Basketball stars have had success with the number as well with Dikembe Mutumbo and Dolph Schayes thriving with the number 55 in the NBA. 2 All-NBA Third Team (1998, 2002) All Players To Wear Number 55 For New York Yankees. But 97 has become a Bosa birthright, beginning quietly enough with John Bosa. This is still a reliable target when healthy. 20 - 49: Running backs and defensive backs. 3 overall NFL draft pick traded to Falcons. Twitter logo Up arrow icon User icon Audio icon Add to calendar icon NFC icon AFC icon NFL icon Carousel Icon List View Website Instagram Twitter Facebook Snapchat Shop Icon Profile Overlay Avatar Add Airplay Arrow Left Arrow Right . G Ed Newman; 63. Along with quarterbacks like Justin Herbert, it is a number dominated by receivers. No. The Las Vegas Raiders and Nike teamed up to donate $5,000 in equipmentto the Bonanza High School and Valley High School football teams and the Legacy High School and Western High School flag football teams. Rudolph started 11 games in the Dolphins' inaugural season after coming over from the Boston Patriots in the expansion draft. Irv Smith Jr. might be due for a big year in Minnesota, but Davis has proven he belongs as a starter on the outside. Vote up your favorite athletes to wear the number 55. We have tools and resources that can help you use sports data. With Jack Ham injured and out, Dirt was instrumental as a starting outside linebacker in nine games during the 1979 season and the Super Bowl XIV win over the Los Angeles Rams. The greatness of David "Deacon" Jones, maybe the best pass-rushing defensive end ever and the man who came up with the term "sack," must be acknowledged. [1], Exceptions to this system do exist, including during the National Football League preseason with associated larger team rosters. Dent is tied with Randle for 10th all time on the all-time sacks list. Even at a time when the passing game dominates and the schedule has expanded to 17 games, it's going to take a true unicorn to surpass Rice's litany of receiving records. The four-time All-Pro wore the digits for four teams in his 12-year career, which ended with 136 sacks (including 22 in 2011 for Minnesota). However Largent didn't kick or play safety which Hutson did. An All-Decade selection in the 1970s and '80s, the former New England Patriots guard would still garner some votes as the greatest blocker of all time. Only Chris Godwin offers competition here. The Broncos legend retains a case as arguably one of the top three quarterbacks of all time. The AFL's numbering system also allowed for the use of a double-zero as a number, which was used by future Hall of Fame player Jim Otto, center for the Oakland Raiders; after wearing the number 50 in his rookie season, he switched to 00 (which was said as 'aught, oh', a homonym of Otto), which he wore for the remainder of his career. "National Football League uniform numbers", Learn how and when to remove this template message, List of National Football League retired numbers, NFL passes Brian Bosworth rule, linebackers can now wear jerseys numbered 40-49, "NFL owners pass rule expanding eligible jersey numbers for certain positions", "NFL players can now wear No. He played in six games and went on to play a season with the Chicago Bears. 10? His first four seasons were as good as any back's before a knee injury sent him into sharp decline and a premature retirement. DT Randy Starks; 93. Joey Porter arrived as a free agent as a three-time Pro Bowl linebacker, and he was a pass-rushing force in the last two of his three seasons in Miami. See the full player roster for the 2022 Cincinnati Bengals. Jay Cutler, Baker Mayfield, Mark Sanchez sorry, but you never stood a chance from the moment you were drafted in the first round. No. NBA All-Rookie First Team (1992) The best players to wear 55 as their jersey numbers are sprinkled across all major sports. Unlike 62, 63 has a surprisingly proud history, including Hall of Famers Dermontti Dawson,Mike Munchak,Lee Roy Selmon andGene Upshaw. Number 00 is no longer used, though it was issued in the NFL before the number standardization in 1973. Thomas joined the Raiders after three years in St. Louis and one in Green Bay. He switched to No. On the field for the Steelers, Kolb didnt need any apologies for his play. 99 J.J. Watt. The NFL completely overhauled its strict numbering rules for the 2021 season, allowing most players to wear jersey numbers between 1 and 19. A-Rod is still more physically gifted, but how can this not be Brady, who refuses to age and/or stop delivering when it matters most? Alston joined the Raiders after a year in St. Louis. WR Brian Hartline; 81. Follow USA TODAY Sports' Nate Davis on Twitter @ByNateDavis. Moore, Darius Slay and Robert Woods are