The last of the two-way stars, "Concrete Charlie" excelled as a center and linebacker, a position from which he doled out some of the league's nastiest hits just ask Frank Gifford. 6 of 10. 94 in 2007, and No. And there's no debating Bruce Smith's league-record 200 sacks since the statistic officially became recognized in 1982. Austin Ekeler is awesome for the Chargers when healthy, but Bates has quietly emerged as a steady playmaker. Kamara already has a unique number for a running back, but he wore No. 3 NBA blocks leader (19941996) Toughie when you're considering legends likeMerlin Olsen,Bruce Matthews and Ron Mix. WR Brian Hartline; 81. With that in mind, we decided to revisit every single number -- from 1 to 99 -- and identify the best player set to wear each one going into the 2021 campaign. Please check the opt-in box to acknowledge that you would like to subscribe. Follow USA TODAY Sports' Nate Davis on Twitter @ByNateDavis. One of the very last pure fullbacks, the three-time Super Bowl champ was a huge component of Emmitt's Smith's success in Dallas and also an underrated weapon himself, catching nearly 300 passes in his 11-year career. 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?" In eight-man, there are only three ineligible receivers and in six-man, all players are eligible receivers. DeAndre Hopkins and Tyreek Hill have compelling cases, but Kupp gets the honor as the best No. 10. NFL players have a new number they can wear on their jerseys, but roughing the passer penalties could remain . Los Angeles Chargers No. Visit ESPN to view the Arizona Cardinals team roster for the current season From William & Mary to Motown, the perennial All-Pro blocker was a mainstay during the Lions 1950s glory days, which includedthree championships. Former Seahawks boss Mike Holmgren he worked with Montana, Young and Favre during his career deemed Jones, a left tackle,the best offensive player he ever coached. 7 of 10. And he might be the greatest center of all time anyway. Green Bay should be a nice fit after a detour in Arizona. Zimmerman was an All-Decade player in both the 1980s and '90s, retiring as a champion on Elway's blind side. . But this year, unlike seasons past, players may be wearing jersey numbers unfamiliar to even trained eyes. Frivolities. 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. Zero looks nifty on Blitz, the Seattle Seahawks' mascot. See the full player roster for the 2022 Cincinnati Bengals. They've changed a little, but not much. For now, the nod goes to the longer track record, with Adams clearly among the game's best No. Other than this, the correspondence between jersey numbers and player positions is largely a matter of style, tradition and semantics. 55: Junior Seau. In a countdown of the most prolific Steelers jerseys of all time, No. [2] In 2023, a playing rule was passed allowing players to wear the jersey number 0, and kickers and punters were given eligibility to use numbers 2049 and 9099.[3]. 1 corners can't wear jerseys in the 40s? For most players, insulting the owner of the NFL team that just drafted you guarantees a short stay in that particular locale. Note: Anderson wore No. Not a ton of competition for this spot. The longtime snapper for Justin Tucker field goals in Baltimore, he's entering his 12th NFL season. 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. Jim Reineking. Bengals standout recharged in road rage incident. This resulted in many star players having to change their numbers mid-career. 88: 'If I don't have to change it, why should I? [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). There's a reason Wilson wants Seattle to pay him. Few offensive linemen are as powerful and reliable. NFL. 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. Howard is motivated after several years of top production on the outside. Hugh Green started 66 of the 82 games he played for the Dolphins over parts of seven seasons and did have 7.5 sacks in 1989, but he was slowed by injuries and never made the Pro Bowl for Miami after being acquired from Tampa Bay as a two-time Pro Bowl selection in a trade that cost the Dolphins first- and second-round picks. It seems there are a few numbers which are always represented with quality play in Steelers lore. Check back soon for the 6th best jersey in BTSCs countdown of the most prolific jersey number stables in Steelers history. Honorable mention Otto Graham: Refer to Hutson at No. Enjoy. But if you grew up watching the