Rex Grossman

American football quarterback

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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