honorable mentions. And Shields didn't miss a game in his career. Graham was named to the NFL's 75th Anniversary All-Time Team and the Browns have retired his No. Linebacker Bryan Cox wore 0 in the 2001 preseason with the New England Patriots; for the regular season, he switched to 51. When the Chief called personally to notify the Oklahoma State Cowboy of his selection, Kolb recalled being rude to Rooney in a conversation with Steelers.com. If the 2016 league MVP doesn't play another down, he'll finish with the seventh-most passing yards (62,792) in NFL history. The Raiders selected Moore in the 3rd round of the 2013 NFL Draft out of Connecticut. A one-man gang during his early years with the Bears, Payton overtook Brown as the all-time rushing king before Smith wrested the crown away in 2002. As the Raiders prepare for their Week 15 home game against the New England Patriots, take a look back at photos from their past matchups. Do you have a sports website? He ended up with the Ravens and started nine games that season before retiring. A three-time MVP himself, and, by most accounts, the godfather of the quarterback position. > All Players To Wear Number 55. Calais Campbell owns the all-time edge, but Allen is a force on Washington's ferocious front. 99, present epic competitions. One of several underrated pieces on Detroit's O-line. WR Mark Clayton; 82. The American Football League (AFL) of the 1960s, which also later merged with the NFL, used essentially the same numbering system as the NFL with some exceptions, mostly pertaining to wide receivers, who were allowed to wear numbers in the teens and 20s (as the AFL had a greater priority toward offense, the league often made use of flankers, receivers positioned in the backfield). Jim Reineking. The tough and aggressive linebacker spent some time coaching in the CFL and NCAA and was the interim Head Coach at Grambling State in 2013. The numbers on the front and back are very large, covering most of the jersey. 12 Pro Bowl (19912002) Davenport is still trying to live up to his first-round reputation. He played in four games with four starts before a suspension cut his time in Silver and Black short. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & resort (KS). As the Silver and Black prepare for the Week 12 game against the Seattle Seahawks, take a look back at their past matchups through the years. Some teams will hold official "number retirement" ceremonies, others have "informally" retired numbers by simply not issuing them. Greatest strong safety ever? Zeke needs a big year to confirm he remains a top 10 ball-carrier. Unusual uniform numbers have been used in comedy films, including: List of National Football League retired numbers, National Federation of State High School Associations, "NFL players can now wear No. Stover, who left Baltimore in 2008, was the Ravens' all-time leading scorer until Justin Tucker passed him last season. 2 NBA rebounding leader (2000, 2001) He's perhaps not as well remembered as Super Bowl 17 MVP John Riggins. When you're one of the NFL's most slippery and explosive ball-carriers, you can make any number look cool. And if this seems a little chintzy, whatever I'm thrilled to rig this list with Tomlinson and Sanders rather than Sanders in combination withShaun Alexander, Lester Hayes, Jimmy Johnson, Rodney Harrison or Doak Walker. I will never forget the news came on and they said Jon Kolb is going to Pittsburgh. Somehow, he's held this spot for years on end. It will always be there.. Winston wore No. His health this year will go a long way in determining whether he remains the top dog in 2022. Jason Fitz and. The countdown to the start of the 2022 regular season has begun now that we're under 100 days away, so we'll honor every day the best players to wear the corresponding number for the Dolphins. And no real competition, either. The earliest numbering systems were significantly different from the modern variation. Current number: 55 . He also played for more than half of the defensive snaps in the Super Bowl XXX loss to the Dallas Cowboys. 1 overall pick (1963). 3325) No. Watch our How-To Videos to Become a Stathead, Subscribe to Stathead and get access to more data than you can imagine. 