Patrick L. Willis is a former American professional football player who played linebacker for the San Francisco 49ers in the National Football League for eight years. He was selected 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 twice named All-State, Regional Most Valuable Player, and West Tennessee Player of the Year. He received four letters in football and basketball, and three in baseball.
Willis was chosen to the Pro Football Hall of Fame on February 8, 2024, in his fifth year of eligibility and second as a finalist.
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Where did Patrick Willis go to college?
Willis attended the University of Mississippi (“Ole Miss”), and played for the Ole Miss Rebels football team from 2003 to 2006.
Was Patrick Willis adopted?
Patrick Willis still introduces foster parents Julie and Chris Finley as Mom and Dad. Born in Bruceton, Tennessee, Willis grew up in abject poverty and had to take care of his younger siblings.


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