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Frank Gifford

American sports commentator, former football player
Date of Birth:
Country: USA

Content:
  1. Early Life and College Football Career
  2. Professional Football Career
  3. Injury and Comeback
  4. Retirement and Broadcasting Career
  5. Personal Life
  6. Legacy and Recognition

Early Life and College Football Career

Frank Gifford was born on August 16, , in Santa Monica, California.

Despite his low grades, his determination led him to play for Bakersfield College, where he excelled and earned himself a scholarship to the University of Southern California. There, he received the nickname "All-America" for his accomplishments in college football.

Professional Football Career

Gifford joined the New York Giants in as a two-way player, playing both offense and defense.

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He was a five-time NFL Pro Bowl selection and appeared in five NFL championship games. His most successful season came in , when he won the NFL Most Valuable Player award and led the Giants to an NFL championship victory over the Chicago Bears.

Injury and Comeback

In , Gifford's career was threatened by a vicious hit by Chuck Bednarik.

However, he returned in , switching to the position of wide receiver. Despite the long layoff and change in position, he once again became a star.

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He became the only player to be selected to the Pro Bowl in three different positions: defensive back, running back, and wide receiver.

Retirement and Broadcasting Career

Gifford retired in and joined CBS as a sportscaster. In , he became the color commentator for ABC's "Monday Night Football," where he remained until He also covered the Olympics, ski jumping, and co-hosted "Good Morning America."

Personal Life

Gifford married Kathy Lee in He had two daughters from previous relationships and two children with Kathy Lee.

He is also an uncle to Michael LeMoyne Kennedy.

Legacy and Recognition

Gifford was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in and received the Pete Rozelle Award in for his contributions to television coverage of football. In , he published his book "The Glory Game."