Laurent Duvernay-Tardif

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Laurent Duvernay-Tardif (born February 11, 1991) is a Canadian professional football player and medical doctor. He is known for his career as an offensive lineman in the National Football League (NFL) and for his contributions to the medical field.

Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]

Duvernay-Tardif was born in Mont-Saint-Hilaire, Quebec, Canada. He attended McGill University in Montreal, where he played college football for the McGill Redbirds and pursued a degree in medicine. He graduated with a Doctor of Medicine and Master of Surgery (M.D., C.M.) in 2018.

Professional Football Career[edit | edit source]

Kansas City Chiefs[edit | edit source]

Duvernay-Tardif was selected by the Kansas City Chiefs in the sixth round of the 2014 NFL Draft. He quickly established himself as a key player on the offensive line. In 2017, he signed a five-year contract extension with the Chiefs. Duvernay-Tardif was part of the team that won Super Bowl LIV in February 2020, defeating the San Francisco 49ers.

New York Jets[edit | edit source]

In November 2021, Duvernay-Tardif was traded to the New York Jets. He played with the Jets for the remainder of the 2021 season.

Medical Career[edit | edit source]

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Duvernay-Tardif opted out of the 2020 NFL season to work on the front lines in a long-term care facility in Quebec. His decision was widely praised and highlighted his commitment to both his medical and athletic careers.

Awards and Honors[edit | edit source]

Duvernay-Tardif has received several awards and honors for his dual careers, including the Lou Marsh Trophy as Canada's top athlete in 2020. He was also named a co-recipient of the Muhammad Ali Sports Humanitarian Award at the 2021 ESPY Awards.

Personal Life[edit | edit source]

Duvernay-Tardif is known for his philanthropic efforts and advocacy for education and health. He has been involved in various charitable activities and has used his platform to promote the importance of balancing sports and education.

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External Links[edit | edit source]

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