Jamie Collins

American football linebacker

Jamie Collins - American football linebacker
Born

October 20th, 1989
36 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played as a linebacker in the National Football League (NFL), primarily with the New England Patriots. Achieved success in professional football, contributing to the team's defense strategies. Claimed a victory in Super Bowl XLIX with the Patriots, showcasing skills and performance in high-stakes games. Later played for the Cleveland Browns and the Detroit Lions, continuing to demonstrate defensive capabilities on the field.

Won Super Bowl XLIX with the New England Patriots

Named to the Pro Bowl in 2015

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