Malik Nabers
American football wide receiver at LSU
Played college football at Louisiana State University as a wide receiver. During the 2022 season, compiled 1,017 receiving yards and 3 touchdowns. Contributed to LSU's victory in the Citrus Bowl against Purdue. Demonstrated exceptional route-running skills and reliable hands, becoming a key offensive player for the Tigers.
Accumulated over 1,000 receiving yards in a season
Played a pivotal role in LSU's Citrus Bowl victory
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Spanish actress in Cinema Paradiso
Born
July 28th, 1975 51 years ago
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American poet and Pulitzer Prize winner
Born
July 28th, 1927 99 years ago
Died
September 3rd, 2017 9 years ago — 90 years old
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July 28th, 1979 47 years ago
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Actor and singer from the 1920s
Born
July 28th, 1901 125 years ago
Died
July 3rd, 1986 40 years ago — 84 years old
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Born
July 28th, 1896 130 years ago
Died
January 30th, 1926 100 years ago — 29 years old
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Greek politician and Prime Minister
Born
July 28th, 1974 52 years ago
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