Greg Warren

American football player, long snapper

Greg Warren - American football player, long snapper
Born

October 18th, 1981
44 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played as a long snapper in the National Football League (NFL). Started career with the Pittsburgh Steelers, contributing to the team's special teams unit. Achieved a significant role with the team, helping secure a victory in Super Bowl XL in 2006. Later joined the Carolina Panthers, continuing to serve as a long snapper and participating in multiple seasons.

Won Super Bowl XL with Pittsburgh Steelers

Played for Carolina Panthers in the NFL

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