Anthony Pleasant is a former American football defensive end who played in the National Football League (NFL) for over a decade. Pleasant was born on August 19, 1968, in Camden, New Jersey, and attended the University of Tennessee, where he played college football for the Volunteers.
Pleasant began his professional football career in 1990 when he was drafted by the Cleveland Browns in the third round of the NFL Draft. He played for the Browns for four seasons before being traded to the Baltimore Ravens in 1996. Pleasant played for the Ravens for two seasons before being traded to the Atlanta Falcons in 1998.
In 1999, Pleasant signed with the New York Jets, where he played for three seasons. He then signed with the New England Patriots in 2002 and played for them for two seasons. Pleasant retired from the NFL in 2004 after playing for 14 seasons.
Throughout his career, Pleasant was known for his versatility and ability to play multiple positions on the defensive line. He was also known for his durability, having played in 224 out of a possible 240 regular-season games during his career.
Pleasant was a two-time Pro Bowler, having been selected in 1993 and 1994 while playing for the Browns. He was also named to the NFL All-Rookie Team in 1990 and was a member of the Ravens' Super Bowl XXXV championship team in 2001.
After retiring from football, Pleasant worked as a defensive line coach for several college football teams, including the University of Texas, the University of Kansas, and the University of Central Florida. He also worked as a defensive line coach for the NFL's Kansas City Chiefs from 2010 to 2012.
In addition to his coaching career, Pleasant has been involved in several charitable organizations, including the Anthony Pleasant Foundation, which provides scholarships and educational opportunities to underprivileged youth.
Overall, Anthony Pleasant had a successful career in the NFL, playing for several teams and earning accolades for his performance on the field. He has since transitioned to coaching and continues to make a positive impact on the football community.
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