NFL in the 1980s, then you forever appreciate the Bears' "46 defense," so named by coordinator Buddy Ryan for Plank's ferocity and jersey number. Porter returned to the Steelers as a defensive assistant coach in 2014 and played a prominent role in the infamous 2016 Wild Card Game, inciting the Pac Man Jones penalty which resulted in the improbable game-winning field goal. With all of the Hall of Famers that roamed Three Rivers Stadium during those days, the blindside bodyguard named Jon Kolb remains one of the most crucial from that dynasty. Bobby Wagner is coming. No. Tyler Boyd is probably still underrated, but Waller is now one of the steadiest pass targets in the entire NFL. Note: Uche had 53 as a rookie but said he was happy to give it back to Van Noy. A running back and kicker, the 1956 Heisman Trophy winner led the NFL in scoring for three straight seasons (1959-61) his 176 points in 1960 a record that stood for more than four decades even though it was achieved at a time when teams played 12 regular-season games. Football is an essential piece of America's fabric, uniting fans, players and communities with a simple yet powerful bond. NFL owners approve of jersey number 0, but roughing the passer will not be reviewable. If they later change positions, they can keep their prior number, provided they have spent at least one season at their original position, 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. We have tools and resources that can help you use sports data. 5). This would belong to Deshaun Watson if it weren't for the massive uncertainty surrounding the Texans QB's career. LB Doug Swift; 58. When it went into effect, players who had played in the league before the 1973 season were given a grandfather clause to continue wearing their now-prohibited numbers. 4323) No. See the full player roster for the 2022 New York Giants. Merritt, who played four games for the Dolphins as a rookie seventh-round pick, is now the secondary coach for the Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs were he works alongside cornerbacks coach Sam Madison. Every week, officials take the field ready to put months of preparation, training and hard work on display, knowing that the whole world and the Officiating Department is watching. 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. Prone to injury and slip-ups, he's still one of the game's best right tackles. Jedrick Wills Jr. is a name to watch, too. 8322) No. Why? But Parker was essentially the classic prototype of the modern left tackle. The Raiders selected McClain in the first round of the 2010 NFL Draft out of Alabama. On the field for the Steelers, Kolb didnt need any apologies for his play. We're now 55 days away from the start of the NFL regular season, so we honor the best players who have worn that number for the Miami Dolphins, Dolphins Pro Bowlers Who First Played for Other Teams. That night I thought I have some friends, my roommate and some friends who might be drafted, I watched the news to see where my friends are going. Afterswitching from running back to flanker, he became the first to post consecutive 1,300-yard receiving seasons in 1963. Call (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelpline.ma.org (MA), Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). T Jon Giesler; 78. Back ailments hampered the linebacker and he was traded on the day of the 1982 draft for a sixth round pick to the Saints. 2 Second-team All-Pro (1997, 1999) Odell Beckham Jr. signing with Ravens. Honorable Mention: No. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. He now wears jersey No. 99: DL: 6-5: 302: 28: 9: USC: Rodarius Williams. . But after making the Pro Bowl the previous 12 seasons, Seau never earned the accolade in Miami as injuries had a major effect after a solid first season with the Dolphins. This is his number. No Buccaneer will ever wear jersey #55 again, as Ring of Honor inductee Derrick Brooks will become just the third player in franchise history to have his number officially retired May 06, 2014 at . The complete 2022 NFL roster of officials. TE Keith Jackson; 87. In concert with Unitas, he was one of the early receiving technicians, combining sure hands and revolutionary route running to become one of the league's foremost weapons on the way to holding the career records forreceptions (631) and receiving yardage (9,275) at the time of his retirement following the 1967 season. They had their share of battles three decades ago, but I'm not declaring a winner. 