Norman Hand
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| Norman Hand | |
|---|---|
| Date of birth | September 4, 1972 |
| Place of birth | Queens, New York |
| Position(s) | Defensive tackle |
| College | Mississippi |
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| Team(s) | |
| 1996 1997-1999 2000-2002 2003 2004 |
Miami Dolphins San Diego Chargers New Orleans Saints Seattle Seahawks New York Giants |
Norman Hand (born September 4, 1972 in Queens New York) is a former defensive tackle in the National Football League. He last played with the New York Giants in 2004. He has also played with the Seattle Seahawks, New Orleans Saints, San Diego Chargers, and Miami Dolphins. With the Saints he was part of a defensive line nicknamed "The Heavy Lunch Bunch", along with fellow 325-pounders Martin Chase and Grady Jackson.
[edit] High School Career
At Walterboro High School in Walterboro, South Carolina, Hand earned three letters in football, and also played baseball. As a senior, he was an honorable mention All-America selection by Parade Magazine, and USA Today,and was the South Carolina High School Defensive Lineman of the Year.As a junior tight end, he caught 25 passes for 526 yards (21.04 yards per reception average).
[edit] College Career
Norman Hand was a two-year starter at the University of Mississippi, after transferring from Itawamba Junior College in Mississippi. As a senior, he posted 3.5 sacks, 61 tackles (3 for losses), 1 interception, and 1 fumble recovery, and was a second team All-SEC selection. At Itawamba Junior College, he finished his two-year career with 18 sacks, 135 tackles, with 33 tackles for losses, 4 forced fumbles, and 3 fumble recoveries.
[edit] External link
- NFL.com: Norman Hand
