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Eight NFL greybeards who will continue to dazzle in 2017

Dec 11, 2016; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Miami Dolphins defensive end Cameron Wake (91) takes the field prior to the game against the Arizona Cardinals at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports

Terence Newman, cornerback, Minnesota Vikings

Newman debuted in the league in the same 2003 class as Witten and was drafted by the Dallas Cowboys fifth overall.

During his nine seasons with Dallas, two-time Pro Bowler recorded 32 interceptions, three touchdowns, 442 combined tackles and defended 122 passes. Newman then spent three seasons playing for the Cincinnati Bengals before signing with the Minnesota Vikings in 2015.

He is still performing at a high enough level after recording four interceptions, 20 defended passes and 100 combined tackles with Minnesota last year. As a result, the Vikings re-signed him to a one-year deal for 2017.

Like a fine wine, Newman seems to be aging quite well. In fact the veteran corner attributes red wine to his excellent health status.

“Red wine is the key,” Newman said in 2015. “Get it in your veins, baby. Keeps you strong.”

Go figure. Newman turns 39 on September 4 and should compete for the left corner spot with third-year defensive back, Trae Waynes.

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