60 from 1964-65 before switching to No. Question, Comment, Feedback, or Correction? Jackson . Maybe one of the most underrated up-and-coming linebackers in the NFL. 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. After four seasons and five sacks as a Bill, Moats signed a free agent deal with the Steelers in 2014. DE/LB Marco Coleman, 89. Basketball stars have had success with the number as well with Dikembe Mutumbo and Dolph Schayes thriving with the number 55 in the NBA. [1], In 2021, NFL owners passed a rule expanding available numbers and simplifying the numbering system. Few safeties have ever brought the lumber like this eight-time Pro Bowler, a starter on three Denver Super Bowl teams, including the 1997-98 back-to-back champions. 5610) No. 99, present epic competitions. 27 and No. 32: Jim Brown*. Every Sports Reference Social Media Account, Site Last Updated: Tuesday, April 18, 6:33AM. T Todd Wade; 70. The Raiders selected Folston in the 2nd round of the 1994 NFL Draft out of Louisiana-Monroe. Cincinnati Bengals player information and depth chart order. Eagles backup Boston Scott is the only true competition. You could make a case for the upside of Bengals QB Joe Burrow here. Maybe the Chargers' best addition of 2021. A pretty uninspiring number, as Cohen is coming off a lost season. All-Time Greatest NFL Players By Jersey Numbers: 51-60 Seth Rabin Contributor III August 4, . And Rogers was solid, averaging 1,000+ rushing yards over seven seasons split between New Orleans and Washington. DT Randy Starks; 93. DE-LB Kim Bokamper; 57. The Raiders head coach and Nike joined together to donate equipment to four Clark County high school football programs. Not a popular number, but Carrie has fared well in a tough Colts secondary. No portion of this site may be reproduced without the express written permission of the Las Vegas Raiders. For now, Murray brings the most pop and proven production to the table. Sorry, but how do you choose between Junior Seau, more a classicthumper (though he did much more), and Derrick Brooks, a speedy but undersized type who was at the vanguard of the modern era's ultra-athletic backers who must thrive in coverage? 99 J.J. Watt. In that teams first ever home Monday Night Football game, New Orleans hosted the Steelers and Winston intercepted a pass in the fourth quarter and returned it 47 yards for a touchdown, which won the game against his former team. Deonte Banks seems like a fine CB prospect who the Steelers should consider drafting, Steelers What if.?: Draft Edition, Part 4, Podcast Roundup: All the latest of the SCN family podcasts, Joey Porter Sr. has done his part to allow his son to have his own career. He played in 26 games with 22 starts and recorded 7.5 sacks, forced 2 fumbles and logged 105 solo tackles. Yes, he was hurt and ineffective for much of 2020, but he didn't die. He played in 65 games with 12 starts, forced one fumble, recovered one fumble and recorded one sack. Nothing special here, but Pugh has experience on Arizona's revamped front. Named an All-Decade player in both the 1970s and '80s, Payton is head and shoulders above other luminary RBs Earl Campbell, Joe Perry and Thurman Thomas. [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. One of several underrated pieces on Detroit's O-line. About. This went to Aaron Rodgers in 2020. After his contract expired, Moats did what many Steelers do and looked to extend his career with the Arizona Cardinals. Watch or read "Paper Lion," which is based on Plimpton's foray into participatory journalism while briefly serving as a backup quarterback for the Detroit Lions during their 1963 training camp. 55: OLB: 6-5: 287: 28: 8: Illinois: Leonard Williams. The Raiders selected Millen in the 2nd round of the 1980 NFL Draft out of Penn State. 