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David Tyree - Age, Family, Bio

Author

Isabella Campbell

Updated on April 05, 2026

Former NFL wide receiver who will forever be remembered for his remarkable helmet catch in Super Bowl XLII, helping lead the New York Giants to victory over the New England Patriots.

Before Fame

He was a stand-out special teams player at Syracuse University.

Trivia

He had his best NFL season in 2005, when he earned his only All-Pro selection.

Family Life

He fathered four children, Teyon, Josiah, Sophia, and Hannah, with his wife Leilah.

Associated With

He caught a miraculous pass from Eli Manning to help clinch the New York Giants 2008 Super Bowl Championship.