Jammal Brown
American football offensive tackle
Born
March 30th, 1981
43 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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An American football offensive tackle, played for the New Orleans Saints and the Washington Football Team in the National Football League (NFL). Drafted by the Saints in the first round of the 2005 NFL Draft. Contributed to the Saints' victory in Super Bowl XLIV.
Played in Super Bowl XLIV
Drafted 18th overall by the New Orleans Saints in 2005
Selected for the Pro Bowl in 2006
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