Marquez Valdes-Scantling
American football player, Super Bowl Champion
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United States
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An American football player played as a wide receiver in the National Football League (NFL). Drafted by the Green Bay Packers in 2018, contributed to the team until 2021. In 2022, signed with the Kansas City Chiefs. Achieved significant success including participation in Super Bowl LV and winning Super Bowl LVII with the Chiefs. Known for speed and deep receiving ability.
Won Super Bowl LVII with Kansas City Chiefs
Drafted by Green Bay Packers in 2018
Contributed to Packers' NFC Championship win in 2020
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