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• LaDainian Tomlinson is a Pro Bowl running back for the San Diego Chargers of the National Football League.

  On March 11, 2009, Tomlinson and the Chargers agreed to a restructured contract. The deal, which applies to the three years remaining on his contract, reportedly saves the Chargers $2.25 million in salary cap space.ESPN.com: Source: LT saves Chargers $2.25M

• Fast Facts

  1. Born: June 23, 1979NFL.com: LaDainian Tomlinson
  2. Birthplace: Rosebud, TexasNFL.com: LaDainian Tomlinson
  3. Height: 5'10"NFL.com: LaDainian Tomlinson
  4. Weight: 221 lbsNFL.com: LaDainian Tomlinson
  5. Jersey:
     1. 21NFL.com: LaDainian Tomlinson
  6. College: Texas Christian UniversityNFL.com: LaDainian Tomlinson
  7. NFL Draft: Fifth overall in 2001 (San Diego Chargers)Chargers.com: LaDainian Tomlinson
  8. Five-time Pro Bowl selectionChargers.com: LaDainian Tomlinson
  9. 2007 NFL MVPChargers.com: LaDainian Tomlinson
  10. Holds single-season record for touchdowns (31) and rushing touchdowns (28)Chargers.com: LaDainian Tomlinson

• NFL Career

  LaDainian Tomlinson was drafted by the Chargers in 2001 with the fifth overall pick. Since his rookie season, Tomlinson has started in all but one game. Throughout his career, Tomlinson has set numerous NFL rushing records. In 2006, he set a new record by scoring 31 touchdowns during the regular season. The previous record of 28 was set the year before by Shaun Alexander. Tomlinson also broke Alexander's record of 27 rushing touchdowns by carrying the ball into the end zone 28 times. Tomlinson's accomplishments on the field have earned him a spot on the Pro Bowl five times.Chargers.com: LaDainian Tomlinson

• 2009 Wild Card Game Injury

  On January 3, 2009, news agencies reported that LaDainian Tomlinson has a detached tendon in his groin. Despite the injury he will attempt to play in the Colts vs. Chargers wildcard playoff game. The injury affected Tomlinson's ability to make sharp cuts and starting and stopping.ESPN.com: Tomlinson has torn tendon, will attempt to play (January 3, 2009)

  On January 7, 2009, Ladainian Tomlinson confirmed the injury to his groin and also stated that he may possibly return later in the Chargers post season. Tomlinson stated, "It's definitely torn. I can't really elaborate on it because I don't want to give too much information away." Running back Darren Sproles started in place and ran for 328 total yards in the Chargers victory over the Colts in the 2009 wild card game.ESPN.com: LT doubful, confirms injury (January 9, 2009)

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