, supporting programs aimed at youth development.

Selected to the Pro Bowl six times

Played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Recorded 59.5 career sacks

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