Haason Reddick

American football linebacker, Super Bowl player

Haason Reddick - American football linebacker, Super Bowl player
Born

September 22nd, 1994
30 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played college football at Temple University, where earned second-team All-American honors. Selected in the first round of the 2017 NFL Draft by the Arizona Cardinals. Established a reputation as a versatile linebacker, contributing significantly in pass rush and run defense. Joined the Carolina Panthers in 2020, leading the team in sacks. Joined the Philadelphia Eagles in 2022 and participated in Super Bowl LVII. Recognized for his ability to impact games through both tackles and sacks.

First-team All-Pro selection (2023)

Led the Carolina Panthers in sacks (2020)

Contributed to Super Bowl LVII with the Philadelphia Eagles (2023)

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