Kurt Warner

American football player, Super Bowl MVP

Kurt Warner - American football player, Super Bowl MVP
Born

June 22nd, 1971
53 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A former American football player played as a quarterback. Career initiated in the Arena Football League, gaining recognition with the St. Louis Rams. Led the Rams to a victory in Super Bowl XXXIV and earned the Super Bowl MVP title. Later played for the New York Giants and the Arizona Cardinals, reaching another Super Bowl with the Cardinals in Super Bowl XLIII. Transitioned to a successful career as a sportscaster after retirement.

Led St. Louis Rams to Super Bowl XXXIV championship

Earned Super Bowl MVP honors

Appeared in Super Bowl XLIII with Arizona Cardinals

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