Justin Houston

American football linebacker, Pro Bowler

Justin Houston - American football linebacker, Pro Bowler
Born

January 21st, 1989
36 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A prominent linebacker played in the National Football League (NFL) primarily for the Kansas City Chiefs. Houston was selected in the third round of the 2011 NFL Draft. Spent several seasons establishing a reputation as a formidable pass rusher. Recorded a career-high 22 sacks in the 2014 season, leading the league and earning a first-team All-Pro selection. Demonstrated strong defensive skills and contributed to the Chiefs' defensive strategies during playoff appearances.

Recorded 22 sacks in the 2014 NFL season

Selected to the Pro Bowl multiple times

First-team All-Pro in 2014

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