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Merton Hanks

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Position: DB
Jersey #: 36
Date of Birth: March 12, 1968
Height / Weight: 6'2" / 181 lbs
First Team: SF (1991)
Last Team: SEA (1999)

Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Merton Hanks Career Overview

Date of Birth: March 12, 1968
Position: Defensive Back (DB)

Career Timeline

  • San Francisco 49ers (1991-1994)
    • Joined the 49ers as a fourth-round pick in the 1991 NFL Draft.
    • Played a key role in the team's defensive backfield during a successful period.
    • Helped the 49ers win Super Bowl XXIX in 1995.
    • Known for his exceptional ball skills and playmaking ability.
    • Recorded 25 interceptions during his time with the 49ers.
  • Seattle Seahawks (1995-1999)
    • Signed with the Seahawks in 1995, continuing his career as a reliable defensive back.
    • Contributed to the team's secondary and provided veteran leadership.
    • Retired after the 1999 season.

Highlights and Accomplishments

  • Super Bowl Champion (XXIX)
  • Two-time Pro Bowl selection (1994, 1995)
  • Noted for his signature "Hanks' Hurdle" play, where he would leap over players to make tackles.
  • Part of a dominant 49ers defense in the early 1990s, known for its ability to create turnovers.

Post-NFL Career

  • After retiring from professional football, Merton Hanks pursued a career in coaching and administrative roles within college football.
  • He served in various capacities including athletic administration, focusing on player development and recruitment.

Merton Hanks remains a respected figure in football, known for both his on-field performance and contributions off the field.

Source: gpt-4o-mini


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