Shannon Sharpe

Posted By: Reginald Culpepper on September 30, 2005
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PROFESSION: Professional Sports Player
Future Hall of Famer. Played with the Denver Broncos and Baltimore Ravens.

Shannon Sharpe (born June 26, 1968 in Chicago, Illinois) is a former American Football tight end and wide receiver who played 12 of his 14 seasons with the Denver Broncos of the National Football League. Sharpe is known both for his creative commentary and trash talking and his incredible football skills. Among tight ends, he is the NFL's all-time receptions and yardage leader.
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