Rex Grossman
American football quarterback
Born
August 23rd, 1980
45 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played quarterback in the National Football League, primarily with the Chicago Bears. Drafted in the first round of the 2003 NFL Draft. Achieved significant recognition for leading the Bears to Super Bowl XLI in 2007, where the team faced the Indianapolis Colts. Also played for the Washington Redskins towards the end of his career, contributing to team strategies and performance.
Led the Chicago Bears to Super Bowl XLI
Drafted 22nd overall in the 2003 NFL Draft
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