Shayne Graham
American Football Placekicker
Born
December 9th, 1977
47 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Graham played as a placekicker in the National Football League (NFL) for multiple teams including the Cincinnati Bengals and the Baltimore Ravens. His career in the NFL spanned from 2000 to 2017. Graham achieved a successful field goal percentage and was recognized for his reliable kicking ability. He earned Pro Bowl selections during his time with the Bengals and contributed to playoff appearances. He also achieved notable achievements in accuracy with field goals during various seasons.
Played for the Cincinnati Bengals
Selected to the Pro Bowl in 2005
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