Blair Phillips facts for kids
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| Position: | Linebacker |
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| Born: | March 5, 1984 Oakland, California, U.S. |
| Height: | 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m) |
| Weight: | 245 lb (111 kg) |
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| High school: | Alexandria (LA) Bolton |
| College: | Oregon |
| Undrafted: | 2007 |
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Blair Phillips was an American football player. He was born on March 5, 1984. Blair played as a linebacker, which is a defensive position in football. He played for teams like the Dallas Cowboys and the New York Jets in the National Football League (NFL). He also played for the Arkansas Diamonds in the Indoor Football League. Before becoming a professional, he played college football at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College and the University of Oregon.
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Blair Phillips' College Football Journey
Playing for the Ducks
Blair Phillips started his college football journey at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. He played there for his first two years. Later, he moved to the University of Oregon. While playing for the Oregon Ducks, he became well-known for a special play. In 2006, he blocked a kick that helped his team win a big game against Oklahoma. This play was very exciting for fans!
Blair Phillips' Professional Football Career
Joining the NFL Teams
After college, Blair Phillips signed a contract with the Dallas Cowboys in May 2007. He was a free agent, meaning he could sign with any team. In 2008, he signed another free agent contract, this time with the New York Jets. He spent time on the practice squads for both of these famous NFL teams.
Playing Indoor Football
In 2010, Blair Phillips continued his football career. He joined the Arkansas Diamonds. This team played in the Indoor Football League (IFL). Indoor football is a faster version of the game played on a smaller field.
What Blair Phillips Does Now
After his time as a football player, Blair Phillips became a coach. He is currently the head football coach at University Academy of Central Louisiana. This school is located in Alexandria, Louisiana. He now helps young athletes learn and grow in the sport.
