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Bruce Armstrong

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Position: OL
Jersey #: 78
Date of Birth: September 7, 1965
Height / Weight: 6'4" / 295 lbs
First Team: NE (1987)
Last Team: NE (2000)

Career Summary

Last Updated: May 16, 2025

Career History of Bruce Armstrong

Position: Offensive Lineman (OL) Date of Birth: September 7, 1965

Professional Career

  • Team: New England Patriots
  • Years Active: 1987 - 2000

Career Highlights and Accomplishments

  • Drafted by the New England Patriots in the 1st round of the 1987 NFL Draft (18th overall).
  • Played 13 seasons with the Patriots, becoming one of the team's most reliable offensive linemen.
  • Selected to the Pro Bowl in 1995, showcasing his skills as a top-tier offensive lineman.
  • Named to the All-Pro team in 1996, further solidifying his reputation in the league.
  • Part of the Patriots team that reached Super Bowl XXXI in 1997, where they were runners-up to the Green Bay Packers.
  • Earned the reputation for his durability and consistency, starting in 187 games over his career.
  • Recognized for his leadership on and off the field, contributing to the development of younger players.

Legacy

Bruce Armstrong is remembered as one of the stalwarts of the New England Patriots offensive line during the late 1980s and 1990s. His impact on the team and the league is notable, and he is considered one of the best offensive linemen in the franchise's history.

Source: gpt-4o-mini


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