Art Monk

Quick Facts

Full Name	Art Monk
Occupation	Football Player
Date Of Birth	Dec 5, 1957(1957-12-05)
Age	67
Birthplace	White Plains
Country	United States
Birth City	New York
Horoscope	Sagittarius

Art Monk Biography

Art Monk is one of the most popular and richest Football Player who was born on December 5, 1957 in White Plains, New York, United States. Former superstar NFL wide receiver. He was admitted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in the year 2008. He was a three-time Pro Bowl selection and retired after accumulating 12,721 yards of receiving along with 68 touchdowns.

He was the first to win the Super Bowl playing alongside running back He won his first Super Bowl playing alongside running back John Riggins on the Washington Redskins. on the Washington Redskins.

Monk attended and played college football at Syracuse University, where he was a four-year Orangemen letter winner (1976–79). He led the team in receiving in 1977, 1978 and 1979 and still ranks in the top 10 on several school career record lists, including career receptions (sixth), all-time receiving yards (seventh) and receiving yards per game (ninth). While there, Monk was a graduate of the College of Visual and Performing Arts.

Monk was drafted in the first round of the 1980 NFL Draft by the Washington Redskins. During his rookie year, he was a unanimous All-Rookie selection and had 58 receptions, which was a Redskins’ rookie record.

He hails from White Plains, New York.

Art Monk Net Worth

Art Monk is one of the richest Football Player from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Art Monk 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

He developed his skills on the field during his time in Syracuse University.

He played the majority of his time playing for his team, the Washington Redskins, helping the team win Super Bowls XVIIand XXII and XXVI.

James Arthur Monk (born December 5, 1957) is an American former football wide receiver in the National Football League for the Washington Redskins, New York Jets, and the Philadelphia Eagles. Monk was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2008.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

Art Monk height 6 ft 3 in Art weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.

Who is Art Monk Dating?

According to our records, Art Monk married to Desire Monk. As of December 1, 2023, Art Monk’s is not dating anyone.

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On August 2, 2008, Monk, along with fellow Washington Redskins teammate Darrell Green, was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Upon his induction into the Hall of Fame, Monk received the longest standing ovation in Pro Football Hall of Fame history, lasting four minutes and four seconds when later timed by NFL Films. In 2012, Monk was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame.

Facts & Trivia

Art Ranked on the list of most popular Football Player. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Art Monk celebrates birthday on December 5 of every year.

Top Facts about Art Monk

1. Art Monk played for the Washington Redskins from 1980-1993.
2. He won three Super Bowl championships with the Redskins.
3. Monk was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2008.
4. He retired as the NFL’s all-time leader in receptions (940).
5. Monk was a three-time All-Pro selection and made it to the Pro Bowl three times.
6. He had eight seasons with over 1,000 receiving yards.
7. Monk was known for his consistency and durability, playing in 224 consecutive games.
8. In college, he played at Syracuse University and set several records there.
9. Monk’s number (81) has been retired by both Syracuse and the Redskins.
10. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest wide receivers of all time.

How many Super Bowls did Art Monk play in?

When Art Monk was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2008, he received the longest standing ovation ever at the Hall, lasting more than four minutes before he stopped the crowd. Monk played 14 of his 16 seasons for the Washington Redskins and led them to three Super Bowl victories and four appearances.

Why is Art Monk in the Hall of Fame?

Monk was nicknamed “Big Money” for his ability to make the critical catches in huge games. The 2008 induction ceremony in Canton, Ohio, was a long- awaited celebration for Redskins fans. Monk and Green became the first players of the 1991 Washington Redskins Super Bowl-winning team to make it to the Hall of Fame.

Does Art Monk have children?

Born on December 5, 1957, in White Plains, NY; son of Arthur (a welder) and Lela (a domestic worker) Monk; married Desiree; children: James Arthur Jr., Danielle, Monica , Education: Syracuse University, Syracuse, NY, 1980.

Who did Art Monk play for?

No. 81, 85
NFL Draft:| 1980 / Round: 1 / Pick: 18
Career history
Washington Redskins (1980–1993) New York Jets (1994) Philadelphia Eagles (1995)
Career highlights and awards

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Pro Football Hall of Fame (2014)