Sam Cowart
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Position: MLB
Jersey #: 55
Date of Birth: February 26, 1975
Height / Weight: 6'2" / 245 lbs
Drafted: Round , Pick 39 in 1998 by BUF
First Team: BUF (1998)
Last Team: MIN (2005)
Career Summary
Last Updated: May 16, 2025
Sam Cowart - NFL Career Overview
Date of Birth: February 26, 1975Position: Middle Linebacker (MLB)
Career Timeline
- Buffalo Bills (1998-2000)
- Drafted in the 2nd round of the 1998 NFL Draft (54th overall).
- Played three seasons with the Bills, becoming a key part of their defense.
- Recorded a career-high 196 tackles in 1999.
- New York Jets (2001-2003)
- Signed as a free agent in 2001.
- Contributed to the team's defense, with notable performances in key games.
- Continued to be a strong tackler and defensive leader.
- Minnesota Vikings (2004-2005)
- Joined the Vikings for the final years of his career.
- Provided veteran presence and depth to the linebacker corps.
Highlights and Accomplishments
- Known for his tackling ability and leadership on the field.
- Played a total of 8 seasons in the NFL.
- Part of a strong defensive unit during his time with the Bills and Jets.
Post-NFL Career
- After retiring, Cowart has remained involved in football through coaching and mentoring young athletes.
Sam Cowart is remembered as a solid linebacker who contributed significantly to the teams he played for during his NFL career.
Source: gpt-4o-mini
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