Joey Galloway

American football player and sportscaster

Joey Galloway - American football player and sportscaster
Born

November 20th, 1971
53 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played as a wide receiver in the National Football League (NFL) for several teams including the Seattle Seahawks, Dallas Cowboys, and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Achieved over 10,000 career receiving yards and was a first-round draft pick in 1995. Transitioned to a career in broadcasting after retiring from professional football, serving as an analyst for ESPN. His contributions to both playing and media analysis shaped discussions around the sport.

Amassed over 10,000 career receiving yards

First-round draft pick in 1995 NFL Draft

Analyzed NFL games for ESPN

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