Jeremy Shockey
American football tight end and Super Bowl champion
Born
August 18th, 1980
44 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played as a tight end in the National Football League (NFL) for the New York Giants and the New Orleans Saints. Achieved significant success, including two Pro Bowl selections. Won Super Bowl XLII with the New York Giants. Retired after contributing to the Saints, helping the team secure its first Super Bowl title in franchise history at Super Bowl XLIV.
Won Super Bowl XLII with New York Giants
Selected to two Pro Bowls
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