Stephon Gilmore, the star cornerback for the Minnesota Vikings, has had a remarkable journey in the NFL
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. Born on September 19, 1990, in Rock Hill, South Carolina, Gilmore’s football career began at South Pointe High School, where he excelled as both a quarterback and defensive back
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. His impressive high school stats caught the attention of college recruiters, and he went on to play for the South Carolina Gamecocks
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In the 2012 NFL Draft, Gilmore was selected 10th overall by the Buffalo Bills
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. He spent five seasons with the Bills, earning his first Pro Bowl selection in 2016
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. Gilmore’s career took a significant turn when he joined the New England Patriots in 2017
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. During his time with the Patriots, he was named the NFL Defensive Player of the Year in 2019 and won Super Bowl LIII
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Gilmore continued to make an impact with the Carolina Panthers, Indianapolis Colts, and Dallas Cowboys before joining the Minnesota Vikings in 2024
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. Known for his exceptional coverage skills and ability to read the game, Gilmore has become one of the most respected cornerbacks in the league
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For more on his career highlights and achievements, you can watch this YouTube video.
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