During his career, the brash star, known for his crushing tackles and demonstrative pregame dance, was selected as an All-Pro 10 times and twice was the league's defensive player of the year.
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Not only has he arranged the sixth transfer of prolific former non-league man Hayles' 10-year pro career, but he gthen followed that up by bringing in big target man Steve Howard from Derby County.