Randall McDaniel

American football guard and Pro Bowler

Randall McDaniel - American football guard and Pro Bowler
Born

December 19th, 1964
60 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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This individual played college football at Arizona State University before being drafted by the Minnesota Vikings in 1988. A standout offensive guard, contributions led the Vikings to multiple playoff appearances throughout the 1990s. Earned Pro Bowl selections in 1990 and every year through 1998, receiving All-Pro honors several times. In 2009, inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, recognizing excellence in the sport.

Played for the Minnesota Vikings from 1988 to 1999

Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2009

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