Steve Largent
American football player and politician
Born
September 28th, 1954
70 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played as a wide receiver for the Seattle Seahawks from 1976 to 1989. Achieved three Pro Bowl selections and was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1995. Served as a U.S. Congressman representing Oklahoma's 1st congressional district from 1994 to 2002. Contributed to various legislative initiatives, focused on telecommunications and technology issues.
Three-time Pro Bowl selection
Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee
Served as U.S. Congressman
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