Steven Marshall Herndon (born May 25, 1977) is an American former professional

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. Herndon, born and raised in

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, attended high school and played on its football team with Warren Mathis, who later became rapper

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. Herndon left the NFL in 2005 after knee and neck injuries. Herndon was most remembered for breaking Jamal Williams leg during a game against the

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. The block was extremely controversial and many called for Herndon to be banned for several games. Herndon was also instrumental in helping the

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reach the NFC championship game in 2004 earning him the Steve Bartkowski Offensive MVP trophy. The award was given to the five starters and Herndon as he backed up every position that season. Herndon divorced in 2019. Herndon now lives with his wife Cortney Herndon and they have five children together; Lydia (23), Avery (18), John (14), Anna (12), Noah (10).

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