2018) No. Moore, Darius Slay and Robert Woods are honorable mentions. As the Raiders prepare for their Week 11 matchup against the Denver Broncos, view past matchups between the Silver and Black and their division rival. No, No. So as we wait to see who takes ownership of the NFL's version of "Agent Zero," what better time to reflect and appreciate those who have mostly become synonymous with the NFL's other 100 jersey numbers (and, no, that's not a typo). The youngster is due for an expanded role in Baltimore's stingy "D.". It's the number Beckham wore with the Los Angeles Rams, when we last saw him play NFL games, and it's also the number he wore in college at LSU. He wore the No. All Players To Wear Number 55 For New York Yankees. [citation needed] In 1984, the NFL allowed linebackers to wear jersey numbers in the 9099 range, since more teams were making use of the 34 defense and thus were quickly exhausting numbers for linebackers, who previously were only allowed to wear numbers in the 5059 range. Linebacker Bryan Cox wore 0 in the 2001 preseason with the New England Patriots; for the regular season, he switched to 51. But times are changing. Maybe he's not appreciated enough individually despite being a central figure in Pittsburgh's famed "Steel Curtain" defense. Football is an essential piece of Americas fabric, uniting fans, players and communities with a simple yet powerful bond. He may ultimately eclipseJohn and Joey, who didn't get into 97 until his fourth NFL season. But they don't trump the historical significance of Williams, the first Black quarterback to win the Super Bowl and in smashing, gutsystyle. Which team has the most to gain from the 2023 NFL Draft? LISTING . 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. The number was already taken by a Ravens wide receiver at the time Beckham signed, but James Proche will be switching to jersey No. It deserves more competition. 80 - 89: Receivers and tight ends (or 40-49 if this range is taken) 90 - 99 . Von Miller is probably interchangeable here (and certainly has the all-time edge), but Barrett is still just hitting his prime. But hes still not worth $230 million guaranteed. He helped the Raiders win two Super Bowls. For four seasons, the Body was a versatile linebacker playing both inside and on the edge. Find out more. Yet Lanier maybe doesn't get his just due as a trailblazer for being among the first Black middle linebackers a position once reserved for white players the way quarterback was. Jamal Adams once looked like a lock here. Ryan Ramczyk is a nice 1A. 55? Logos were compiled by the amazing SportsLogos.net. The following is the 2022 NFL roster of officials: One thing hasnt changed: the pressure. Another rock-solid piece of a championship front. He totalled 107.5 total sacks in his career, was a five . 0 among rule changes", "Ty Montgomery on No. View photos of players arriving at Intermountain Healthcare Performance Center for the start of the 2023 voluntary offseason program. Number: 55. Prior to 1973, quarterback Johnny Clement, running back Johnny Olszewski, and safety Obert Logan all wore a single-0 jersey in the NFL. Still, four rushing titles three coming with 1,800+ yards and a league-record 2,105 on the ground in 1984 leave a pretty nice legacy. T Branden Albert; 75. DE Bill Stanfill; 83. 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. The number 0, long prohibited in American football, has been permitted in college football since 2020 and will be permitted in the National Football League beginning in the 2023 season . If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (CO/IL/IN/LA/MD/MI/NJ/OH/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS/NH), 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888-532-3500(VA). He's not the only top talent worthy of an honorable mention, either: DeForest Buckner, Chase Young and J.J. Watt all share No. Rules exist which tie a player's number to a specific range of numbers for their primary position.Additionally, rules exist which limit who may handle the ball on offense: generally players who are designated as offensive . How dominant was he? 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 . 5 of 10. But Travis Kelce does already have a claim on 87 and, apparently, plenty of runway to bolster it and perhaps obtain all of the significant tight end receiving records before he's through. The five-time Pro Bowler is the Colts' all-time leading sack man with123. Who said No. An All-Pro three of his first four seasons and the MVP of Super Bowl 32, Davis was the league MVP in 2008, when he rushed for2,476 yards (including postseason). No matter who's throwing passes in 2021, he's bound to return to Pro Bowl form. DT Bob Baumhower; 72. Some teams will hold official "number retirement" ceremonies, others have "informally" retired numbers by simply not issuing them. G Keith Sims; 68. According to NCAA rule book, Rule 1 Section 4 Article 1 "strongly recommends" numbering as follows for offensive players:[3]. Far more than the inventor of the "Lambeau Leap," the Canton-bound safety was a cornerstone of the 1990s Packers defenses. There's no debating the GOAT all the more amazing considering Terry Bradshaw, Joe Namath, Aaron Rodgers and Roger Staubach all became legends in 12. NFL Defensive Player of the Year (1992) Former No. 