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United States Frank Gore is a celebrated NFL running back, recognized for his exceptional longevity and impressive rushing statistics.
Frank Gore became a Brand Ambassador for Xenith, a company known for athletic equipment. He was recognized as a 5-time Pro Bowler, 1-time All-Pro, and a member of the 2010s All-Decade Team, holding the 3rd all-time rushing record in NFL history with 16,000 yards.
Frank Gore made an equipment donation to the Coconut Grove Cowboys. The donation included Junior Dolphins branded shirts, Dolphins branded footballs, Gatorade bottles, cones, and end zone pylons.
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Franklin Gore Sr. was born on May 14, 1983, in Miami, Florida. He grew up in Coconut Grove and attended Coral Gables Senior High School. During his senior year in 2000, Gore set Dade County single-season records with 2,997 rushing yards and 39 touchdowns, accumulating 319 yards and six touchdowns on 13 carries in one game against the nation’s third-ranked defense. Despite his on-field success, Gore faced challenges, including his mother’s battle with kidney disease, which influenced his decision to attend the University of Miami to stay close to home.
At the University of Miami, Gore played for the Hurricanes from 2001 to 2004. As a true freshman in 2001, he rushed for 562 yards and five touchdowns, contributing to Miami’s National Championship win. Despite suffering two torn ACL injuries in 2002 and 2003, Gore returned to lead the team in rushing in 2004 with 945 yards and eight touchdowns. His collegiate career concluded with 1,975 rushing yards and 17 touchdowns, earning him an induction into the University of Miami Sports Hall of Fame in 2018.
Gore was drafted by the San Francisco 49ers in the third round of the 2005 NFL Draft. During his 10 seasons with the 49ers, he became the franchise’s all-time leading rusher with 11,073 yards and earned five Pro Bowl selections. He led the NFC in rushing yards in 2006 with a franchise-record 1,695 yards and contributed to the team’s appearance in Super Bowl XLVII in 2012. After leaving San Francisco, Gore continued his career with the Indianapolis Colts, Miami Dolphins, Buffalo Bills, and New York Jets, setting an NFL record for most games played by a running back with 241. He retired in 2022 as the third all-time leading rusher in NFL history with 16,000 career rushing yards and joined the San Francisco 49ers front office as a Football Personnel Advisor in 2023. Beyond football, Gore also pursued a boxing career, making his professional debut in 2022.
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