John Kuhn
American football fullback and Super Bowl champion
Born
September 9th, 1982
42 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played as a fullback in the National Football League (NFL) for several teams, most notably the Green Bay Packers. Contributed to the Packers' victory in Super Bowl XLV. Has a reputation for strong blocking skills and versatility on the field. After going undrafted, signed as a rookie free agent and established a role as a reliable player in both offensive and special teams.
Won Super Bowl XLV with Green Bay Packers
Played for Green Bay Packers from 2007 to 2015
Notable for versatility and blocking skills
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