Jeremy Shockey is a former American football tight end who played in the National Football League (NFL) for ten seasons. He was born on August 18, 1980, in Ada, Oklahoma, and attended the University of Miami, where he played college football for the Miami Hurricanes.
Shockey was selected by the New York Giants in the first round of the 2002 NFL Draft, and he quickly became one of the team's most productive players. He was named to the Pro Bowl in his rookie season and helped the Giants reach the Super Bowl in 2008, where they lost to the New England Patriots.
After six seasons with the Giants, Shockey was traded to the New Orleans Saints in 2008. He played a key role in the Saints' Super Bowl victory in 2010, catching a touchdown pass in the game. Shockey also set a career-high in receiving yards that season, with 569.
Shockey played his final two seasons in the NFL with the Carolina Panthers and the Miami Dolphins, respectively. He retired from football in 2012, finishing his career with 547 receptions for 6,143 yards and 37 touchdowns.
Throughout his career, Shockey was known for his toughness and his ability to make tough catches in traffic. He was also known for his fiery personality and his willingness to speak his mind, which sometimes got him into trouble with coaches and teammates.
Off the field, Shockey was involved in several controversies, including a feud with former Giants teammate Tiki Barber and a public dispute with former Saints teammate Drew Brees. He also faced criticism for his use of performance-enhancing drugs, which he admitted to using during his career.
Despite these controversies, Shockey remains a popular figure among football fans, and he is remembered as one of the most talented and exciting tight ends of his era.
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