Mark Ingram Sr. is a former American football wide receiver who played in the National Football League (NFL) for ten seasons. He was born on August 23, 1965, in Flint, Michigan, and attended Flint Southwestern High School, where he played football and basketball.
Ingram played college football at Michigan State University, where he was a standout wide receiver. He was selected by the New York Giants in the first round of the 1987 NFL Draft, and he played for the Giants for four seasons. During his time with the Giants, Ingram was a key player on the team that won Super Bowl XXV in 1991. In that game, he caught a crucial touchdown pass from quarterback Jeff Hostetler, which helped the Giants defeat the Buffalo Bills 20-19.
After his time with the Giants, Ingram played for the Miami Dolphins, Green Bay Packers, and Philadelphia Eagles. He was known for his speed and agility as a wide receiver, and he was a reliable target for his quarterbacks. Ingram retired from the NFL in 1996, after playing in 122 games and catching 265 passes for 3,926 yards and 26 touchdowns.
Ingram's son, Mark Ingram Jr., also became a football player and followed in his father's footsteps by playing at the University of Alabama. The younger Ingram was a standout running back for the Crimson Tide and won the Heisman Trophy in 2009. He was selected by the New Orleans Saints in the first round of the 2011 NFL Draft, and he has had a successful career in the NFL, earning three Pro Bowl selections and winning a Super Bowl with the Saints in 2009.
Overall, Mark Ingram Sr. had a successful career as a wide receiver in the NFL, and he played a key role in helping the Giants win a Super Bowl. His son, Mark Ingram Jr., has also had a successful football career, and he has continued the family legacy in the sport.
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