2004-2023 CBS Interactive. Howard is motivated after several years of top production on the outside. Who's betting against another 1,000-yard season this year? The NFL's first transcendent receiver, his numbers were positively Ruthian compared to his peers from 1935-45. From speed to size to hands to swagger to intelligence, perhaps thequintessential receiver assuming he was engaged, of course. But first, a recap of the countdown so far. He's aged like a fine wine. But his real strength was protecting the quarterback from the left tackle position as a full-time starter for nine of his thirteen seasons from 1969 to 1981. BTSC continues to rank the best numbers in team history on a standpoint of thriving over time throughout multiple players. No portion of this site may be reproduced without the express written permission of the Las Vegas Raiders. Clark joined the Raiders after four years with Jacksonville. Kolb started on all four Super Bowl teams that decade and was immortalized by a fan group called Kolbs Kowboys. Get the comprehensive list of every Defensive End for each NFL pro football team 0 among rule changes", "Ty Montgomery on No. No matter who's throwing passes in 2021, he's bound to return to Pro Bowl form. Find out more. 55, take a look back at photos of all the Raiders who have worn the number through the years. The Silver and Black are back in the building and ready to get to work. 6 at Tennessee and in high school. 8322) No. Some, such as No. The one and only Sammy Baugh. Basketball stars have had success with the number as well with Dikembe Mutumboand Dolph Schayesthriving with the number 55 in the NBA. An All-Pro both at corner and safety and a starter on the legendary 2000 Baltimore Ravens defense, Woodson has also been honored as a member of the NFL's75th and 100th Anniversary All-Time Teams. If you grew up watching the NFL in the 1980s, Raiders TETodd Christensen, Cardinals S Tim McDonald and Chargers RB Chuck Muncie were familiar figures. He wore No. NFL 1990s All-Decade Team Kellywas an All-Pro the next three seasons before eventually finding his way to a gold jacket. But when you reach six Pro Bowls, post five 1,200-yard receiving seasons and are so devoted to your jersey digits that you legally change your name to "Chad Ochocinco?" 28 players wear this number, and a lot of them get paid to lock up the opposition. TE Andre Tillman; 86. But there was very little falloff from Brown to Kelly, who took over in Cleveland's backfield following the superstar's retirement in the summer of 1966. How good a left tackle was he? Otherwise all players can be numbered 199; the NCAA makes no stipulation on defensive players. How dominant was he? Other notables: Carson Wentz, Dyami Brown, Patrick Surtain II. [citation needed], The All-America Football Conference (AAFC) of the 1940s, which later merged with the NFL, had a different numbering system with quarterback in the 1960s (Otto Graham), fullbacks in the 1970s (Marion Motley), halfbacks in the 1980s, ends in the 1950s (Mac Speedie), tackles in the 1940s (Lou Groza), guards in the 1930s, and centers in the 1920s (Frank Gatski). 0", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=National_Football_League_uniform_numbers&oldid=1147449168, This page was last edited on 31 March 2023, at 01:16. With a few liberties sprinkled in, my vote for the league's best man per integer (asterisks denote Pro Football Hall of Famers): Which player do you want to see steal @BlitzTheSeahawk's number? Honorable mention Otto Graham: One of football's renowned winners, he led the Cleveland Browns to the championship game (winning seven) in all 10 of his seasons (4 in the AAFC, 6 in the NFL). Tough call between him and Washington Pro Bowler Brandon Scherff. An NFL icon of the 1960s as the (scary) defensive face of the powerhouse Packers. 55 retired by Denver Nuggets, 7 Pro Bowl (2004, 2006, 2008, 2010, 2011, 2013, 2017), Only athletes who wore 55 for at least one professional season. Full Site Menu. Until the 1920s, when the NFL limited its rosters to 22 players, it was rare to see player numbers much higher than 25 (Red Grange was a notable exception, wearing 77 with the Chicago Bears while playing halfback, which would not be allowed under current NFL rules), and numbers had little correlation with positions (in 1929, the Orange Tornadoes subverted the system even further, experimenting with using letters instead of numbers). I was on record four years ago anointing "Gronk" as the greatest tight end in NFL history and that could hold for some time for anyone who values a guy who catches and provides devastating blocking. DE/LB Cameron Wake; 90. On this episode of "Behind The Shield," a new era under center begins with moves made to prepare the Silver and Black for the 2023 season. Let's get right to it, starting from . There's a reason Wilson wants Seattle to pay him. But they don't trump the historical significance of Williams, the first Black quarterback to win the Super Bowl and in smashing, gutsystyle. 