Marlon Humphrey

American football cornerback, Super Bowl champion

Marlon Humphrey - American football cornerback, Super Bowl champion
Born

July 8th, 1996
29 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Professional American football player, primarily played as a cornerback. Drafted by the Baltimore Ravens in the first round of the 2017 NFL Draft. Contributed to the Ravens' Super Bowl victory in Super Bowl LVII and has been recognized for exceptional defensive skills and performance.

Selected in the first round of the 2017 NFL Draft

Part of the Baltimore Ravens' Super Bowl LVII championship team

Named to the Pro Bowl multiple times

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