Randy Fuller (American football)

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Randy Fuller
Born: (1970-06-02) June 2, 1970 (age 54)
Griffin, Georgia, U.S.
Career information
Position(s) Cornerback
College Tennessee State University
Career history
As player
1994 Denver Broncos
1995–1997 Pittsburgh Steelers
1998 Atlanta Falcons
1999 Seattle Seahawks

Randy Fuller (born June 2, 1970) is a former professional American football player who played cornerback for six seasons for the Denver Broncos, Pittsburgh Steelers. Atlanta Falcons, and Seattle Seahawks. He was selected by the Broncos in the fourth round of the 1994 NFL draft. [1] He is known for breaking up the "Hail Mary" pass from Jim Harbaugh intended for Aaron Bailey in the 1995 AFC Championship Game to secure the Steelers victory, sending them to their fifth Super Bowl (XXX), and their first in 16 years.

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References

  1. "1994 NFL Draft Listing". Pro-Football-Reference.com. Retrieved March 31, 2023.