Kyle Rudolph (born November 9, 1989, in Cincinnati, Ohio) is a former American football tight end best known for his time with the Minnesota Vikings. A standout at Notre Dame, he was selected in the 2nd round of the 2011 NFL Draft and became a key red-zone target, earning a Pro Bowl selection. Rudolph later played for the New York Giants and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, finishing his career as a respected veteran known for reliable hands and leadership.
