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Watch the incredible stories of the three oldest rookies in NFL history! From Sav Rocca's debut at 32 to Dieter Brock's CFL success, and Otis Douglas' chance at 35! Don't miss out! #NFL #Rookie #SportsHistory #Inspirational #OldestRookies
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00:00 the three oldest rookies in NFL history.
00:02 Sav Rocker made his NFL debut at the age of 32,
00:06 soon after signing with the Philadelphia Eagles in 2007.
00:10 The six foot five punter played in the NFL
00:13 until the 2013 season before retiring at the age of 40.
00:17 Quarterback Dieter Brock wasn't good enough
00:20 for the NFL right out of college
00:21 and made a name for himself up north.
00:24 A two-time CFL MVP, he went on to have
00:28 one of the best rookie seasons for a QB in NFL history.
00:33 The Rams secured a divisional title that year before
00:37 losing out in the NFL championship game in 1946.
00:41 NFL teams were having trouble filling out their rosters.
00:44 Otis Douglas managed to secure a chance
00:47 with the Eagles starting quarterback.
00:49 The 35 year old is the oldest rookie
00:53 in the history of professional sports.

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