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How well do you know former Lions tight end Charlie Sanders?

Mar 24, 2015

Author: Monica Drake

Former Detroit Lions tight end Charlie Sanders credited a knee injury that ended his career on the team as, ultimately, saving his life. When he went in for a knee replacement, doctors found a cancerous tumor. See how much you know about him.

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1. Where did Sanders go to college?

University of Michigan

Wisconsin University

University of North Dakota

University of Minnesota

2. What year was Sanders chosen in the NFL draft to play for the Lions?

1968

1978

1998

2008

3. Has Sanders played for any other NFL teams besides the Lions?

Yes

4. How many Pro Bowls did Sanders get named to?

5. How many touchdowns did he score in his career as a tight end for the Lions?

6. How many seasons did Sanders play for the Lions?

7. What year was he inducted into the Pro Hall of Fame?

1982

1997

2007

2014

8. What sport does his daughter play professionally?

Football

Volleyball

Boxing

Golf

9. Where does he currently live with his family?

Detroit

Royal Oak

Birmingham

Rochester Hills

10. What is he known as by the Lions?

The Lion who scored the most touchdowns

The finest tight end in Detroit Lions history

The oldest living former Lion

Played in the most Pro Bowls in Lions' history