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Aaron Shea

b. 1976

American football player

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About Aaron Shea

Born 1976. Aaron Shea is an American american football player.

Aaron T. Shea (born December 5, 1976) is an American former professional football player who was a tight end in the National Football League (NFL). He was selected by the Cleveland Browns in the fourth round of the 2000 NFL draft. He played college football for the Michigan Wolverines.

Shea also played for the San Diego Chargers.

College career Shea attended the University of Michigan where he played fullback and tight end.

Professional career

Cleveland Browns He was selected by the Cleveland Browns in the fourth round (110th overall) of the 2000 NFL draft and went on to play six seasons for Cleveland. During his time there, he caught 97 passes for 851 yards and seven touchdowns. He fumbled only once in his career - during his rookie season in 2000.

San Diego Chargers As a free agent in the 2006 offseason a handful of teams were reportedly interested in Shea, including the Houston Texans, Pittsburgh Steelers, San Diego Chargers, San Francisco 49ers and Seattle Seahawks. On March 17, Shea signed a three-year contract with San Diego. A back injury bothered him throughout the preseason and forced him to miss the team's first three regular season contests. On September 26, he was placed on season-ending injured reserve.

Shea was released after just one season in San Diego on March 2, 2007.

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Regular season

Retirement In June 2007, The Plain Dealer reported Shea was receiving interest from his former team, the Cleveland Browns. However, Shea remained unsigned as the 2007 season began.

In May 2008, Shea officially retired from the NFL.

He worked for the Browns from 2011 to 2014, and later became an insurance agent.

Personal life Shea married the former Caitlin Gibbons in Cleveland on June 21, 2003. They have two daughters, Cadence and Ireland and one son Kinzy.

Shea and his family were involved in a minor car accident on Route 430 in the town of Ellery, New York, near Chautauqua Lake on July 6, 2010. All five members of the Shea family escaped injury.

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University of Michigan
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Aaron T. Shea

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Aaron Shea?

American football player

When was Aaron Shea born?

Aaron Shea was born on 5 December 1976 in Ottawa.

What is Aaron Shea's occupation?

Aaron Shea is an american football player.

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Aaron Shea is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Aaron Shea

· Wikidata: Q4662426

· DBpedia: Aaron Shea

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