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Birth Date June 26, 1968
Born Chicago • Illinois
Education Savannah State University
Height/Weight 6 ft 2 inches, 228 lb (1.88 m, 103 kg)
Position tight end
Jersey Number 82 (Baltimore Ravens, 2000–2001) • 84 (Denver Broncos, 1992–2003) • 81 (Denver Broncos, 1990–1991)
Draft Drafted by the Denver Broncos in the seventh round (192nd overall) of the 1990 NFL draft.
Twitter Handle @ShannonSharpe
Games Played 204
Receptions 815
Touchdowns 62
Yards Gained By Passing 10060
Yards Per Reception 12.3

Top Questions

What position did Shannon Sharpe play?
Shannon Sharpe played tight end.
When was Shannon Sharpe born?
Shannon Sharpe was born on June 26, 1968, in Chicago, Illinois, United States.
How many Super Bowls did Shannon Sharpe win?
Shannon Sharpe won three Super Bowl championships.
How tall was Shannon Sharpe?
Shannon Sharpe was 6 ft 2 inches, 228 lb (1.88 m, 103 kg).
What college did Shannon Sharpe attend?
Shannon Sharpe attended Savannah State University.
When was Shannon Sharpe inducted to the Hall of Fame?
Shannon Sharpe was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2011.
How many times was Shannon Sharpe selected to the Pro Bowl?
Shannon Sharpe was selected to the Pro Bowl eight times.

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Shannon Sharpe smiling at an event in 2019, wearing dark-framed glasses, a striped shirt, patterned jacket, and a textured tie against a dark background.
Shannon Sharpe, wearing number 84 for the Denver Broncos, runs with the football after making a catch during a playoff game, with teammates and Miami Dolphins players in the background.
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