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Michael Strahan

Meet Michael Strahan, a super-star who went from tackling on the football field to making us laugh and learn on TV!

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Michael Strahan and Eddie George

Michael Strahan and Eddie George

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Eli Manning, Tom Coughlin and Michael Strahan with Lombardi Trophy
Eli Manning, Tom Coughlin and Michael Strahan with Lombardi Trophy
Eli Manning, Tom Coughlin and Michael Strahan with Lombardi Trophy
Eli Manning, Tom Coughlin and Michael Strahan with Lombardi Trophy
Andrea and Michael Strahan
Michael Strahan superbowl parade
Michael Strahan Wavin' Hands In The Air...
Michael Strahan
Andrea, Michael Strahan & Nora

Key Facts

Born
November 21, 1971.
Career
Played 15 years as a defensive end for the New York Giants.
Achievements
Won Super Bowl XLII, set NFL record for 22.5 sacks in a season, inducted into Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Fun Fact
He has a famous gap between his front teeth!

Meet the Football Giant!

Imagine a super-strong player who was amazing at stopping the other team from scoring! That was Michael Strahan. He played football for the New York Giants for a super long time, 15 whole years!

He was so good at getting the other team's quarterback, he even set a record for how many times he sacked them in one season. That's like being the best at tagging someone in a game of tag, but way, way tougher!

From Touchdowns to Talk Shows!

After his amazing football career, Michael didn't stop being awesome. He became a TV star! You might see him on shows like 'Good Morning America,' where he talks about the news and makes people smile. He also used to co-host a show called 'Live! with Kelly and Michael.' He's like a superhero who can do many different amazing things, from playing sports to being a friendly face on your TV screen.

Super Bowl Champion and Hall of Famer!

One of the biggest wins in football is the Super Bowl, and guess what? Michael Strahan helped his team, the Giants, win it all in 2007! It was his last game, a perfect way to end his football journey. Because he was such a fantastic player, he was even put into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. That's like getting a special trophy for being one of the all-time best players ever!

More Than Just a Football Player!

Michael Strahan is also known for his big, friendly smile and his famous gap between his front teeth. It's something that makes him unique! He's not just a former athlete; he's a TV host, a journalist, and a really inspiring person. He shows us that you can be great at one thing and then discover you're amazing at other things too. He's a true role model for kids everywhere.

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