Robert Tate (American football)

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Robert Tate
No. 83, 26, 28
Date of birth (1973-10-19) October 19, 1973 (age 50)
Place of birth Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Career information
Position(s) Cornerback
Height5 ft 11 in (180 cm)
US college Cincinnati
NFL draft 1997 / Round: 6 / Pick: 183
Drafted by Vikings
Career history
As player
1997–2001 Minnesota Vikings
2002 Baltimore Ravens
2004–2006 Arizona Cardinals
Career highlights and awards
  • C-USA Offensive Player of the Year (1995)
  • C-USA Special Teams POY (1995)
Career stats

Robert Tate (born October 19, 1973) is a retired American football cornerback and return specialist. He was drafted in the sixth round of the 1997 NFL Draft. [1] Tate played nine seasons of professional football in the National Football League with the Minnesota Vikings, Baltimore Ravens and the Arizona Cardinals. Tate played in college for the University of Cincinnati. Originally a wide receiver, he was converted to defensive back upon entering the NFL. Tate played at Cincinnati with notable NFL players Artrell Hawkins, Sam Garnes and Jason Fabini.

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References

  1. "1997 NFL Draft Listing". Pro-Football-Reference.com. Retrieved March 29, 2023.