Younghoe Koo

American football placekicker, Pro Bowl

Younghoe Koo - American football placekicker, Pro Bowl
Born

August 3rd, 1994
31 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Born in South Korea and later moving to the United States, this placekicker played college football at Georgia Southern University. After going undrafted in the 2017 NFL Draft, signed with the Los Angeles Chargers. Had a notable stint with the Atlanta Falcons, earning recognition for performance in critical games. Achieved a Pro Bowl selection in 2021.

Played for the Los Angeles Chargers

Played for the Atlanta Falcons

Selected to the Pro Bowl in 2021

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