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Otis James McDuffie (born December 2, 1969 in Marion, Ohio) is an American Football player who played wide receiver for the Miami Dolphins from 1993 to 2000. In college, McDuffie was an All America player at Penn State University.

Miami Dolphins

McDuffie was selected in the first round (25th pick overall) of the 1993 NFL Draft. He returned punts and was a reserve wide receiver before earning the starting spot for the Dolphins. McDuffie became known as Dan Marino's favorite receiver during his formative years as a member of the Dolphins. His 415 career catches are fourth all-time in Dolphins history. In 1998, McDuffie caught 90 passes, leading the NFL in that category. He is the only Dolphin to achieve this feat. McDuffie played his entire career in Miami, retiring in 2000 due to a toe injury.

Penn State

McDuffie played college football for legendary coach Joe Paterno at Penn State. He wore the number 24 for the Nittany Lions. He set many single-season and career receiving records, as well as all-purpose yard records. He finished his career in a Fiesta Bowl victory over Tennessee on January 1, 1993, and was named the game's MVP.

McDuffie also played baseball while at Penn State.

High school

McDuffie attended Hawken School in Gates Mills, Ohio, excelling in football, basketball, and baseball.

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