Phil McConkey was born February 24, 1957 in Buffalo, NY played for the New York Giants (1984-1988),Green Bay Packers (1986), Phoenix Cardinals (1989), and San Diego Chargers (1989). Before his NFL career, McConkey played college football at the United States Naval Academy. He then served four years in the U.S. Navy as an officer before signing with the Giants as a 27-year old rookie. In his six NFL seasons, McConkey was used as a reserve receiver, and frequently returned punts and kickoffs on special teams. Phil is best remembered for his performance in Super Bowl 21 which they won 39-20 over
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