Leonard Fournette

American football running back

Leonard Fournette - American football running back
Born

January 18th, 1995
30 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played college football at Louisiana State University, where achieved significant success. Drafted fourth overall by the Jacksonville Jaguars in the 2017 NFL Draft. Made a notable impact during rookie season, ranking among the league's top rushers. Competed in the 2018 AFC Championship game with the Jaguars. Later played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, contributing to the team’s victory in Super Bowl LV.

Drafted fourth overall in the 2017 NFL Draft

Rushed for over 1,000 yards in rookie season

Won Super Bowl LV with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers

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