Patrick Stephen Hape was born on June 6,1974 and is an American former professional football fullback and tight end for the Denver Broncos, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and Houston Texans of the National Football League.
14 Facts About Patrick Hape
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Patrick Hape was selected in the fifth round of the 1997 NFL draft.
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In eight seasons, Patrick Hape grabbed 51 receptions for 287 yards and 11 touchdowns.
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Patrick Hape scored the first regular-season touchdown at Invesco Field at Mile High.
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In December 2000, Patrick Hape was fined $5,000 by the NFL for excessive end zone celebration with teammates Keyshawn Johnson and Dave Moore.
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Patrick Hape was known for his versatility, outstanding blocking, durability in remaining rather injury-free, reliability near the goal line, ability to play the H-Back position, and a colorful personality in the locker room.
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Patrick Hape signed a three-year, $1.7 million contract with the Broncos in April 2004, only to be cut by Denver on August 30,2005.
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In late May 2006, free agent Patrick Hape was briefly reunited with his former offensive coordinator, Gary Kubiak, signing a contract with the Houston Texans after being out of the league in 2005.
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Patrick Hape was released by the Texans less than three months later, essentially ending his active NFL career.
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Patrick Hape is no longer listed as an active NFL player, nor has he explicitly retired.
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Patrick Hape is an avid golfer, winning the Town of Castle Rock Celebrity Golf Tournament in 2004, playing with other Denver Bronco teammates.
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Patrick Hape went on bowling excursions to bolster team chemistry while in Denver with then-Bronco teammates including Matt Lepsis, Tom Nalen, and Jeb Putzier.
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Patrick Hape rushed for 660 yards and scored seven touchdowns as a prep.
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At the University of Alabama, Patrick Hape majored in Business Management.