15 Facts About Mark Simoneau

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Mark Lee Simoneau was born on January 16,1977 and is a former American college and professional football player who was a linebacker in the National Football League for ten seasons.

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Mark Simoneau played college football for Kansas State University and was recognized as an All-American.

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Mark Simoneau was picked by the Atlanta Falcons in the third round of the 2000 NFL Draft, and played for the Falcons, Philadelphia Eagles, New Orleans Saints and Kansas City Chiefs of the NFL.

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Mark Simoneau played high school football at Smith Center High School in Smith Center, Kansas.

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Mark Simoneau was a top 11 all-state selection at running back and linebacker for the Smith Center Redmen.

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Mark Simoneau was the 1995 Class 3A state shot put champion, and a former record holder, throwing over 60 feet as a senior.

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Mark Simoneau was recognized as a consensus first-team All-American and the Big 12 Conference Defensive Player of the Year after the 1999 season.

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Mark Simoneau registered 400 tackles during his college career at Kansas State.

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Mark Simoneau was honored for his college career with induction into the College Football Hall of Fame in December 2012.

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Mark Simoneau became only the second Kansas State player so recognized, the first being another former Wildcat linebacker, Gary Spani.

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Mark Simoneau was drafted by the Atlanta Falcons in the third round of the 2000 NFL Draft.

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Mark Simoneau was traded to the Philadelphia Eagles in March 2003, and signed a five-year contract with the team.

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Mark Simoneau was acquired by the Philadelphia Eagles prior to the 2003 season, and led the team in tackles that year.

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Mark Simoneau was placed on season-ending injured reserve on August 16,2009 with a torn triceps muscle.

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Mark Simoneau was signed by the Kansas City Chiefs on October 27,2010.