Richard Dent
American football defensive end, Super Bowl MVP
Born
December 13th, 1960
64 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played as a defensive end in the National Football League (NFL) for the Chicago Bears, San Francisco 49ers, Indianapolis Colts, and the Philadelphia Eagles. Achieved acclaim during the 1985 NFL season, contributing to the Bears' victory in Super Bowl XX. Recognized for performance in the championship game, earning Super Bowl MVP honors. Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2011, highlighting significant contributions to the sport.
Won Super Bowl XX with the Chicago Bears
Selected as Super Bowl MVP in 1986
Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2011
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