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Steve Largent Stats, Net Worth, Age and Full Bio

Who is Steve Largent?

Stephen Michael Largent (born on 1954, September 28) is an American formal professional football player, played in the Pro Football Hall of Fame and he is also a former Republican politician, who served in the U.S.

His stage name is Steve Largent. He was in the House of Representatives for Oklahoma from the year 1994 to 2002.

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Steve Largent was a wide receiver for the Seattle Seahawks in the National Football League for all 14 seasons of a professional football career.

He is also considered as one of the wide receivers of all time.

Steve Largent Facts

 

Quick Bio

Real Name Stephen Michael Largent
Nick Name Steve Largent
Gender Male
Date of Birth born on 1954, September 28
Birth Place Tulsa, Oklahoma, U.S
Age 66 years old
Birth Sign Libra
Nationality American
Profession American Footballer
Hair Color Black
Eye Color Black
Net Worth $5 million

Early Life

Where was Steve Largent born?

Steve was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma, U.S. When he was practicing for his football, he suffered from sleep deprivation for 9 days and financially struggled.

He had to take care of his mother and three younger brothers after his mother left her alcoholic and violent second husband.

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Career

Why was Steve Largent famous?

Stephen Michael Largent (Steve Largent) in his career served as both an American professional football player and a politician (even ran for the post of Governor of Oklahoma).

He started his career as a football player in 1974 at the University of Tulsa, it was in the year 1976 when he was selected in the NFL Draft by Houston Oilers (117th pick) but he was traded to Seattle Seahawks for a 1977 8th round pick after just four-season games.

After some long and hurdling 14 years at the team, he was selected to the Pro Bowl in 1978 as the first from his team.

His receiving yardage of 1985 was a record for the Seahawks franchise that stood for 35 years but was broken by Dk Metcalf in 2020.

He was given the nickname “Yoda” for his breathtaking receives. Steve held as well as broke many records and was awarded the Steve Largent Award for his incomparable spirit, dedication and integrity.

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NFL Records

He held all major NFL receiving records, which included most receptions (819), most touchdown receptions (100), and most receiving yards in a career (13,089).

Steve also possessed a then-record streak of 177 consecutive regular-season games with a reception.

He is also the first receiver in NFL history to achieve 100 touchdown receptions throughout his career.

Steve was the only Seahawk player to be ranked 46th on the list of 100 Greatest Football Players, on The Sporting News. He sadly retired in 1989.

As for his political career, he won as Oklahoma’s 1st District Congressman in 1994 to succeed Jim Inhofe to serve as per the remainder of Inhofe’s term in the 103rd Congress before beginning in his term of 104th.

HE took office on the 29th of November before being re-elected to three succeeding Congresses and never winning less than 60% of the vote.

Steve was one of the people whom you call “true-believer” of the freshman calls of Republicans of 1944, who devoted most of his time to issues important to conservative Christians.

He proposed some bills related to “parental rights” and “federal tax code” which were both demolished.

Steve also introduced a bill that would ban adoptions by gay and lesbian parents in Washington, D. C. He was even accused of being anti-Catholic but he denied this.

Awards and Honors

What are the awards that Steve Largent won?

He easily won the Republican nomination in 2002 and resigned his House seat On February 15.

Initially seen as an overwhelming favorite against Democratic state senator Brad Henry, Largent lost to Henry by just under 7,000 votes when he decided to run for the Governor of Oklahoma the same year ending his career as a politician.

Later in November of 2003, Largent became the President and CEO of an international non-profit membership organization founded in 1984, that represented all sectors of wireless communications: CTIA and served till May 2014.

 Personal Information

What is the height of Steve Largent?

Steve stands at the height of 5 ft. 11 inches tall and weighs around 85kg. He had black color hair and black color eyes. His zodiac sign is Libra.

Steve was very athletic and liked sports from his childhood. He liked every kind of sport along with hiking, swimming, and many other athletic activities.

Relationship

Who is Steve Largent married to?

Steve is married to his beautiful wife named Terry Largent on January 4, 1975. They have four children in total. Steve and his wife have never released the name of the children and what their career path is.

Apart from Terry, there is not much known if Steve was involved with any other women. Many people believed he has one more relationship however no one body knew if the case was real or just a rumor in the public.

Steve and Terry never really had any family problems relating to other women which is why the information about other women may just be a rumor.

Family

We don’t have a lot of information on Steve’s family. He is married to Terry Largent. The couple has four children in total.

His wife avoids the limelight, she told that she is more of a behind-the-scenes person. Steve Largent has also kept the identity of his family and siblings very private. Many people don’t know if he has any siblings or not.

Steve himself is a very private person which is why he likes to keep his family and his life private.

Net Worth

What is the net worth of Steve Largent?

Steve Largent is one of the most recognized and popular American Football players in the world. The sports industry honored him with prestigious honors such as the Pro Football Hall of Fame and many more.

Steve has earned the majority of his income from his prestigious and illustrious career as one of the best sportspeople in the world.

He also has signed various brand deals and honors that he receives royalties. Steve Largent’s net worth is approximately between $1 million $5 million.

He has made such a good amount in his primary career in football and also in his political career.

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Trivia

  • Steve Largent is one of the best football players in the world.
  • He has received the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
  • Steve has married Terry Largent and has four children.
  • He was very controversial in his political policies.
  • Steve Largent has a net worth of $5 million.

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