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- Born: December 31, 1981
- Birthplace: Fontana, California
- Height: 6'0"
- Weight: 235 lbs
- Position: Linebacker
- Colleges: San Jose State University and San Diego State University
- Major: Criminal justiceOfficial Site of the Minnesota Vikings: Heath Farwell
- Intends to become a SWAT officer after his football career endsOfficial Site of the Minnesota Vikings: Heath Farwell
- Active in the community, including with the University of Minnesota Children's Hospital and the RT Autism FoundationOfficial Site of the Minnesota Vikings: Heath Farwell
- 2006: Named the Minnesota Vikings' special teams most valuable playerOfficial Site of the Minnesota Vikings: Heath Farwell
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Linebacker Heath Farwell plays professional football for the Minnesota Vikings of the National Football League.
On March 4, 2009, Farwell, who became a free agent on February 27, 2009, re-signed with the Minnesota Vikings. The three-year contract is reportedly worth $8 million.ESPN.com: Minnesota Vikings, Heath Farwell Agree to Three-year Deal
College Football Career
Farwell began his football career playing for the San Jose State Spartans in 2000. He played in all 12 regular season games, recording 10 tackles, one fumble and one blocked punt to earn the team's freshman of the year award. Farwell transferred to the San Diego State Aztecs in 2001, and sat out that season, using a redshirt. He played three seasons with the Aztecs, recording 180 tackles, 20.5 sacks, eight forced fumbles, two fumble recoveries and two interceptions. Farwell was honored with a honorable mention All-Mountain West selection as well as the team's defensive MVP and special teams player of the year in 2004.Official Site of the Minnesota Vikings: Heath FarwellNFL Career
After college, Farwell went undrafted and signed with the Minnesota Vikings in 2005. He made his professional debut that same year, playing in seven games and recording six tackles. Playing in every game with the Vikings in 2006 and 2007, Farwell recorded 27 and 30 tackles respectively. In 2008, Farwell injured his knee in a pre-season game against the Seattle Seahawks and was forced to miss the entire regular season.Official Site of the Minnesota Vikings: Heath Farwell-
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Heath Farwell Questions
Does anyone have the video King Rat that Heath Ledger was in before his death? 1 AnswerIt hasn't been released yet. The video is for an upcoming single by Modest Mouse. http://www.nydailynews.com/gossip/2009/03/19/2009-03-19_heath_ledgers_modest_m... read more
What do you think of this Modest Mouse video directed by Heath Ledger? 5 AnswersI love the video and all the indie/retro animation. I also love the message that is being presented. I would like even if it wasn't directed by Heath Ledger, bu... read more
I also would like to know why Heath Ledger AND Brad Renfro were left out of the Memorial Reel? 2 AnswersLike Ledger, Brad Renfro died before last year's Oscar ceremony. However, Renfro was not included in last year's memorial reel. They had this to say about it ... read more -
Heath Farwell Vital Stats
- Mahalo's Guide to the Minnesota Vikings
- NFL.com: Career Stats
- Height: 6'0"
- Weight: 235 Lbs
- Rookie Year: 2005



