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John Abraham

By James Alder, About.com

Name:

John Abraham

Uniform Number: 55

Position:

Defensive End

Current Team:

Atlanta Falcons (2006-present)

Other Teams:

New York Jets (2000-2005)

Measurables:


Height: 6-4
Weight: 256
Birth Date: May 6, 1978
Place of Birth: Timmonsville, South Carolina

High School:

Lamar High School (Lamar, South Carolina)

College:

South Carolina

Drafted:

By the New York Jets in round one (No. 13 overall) of the 2000 NFL Draft.

Drafted Right After:

Shaun Ellis, DE Tennessee (New York Jets)

Drafted Right Before:

Bubba Franks, TE Miami (Green Bay Packers)

Awards:
Pro Bowls 2001,2002, 2004

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