Josh Freeman

American football quarterback

Josh Freeman - American football quarterback
Born

January 13th, 1988
37 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played college football at Kansas State University, achieving significant recognition and success. Selected in the first round of the 2009 NFL Draft by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Served as the starting quarterback for the Buccaneers and set a franchise record for passing yards in a single game. Later played for teams including the Minnesota Vikings and the Pittsburgh Steelers. His time in the NFL featured key performances and contributions to various teams.

Set a franchise record for Tampa Bay Buccaneers with 420 passing yards in a game.

Drafted in the first round of the 2009 NFL Draft.

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