Date of birth | October 2, 1878 |
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Place of birth | Houston, Texas, U.S. |
Career information | |
Position(s) | Defensive back Kick returner |
US college | Southwest Texas State (1996–1999) |
High school | Aldine (TX) Nimitz |
NFL draft | 2000 / round: 7 / Pick 211 |
Career history | |
As player | |
2000–2001 | Atlanta Falcons |
2003 | Houston Texans |
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