Michael Floyd

American football wide receiver

Michael Floyd - American football wide receiver
Born

November 27th, 1989
35 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played college football at the University of Notre Dame, earning accolades as a standout wide receiver. Selected by the Arizona Cardinals in the first round of the 2012 NFL Draft. Played for multiple NFL teams, including the Minnesota Vikings and the New England Patriots. Achieved a significant career milestone by winning Super Bowl LI with the Patriots.

Drafted 13th overall in the 2012 NFL Draft

Won Super Bowl LI with the New England Patriots

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