Word: birk
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Dates: during 1990-1999
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...Fleiszer, defensive end on the Harvardfootball team, was the first overall pick in theCFL draft two weeks ago, and Fleiszer's teammateMatt Birk was selected in the sixth round of theNFL draft last Sunday. Additionally, free safetyJeff Compas signed a contract with the New EnglandPatriots earlier this week...
...Birk was the 173rd player chosen over-all. He realizes that a roster spot is by no means secure, but the situation in Minnesota seems perfect...
...Vikings have a very solid offensive line and had two Pro Bowlers last year, Randall McDaniel and Todd Steussie," Birk said. "They're established, which is good because I'm young and inexperienced. It's an ideal system where I can learn from great players. They didn't draft another offensive lineman, which helps...
When asked what it will be like practicing against John Randle, the best defensive end in football, Birk just laughed...
...Birk will fly home tomorrow, and he will attendMinnesota's rookie camp over the April 30 weekend.He then returns home after graduation and beginsintense preparation for minicamp, training campand then the season...