Tim Jennings

American football cornerback with Pro Bowl

Tim Jennings - American football cornerback with Pro Bowl
Born

December 24th, 1983
41 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Played as a cornerback in the National Football League (NFL) primarily for the Chicago Bears. Drafted in 2006 from the University of Georgia, contributed to the Bears defense with notable performance. Achieved Pro Bowl selection in 2012 after leading the league in interceptions. Continued to play for various teams until 2016, demonstrating consistent playing abilities throughout his career.

Selected for the Pro Bowl in 2012

Led the NFL in interceptions in 2012

Played for the Chicago Bears from 2010 to 2013

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