Ted Phillips is a former American football player who played as a tight end in the National Football League (NFL). He was born on October 13, 1977, in West Lafayette, Indiana, and attended Northwestern University, where he played college football for the Northwestern Wildcats.
Phillips began his professional football career in 2000 when he was signed as an undrafted free agent by the Baltimore Ravens. However, he was released by the Ravens before the start of the regular season and was subsequently signed by the New York Giants. He played for the Giants for two seasons, from 2000 to 2001, but saw limited playing time and did not record any statistics.
In 2002, Phillips signed with the Chicago Bears, where he spent the majority of his NFL career. He played for the Bears for nine seasons, from 2002 to 2010, and was primarily used as a blocking tight end and special teams player. He was known for his toughness and work ethic, and was a key contributor on special teams throughout his career.
During his time with the Bears, Phillips played in 121 games and recorded 27 receptions for 262 yards and two touchdowns. He also made 68 tackles on special teams and was a key member of the Bears' coverage units. He was a valuable member of the team during their run to the Super Bowl in 2006, where they lost to the Indianapolis Colts.
After the 2010 season, Phillips became a free agent and signed with the New England Patriots. However, he was released by the Patriots before the start of the regular season and did not play in the NFL again.
Overall, Phillips had a solid NFL career as a role player and special teams contributor. He was known for his toughness and work ethic, and was a valuable member of the teams he played for. While he did not put up big numbers as a tight end, he made his mark on the game as a reliable blocker and special teams player.
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