Merton Hanks
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| Merton Hanks | |
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| Date of birth | March 12, 1968 (age 39) |
| Place of birth |  Dallas, Texas |
| Position(s) | Safety |
| College | Iowa |
| NFL Draft | 1991 / Round 5/ Pick 122 |
| Pro Bowls | 4 |
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| 1991-1998 1999 |
San Francisco 49ers Seattle Seahawks |
Merton Edward Hanks (born March 12, 1968 in Dallas, Texas) is an American former NFL safety. Hanks attended Lake Highlands High School, where he was a district track and field champion. He went on to the University of Iowa, where he earned a mention as an all-Big Ten cornerback. However, at the NFL scouting combine, his 40-yard dashes were extremely slow, and he was not drafted until the fifth round by the San Francisco 49ers.
Although not the fastest in the defensive secondary, Hanks was a natural at comprehending football knowledge. He became well-known for his interceptions and returns, as well as for what became known as the "Funky Chicken" dance. He was a member of the 1994 San Francisco team that won Super Bowl XXIX. Hanks finished his career with the Seattle Seahawks, retiring in 2001. He is now a senior manager and assistant director of operations for the National Football League, and regularly goes on speaking tours.
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