Kevin Boss

American football tight end, Super Bowl champion

Kevin Boss - American football tight end, Super Bowl champion
Born

January 11th, 1984
41 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 several seasons. Drafted by the New York Giants in 2007, contributed to the team's Super Bowl XLII victory over the New England Patriots. Also played for the Oakland Raiders. Known for exceptional receiving skills and solid blocking ability, ranking among the top tight ends during tenure.

Winning Super Bowl XLII with the New York Giants

Recording over 1,000 receiving yards in the NFL

Playing for the Oakland Raiders

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