Shaun O'Hara

American football player and sportscaster

Shaun O'Hara - American football player and sportscaster
Born

June 23rd, 1977
47 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played as a center in the National Football League (NFL) for the New York Giants, where a significant career milestone included winning Super Bowl XLII. Transitioned into sports broadcasting after retiring from professional football, contributing to various sports networks and programs.

Won Super Bowl XLII with the New York Giants

Selected for the NFL Pro Bowl in 2008

Served as a sports analyst on ESPN and CBS

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