Shawn Springs
Shawn Springs
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Shawn Springs' full name is Shawn Lee Springs Jr.
Birth and Death Dates
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Born: September 1, 1975
Died: Not applicable (still active)
Nationality and Profession(s)
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American football player (cornerback)
Early Life and Background
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Born in Covington, Georgia, Shawn Springs developed an interest in sports from a young age. He played high school football at Covington High School, where his talent caught the attention of college scouts.
Springs went on to play college football for the University of Utah, earning All-American honors as a junior and senior. His impressive performance led him to become one of the most sought-after defensive backs in the 1997 NFL draft.
Major Accomplishments
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First-round pick (23rd overall) by the Seattle Seahawks in the 1997 NFL draft
Four-time Pro Bowl selection (2000-2003)
Two-time Second-team All-Pro selection (2001, 2002)
Member of the Seattle Seahawks' 30th Anniversary Team
Notable Works or Actions
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Springs played for several teams throughout his NFL career, including:
Seattle Seahawks (1997-2004)
Cleveland Browns (2005-2006)
* Washington Redskins (2007)
During his playing days, Springs earned a reputation as one of the league's top cornerbacks. His skills on the field were matched only by his work ethic and dedication to improving himself.
Impact and Legacy
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Shawn Springs' impact on American football extends beyond his impressive stats and accolades. He paved the way for future generations of defensive backs, inspiring players with his tireless effort and unwavering commitment to excellence.
Springs is also a testament to the importance of perseverance in achieving one's goals. After being released by several teams during his playing career, he continued to work hard, ultimately earning himself a spot on some of the league's top squads.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Shawn Springs' legacy as a football player continues to inspire fans and players alike. His dedication, perseverance, and passion for the game have cemented his place in NFL history.
Quotes by Shawn Springs
The first thing Ray said was, 'Man, come on, now -- don't do me like that,' ... We sat there at The Cheesecake Factory and talked about everything. I told him how I'd felt about the last four years, that I was tired of taking the blame. And I came away thinking, This is the guy who's going to make me a player.
I can take a plane to see them in 45 minutes, or take a train 2 1/2 hours, so I see them all the time,
Hey, Matt's a good player, man; I've seen him do it before. If Shaun's not the MVP, it's not like Matt couldn't be. He can move. We didn't capitalize like we should.
In the locker room, they would tell me, 'Go get me a jock strap in the back room' or something, ... So I would go over to the Cowboys complex. Bill Bates would say, 'Shawn, go get me a Gatorade.'
I'm just like they are. I'm coming off a bye. I'm going to be rested and fresh. I'm gong to be ready.
I'm excited about it. We used to get at it. I remember when Darrell first came in -- I thought he was going to be a pretty good player, so we would mix it up.
It wasn't a magical run or anything like that. We have a pretty good football team and we played well over the last six weeks. We beat some good teams. We were just overmatched today.
