Bill Conaty
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| Date of birth | March 8, 1973 |
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| Place of birth | Baltimore, Maryland |
| Career information | |
| Position(s) | Center |
| College | Virginia Tech |
| Career history | |
| As player | |
| 1997–2002 | Buffalo Bills |
| 2003 | Dallas Cowboys |
| 2004 | Minnesota Vikings |
| 2005 | Arizona Cardinals |
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William Buckley Conaty, Jr. (born March 8, 1973 in Baltimore, Maryland) is a former professional American football player who played center for nine seasons for the Buffalo Bills, Minnesota Vikings, Dallas Cowboys and the Arizona Cardinals.
Virginia Tech
Conaty was a four year starter along the offensive line for the Hokies, starting a then record 48 straight games. After starting his freshman year at offensive tackle, Conaty shifted over to center where he started his remaining three seasons. Conaty was a two time all Big East selection. During his senior year he was named team captain and first team Sporting News All-American.
Buffalo Bills
Bill Conaty signed with the Buffalo Bills in 1997.[1] In 2001, his fifth NFL year, he became the Bills' starting center,[2] replacing Jerry Ostroski. After the 2001 season, Conaty was named to the USA Today All-Joe team. Conaty finished his career on injured reserve with the Arizona Cardinals.
Post-football
In 2009 Conaty graduated from Rutgers School of Law and is admitted to practice law in New Jersey and Pennsylvania.