Kenneth Bernard Bynum (born May 29, 1974) is a former

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in the

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. He played for the

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(1997–2000). The 5'11", 191 pound running back went to

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for college. He was drafted in the fifth round of the

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by the San Diego Chargers and was the 138th overall pick. In 1997, he played in 13 games,

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30 times for 97 yards and scored no

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s. In 1998, he played in 10 games and had 11 rushing attempts for 23 yards and 4 receptions for 27 yards. In 1998, he played in 16 games and had 92 rushing attempts for 287 yards and a touchdown to go along with 16 receptions for 209 yards and two touchdowns. In 2000, he played in 11 games and had only 7 rushing attempts for 26 yards and two receptions for 13 yards.

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1974 births Living people Players of American football from Gainesville, Florida Gainesville High School (Florida) alumni American football running backs South Carolina State Bulldogs football players San Diego Chargers players {{Runningback-1970s-stub