Troy Pelshak facts for kids
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| Position: | Linebacker |
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| Born: | March 6, 1977 Nigeria |
| Height: | 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m) |
| Weight: | 242 lb (110 kg) |
| Career information | |
| High school: | Garinger (NC) |
| College: | North Carolina A&T |
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| Career highlights and awards | |
| Player stats at PFR | |
| Player stats at ArenaFan.com | |
Zenret Troy Pelshak is a former professional American football player. He was born in Nigeria on March 6, 1977. Troy played as a linebacker, which is a key defensive position in football.
He played in the National Football League (NFL) for two seasons. He also played in other leagues like NFL Europe and the Arena Football League (AFL). A big highlight of his career was winning the Super Bowl with the St. Louis Rams.
Early Life and College Football
Troy Pelshak grew up in Charlotte, North Carolina. He went to Garinger High School there. After high school, Troy played college football. He played for the North Carolina A&T Aggies. Playing in college helped him get ready for professional football.
Professional Football Career
Troy Pelshak started his professional career in the NFL. He played for the St. Louis Rams in 1999. He also spent time with the Jacksonville Jaguars in 2000.
After his time in the NFL, Troy played for other teams. He joined the Barcelona Dragons in NFL Europe. This league helped players develop their skills.
Later, Troy played in the Arena Football League (AFL). He played for three different AFL teams. These teams included the Carolina Cobras, Columbus Destroyers, and New York Dragons.
Super Bowl Champion
One of Troy Pelshak's biggest achievements was winning the Super Bowl. He was part of the St. Louis Rams team that won Super Bowl XXXIV. This big game happened in 1999. The Rams played against the Tennessee Titans and won. Winning the Super Bowl is a huge honor for any football player.
