Charles Rogers

Charles Rogers (born May 23, 1981 in Saginaw, Michigan) is a football player for the Detroit Lions.

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May 23 - 1981 - Saginaw, Michigan - Football - Detroit Lions

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Rogers played for Saginaw High School.

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He later attended Michigan State University, where he became one of the most dominant wide receivers in college football. While at MSU, Rogers was considered a contender for the Heisman Trophy.

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Michigan State University - Wide receivers - College football - Heisman Trophy

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Rogers was drafted second overall in the 2003 NFL Draft by the Lions.

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2003 - NFL Draft

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Rogers showed great poise during the first 5 games of the 2003 season. Unfortunately, Rogers broke his collarbone while practicing a speed drill with Dre' Bly. He was out for the season. Rogers was expected to come back from the injury, and have a big season in 2004. However during the third play of the season against the Chicago Bears, Rogers suffered another collarbone injury. He was once again out for the season.

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Collarbone - Dre' Bly - 2004 - Chicago Bears

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