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Raghib Ramadian "Rocket" Ismail (born November 18, 1969) is an American former professional football player who was a wide receiver. He played college football for the Notre Dame Fighting Irish before moving on to both the Canadian Football League (CFL) from 1991–92 and the National Football League (NFL) from 1993–2001.
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- November 18, 1969
Oct 11, 2021 · Learn about the life and career of Raghib "Rocket" Ismail, a former NFL and CFL receiver who was famous for his speed and nickname. Find out how he grew up, played college football, spurned the NFL for the CFL, and returned to the NFL with mixed results.
One of the most electrifying players in college football history, Raghib “Rocket” Ismail tormented opponents as both an All-America receiver and kick returner while also returning punts and even rushing the ball.
Dec 20, 2012 · Raghib 'Rocket' Ismail pulled off one of the greatest plays in college football history in the closing minute of the 1991 Orange Bowl against Colorado, wiped off the board by a dubious penalty...
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- Notre Dame Fighting Irish
Nov 1, 2019 · Rocket Ismail was a two-time All-American and Heisman Trophy runner-up at Notre Dame, where he helped the Fighting Irish win the 1988 national championship. He also played in the CFL and NFL, and is now a motivational speaker in Dallas.
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Nov 22, 2016 · In his first (and only) Grey Cup game, Raghib 'The Rocket' Ismail, of the Toronto Argonauts, made an historic 87-yard return to score a touchdown. And that was just ONE of his great plays that...
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