Rodney Hampton

American football running back, Super Bowl champion

Rodney Hampton - American football running back, Super Bowl champion
Born

April 3rd, 1969
56 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A running back in American football played for the New York Giants in the National Football League (NFL) from 1990 to 1997. Contributed to the team's victory in Super Bowl XXV, which marked the franchise's second championship. Accumulated over 5,000 rushing yards during his career. Selected in the first round of the 1990 NFL Draft, excelling in both rushing and receiving roles.

Rushed for over 5,000 career yards

Played in Super Bowl XXV with New York Giants

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