Brent Celek's Take Flight Foundation
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About

Name: Brent Celek
Height/Weight: 6’4”, 255 lbs.
Position: Tight End
Born: January 25
Resides in: Philadelphia, Pa.
College: University of Cincinnati
Acquired: 2007
NFL Experience: 5 seasons 

 

PROFESSIONAL FACTS

  • Selected in the 5th Round of the 2007 NFL Draft by the Philadelphia Eagles (162nd Overall).
  • 2009: Led the Eagles in receptions (76).
  • 2009: Set career highs in receptions (76), yards (971) and touchdowns (8).  Each rank 2nd in Eagles All-Time Single-Season history for a tight end.
  • 2009: Along with DeSean Jackson, became first duo in Eagles history to record 900+ receiving yards in the same season.
  • 2009: Set an Eagles franchise playoff record with 10 catches in the NFC Championship game on 1/18/09 vs. Arizona (83 yards and two TDs).
  • Named to USA Today’s 2009 All-Joe Team, which honors the NFL players whose work doesn’t necessarily garner headlines but is integral to the success of their football team.


PERSONAL FACTS

  • Attended LaSalle High School (Cincinnati, Ohio) where he lettered twice in track & field in addition to his high school football career.
  • Was a Marketing Major while attending the University of Cincinnati.
  • Resides in Philadelphia, Pa.

 

 

ABOUT BRENT CELEK’S TAKE FLIGHT FOUNDATION

Established in 2010, the primary focus of the Take Flight Foundation is to provide seriously ill and physically challenged children throughout Greater Philadelphia with daily support and life changing experiences.  Our goal is to have touched the lives of more than 2,000,000 children and their family members by 2013.

 

MISSION 

The mission of Brent Celek’s Take Flight Foundation is to provide opportunities, support and resources to children and families in need.