Patrick L. Willis is an American former professional football player who spent his entire eight-year career as a linebacker with the San Francisco 49ers of the National Football League. He was drafted by the 49ers in the first round of the 2007 NFL Draft.
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Willis attended Hollow Rock-Bruceton Central High School, where he was a two-time All-State selection, Regional Most Valuable Player, and West Tennessee Player of the Year. He earned four letters in football and basketball, and three in baseball.
On February 8, 2024, Willis was selected to be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, in his fifth year of eligibility and second year as a finalist.
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Where did Patrick Willis grow up?
Born in Bruceton, Tennessee, Willis grew up in abject poverty and had to take care of his younger siblings.
Where does Patrick Willis live?
Like so many people who share his age range and geographic area, Willis now works at a tech startup. He currently lives in Tennessee.
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