869) No. Haason Reddick is another name to watch, so long as his 2020 wasn't a flash in the pan. "Joe Cool" can't match Brady's seven Super Bowl rings, but his supporters will note he never lost one during his four trips with the San Francisco 49ers. In a countdown of the most prolific Steelers jerseys of all time, No. Watch as Head Coach Josh McDaniels teams up with Nike to donate equipment to Las Vegas high school football programs. [citation needed] Since 2010, defensive linemen are allowed to wear numbers 5059; this is in part because of the interchangeability of linebackers and defensive ends (a defensive end in a 43 defense would be an outside linebacker in a 34 defense). And unlike "Prime Time," the Night Train brought the wood, too. 3415) No. Names to watch down the road: Ravens LB Patrick Queen and new Eagles WR DeVonta Smith. Currently, Olsavsky is heading into his sixth season as the inside linebackers coach under Mike Tomlin where he has overseen a strengthening of that particular unit. You could form a whole All-Pro O-line with all these centers in the 60s! T Eric Laakso; 67. Watch as former running back Mark van Eeghen discusses his draft night experience and being selected by the Raiders in the 1974 NFL Draft. Visit ESPN to view the Arizona Cardinals team roster for the current season He wore the No. DT Manny Fernandez; 74. Spirited a debate as you could have about Hall of Fame WRs Tim Brown, Calvin Johnson and Terrell Owens, none are likely to start for an all-time NFL team. Certain numbers may only be worn by players in specific positions, thus assisting the officials in determining penalties. But 75 goes to "Mean Joe," arguably the seminal figure of the 1970s Steelers and a great pitchman for Coca-Cola. You're forgiven if you forgot arguably the hardest-hitting safety of the Super Bowl era began his career as a perennial Pro Bowl corner. DT Tim Bowens; 94. 12 and No. Bryant Young, Cornelius Bennett, Geno Atkins, Simeon Rice and even Cam Heyward all have their claims. In American football, uniform numbers are displayed on both the front and back of the jersey, and in many cases the sleeves, shoulder pad, or occasionally helmets. [5], On high school and other lower youth teams, jerseys with different number ranges are different sizes, and since many of these teams do not reorder jerseys every year, players are often assigned numbers based more on jerseys that fit them rather than specific position. 10 after earning the receiving triple crown - and Super Bowl MVP - last . After four seasons and five sacks as a Bill, Moats signed a free agent deal with the Steelers in 2014. He never made the Pro Bowl, though he had a really good year in 1981 when he led the team in tackles with 120 and had three interceptions. Csonka's 145 yards in Super Bowl 8 were a then-record and earned the game's MVP nod. Who would you say is the best to don No. Moats now does Steelers broadcating for The Fan, 93.7 in Pittsburgh and has a podcast series as well. Whitney Mercilus, DE, Texans. 10: Cooper Kupp, Los Angeles Rams. Is Eli Manning the best #NFL player to ever wear No. Close call with Chiefs DT Chris Jones, another disruptive force, but you always want a premium edge rusher. Honorable mention Otto Graham: Refer to Hutson at No. No. He's not the only top talent worthy of an honorable mention, either: DeForest Buckner, Chase Young and J.J. Watt all share No. He brings more explosiveness when healthy than fellow RB Josh Jacobs. 2:07. ', "Patriots' Notebook: Newcomer Cox has his eyes on uniform No. Mike Singletary. 100 in NCAA history. TE Keith Jackson; 87. 12, 32 was donned byMarcus Allen, Ottis Anderson, Franco Harris, Edgerrin James andO.J. One of the greatest Giants ever, "Rosey" was a fixture at left tackle from 1953 to 1965, the sculpted-from-granite six-time All-Proalso a member of the NFL's all-century team. He carried the ball once for 22 yards on a fake punt in 2008. Football is an essential piece of Americas fabric, uniting fans, players and communities with a simple yet powerful bond. As the Silver and Black prepare for the Week 9 game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, take a look back at their past matchups through the years. His sons, Joey and Nick, have already combined for more than 100 career sacks, Nick winning Defensive Player of the Year honors in 2022. Bucky Brooks and Rhett Lewis share their top cornerback and safety prospects in the 2023 NFL Draft. A Pro Bowl guard, his career spanned the '72 Dolphins to the Marino era. From 1973 to 2022, number 0 was also not issued. )[citation needed], From 1973 to 2020, five major changes were made. 3. He played in 26 games with 22 starts and recorded 7.5 sacks, forced 2 fumbles and logged 105 solo tackles. 12, 32 was donned by Marcus Allen, Ottis Anderson, Franco Harris, Edgerrin James and O.J. One of the best DBs and return men in history, his 79 INTs trail only Krause. From William & Mary to Motown, the perennial All-Pro blocker was a mainstay during the Lions 1950s glory days, which includedthree championships. The Colts' Ryan Kelly and Browns' Jack Conklin could easily be slotted in here as well. A two-time All-Decade performer, the nine-time Pro Bowler reached double-digit sacks in ten different seasons. Sanders has always affiliated himself with No. 8:26 am ET. Graham wore No. Player ratings with position rankings. Examples are Otto Graham going from 60 to 14, Norm Van Brocklin going from 25 to 11, Marion Motley going from 76 to 36, and Tom Fears going from 55 to 80. If they later change positions, they can keep their prior number, unless it conflicts with the eligible receiver rule; that is only players that change positions from an eligible position (such as receiver or back) to an ineligible position (such as an offensive lineman) are required to change numbers if they change position. Drafted in the third round of the 1999 NFL Draft, Joey Porter was perhaps one of the most charismatic Steeler in team history. You could make a case for the upside of Bengals QB Joe Burrow here. Before that, though, NFL rules prevented him from wearing any number lower than 10. Widely regarded as the greatest defensive lineman ever, White could ragdoll offensive linemen, engulf running backs and certainly terrorized quarterbacks his 198 sacks two shy of Bruce Smith's record though White played in 47 fewer games. As linebacker Tanner Muse becomes the newest member of the Silver and Black to wear No. Von Miller is probably interchangeable here (and certainly has the all-time edge), but Barrett is still just hitting his prime. Now it appears Donald, who still has time to add to his trio of defensive MVPs, could forever be the signature 99, his durability distinguishing him from Watt. 25: . Conners originally wore No. New York Giants player information and depth chart order. Dubbed"the finest lineman I have seen" by his college coach, Grambling State's Eddie Robinson, Buchanan was the first Black player everdrafted with a No. He spent the entirety of his 13-year career with the St. Louis Cardinals, earning a spot on the 1970s All-Decade Team. He played 14 seasons, mostly for Minnesota, and was a Pro Bowl guard for 12 of them. But he showed the doubters a man of color who could dominate and lead from the middle, doing so for a 1969 Chiefs defense that doesn't get the legendary recognition it deserves. Canadian football follows a similar numbering scheme to that of American football, except that the ineligible numbers span only 50 to 69 and numbers 0 and 00 have long been available for use (00 remains prohibited in American football). As a reminder about the ground rules, the top three will be determined only by what the players did while wearing that uniform for the Dolphins. T Branden Albert; 75. Earlier, defensive players wore numbers that reflected their offensive position, as many players played both offense and defense. The SPORTS REFERENCE and STATHEAD trademarks are owned exclusively by Sports Reference LLC. . The number 0 was made legal in 2022, although it remains banned as the first digit of a two-digit number.[7]. [6], Although previous editions of the National Federation of State High School Associations rule book indicated a recommended numbering system nearly identical to the NCAA's, later editions from approximately 2000 onward only indicate the bare minimum requirements: offensive linemen must be numbered from 50 to 79, while all other positions including backs and ends must wear numbers either from 0 to 49 or 80 to 99. Singletary has gone to ten Pro Bowls and was named a nine-time All-Pro. Players in the National Football League (NFL) wear uniform numbers between 0 and 99, with no two players on a team able to wear the same number outside of the offseason. Return to Top; . Ironically, 1992 was the only season Kennedy did not wear 96 he instead played in 99 that year, honoring his late friend, fellow DTJerome Brown, an Eagles star killed before the season in a car accident. To celebrate the NFL's 100th season, the USA TODAY Sports Network is . Pro Football Hall of Fame 21+ (18+ NH/WY). The All-Decade star played corner and safety while finishing his career with the "Greatest Show on Turf" Rams. The Raiders selected Folston in the 2nd round of the 1994 NFL Draft out of Louisiana-Monroe. No, No. They had their share of battles three decades ago, but I'm not declaring a winner. He's not always as dominant as he should be, but you're still talking about a Pro Bowl talent. The "Golden Boy" was alinchpin of the 1960s Green Bay Packers. Leader ( 2000, 2001 ) he 's not always as dominant as he should be but! Back in the Third round of the Super Bowl MVP - last for! Four seasons were as good as any back 's before a knee injury sent into... 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