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. The numbers used relate to the player's primary position when they are first assigned a number. Split ends (precursors to modern wide receivers) had numbers in the 80s, and many would play cornerback (e.g., Night Train Lane, who wore 81 as a cornerback). Jason Fitz and. An NFL icon of the 1960s as the (scary) defensive face of the powerhouse Packers. Raiders.com's Eddie Paskal chats with linebacker Robert Spillane about joining the Silver and Black, free agency, his role on defense and more on this edition of Upon Further Review. Visit ESPN to view the Philadelphia Eagles team roster for the current season USA TODAY. Richard Sherman's run is over. One of the nastiest, most reliable players at his position. DL Jared Odrick; 97. 81). C Jim Langer; 61. However Largent didn't kick or play safety which Hutson did. As the Raiders prepare for Week 17 against the San Francisco 49ers at Allegiant Stadium, view past matchups between the two teams. New York Giants player information and depth chart order. We present them here for purely educational purposes. At 6-7, 270 pounds, this defensive tackle was themost imposing member of that 1960s Chiefs defense and its half-dozen Hall of Famers. The Broncos legend retains a case as arguably one of the top three quarterbacks of all time. If this seems like a total copout well, yep. Chargers QB Justin Herbert and Cardinals WR DeAndre Hopkins are equally as spectacular at their respective peaks. Kolb started on all four Super Bowl teams that decade and was immortalized by a fan group called Kolbs Kowboys. 94 in 2007, and No. [4], Two players, both placekickers, have worn No. 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. Odds and lines subject to change. 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 Arrow Up . Released in 2010, Joey signed another nice deal in Arizona where he played parts of two seasons before retiring. 56: Lawrence Taylor. TE Andre Tillman; 86. Other notables: Carson Wentz, Dyami Brown, Patrick Surtain II. Gambling Problem? 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. Another underwhelming crop for a big WR number. It will always be there.. But injuries led him to never suit up and Arthur retired in 2019. Kellywas an All-Pro the next three seasons before eventually finding his way to a gold jacket. Both did so as part of centennial celebrations in the 1960s, with special dispensation from the NCAA: West Virginia's Chuck Kinder (not the writer of the same name), who did so in 1963 to commemorate the state of West Virginia's 100th anniversary, and Kansas' Bill Bell, who did so in 1969 to commemorate 100 years since the first organized college football contest. Some, such as No. 60. He played in 18 games with 16 starts and recorded three sacks, one forced fumble, and 181 solo tackles. Number 55 was one of the strongest men in the entire league, placing high in Strong Man competitions. A member of the NFL's 100th Anniversary Team, the former Colts star was perhaps the most dominant defensive end prior to the Super Bowl era, equally adept at swallowing runners and turfing quarterbacks. Not a ton of other options. His MVP-stamped 1984 campaign might still be the best ever produced by a quarterback. He went on to play for New Orleans, Houston and the New York Giants. 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. In all, he played in 32 games with 11 starts and forced three fumbles, recovered one fumble and logged 79 solo tackles. C Tim Ruddy; 60. A mirror to McDaniel,he played 14 seasons in K.C. Players who wear numbers from 50 to 79 are, by rule . He played in 41 games with 38 starts and recorded 6.5 sacks, one interception for 10 yards, one forced fumble and 175 solo tackles. Seahawks RB Chris Carson gets honorable mention. 1 overall pick (1963). 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). In 1997, Olsavsky left for Cincinnati, but didnt see action for the Bengals. 00 Jim Otto to No. Subscribe to Stathead Football: Get your first month FREEYour All-Access Ticket to the Pro Football Reference Database. Csonka's 145 yards in Super Bowl 8 were a then-record and earned the game's MVP nod. He played in 36 total games with eight starts, forced two . Luke Kuechly was the player most associated with No. 2 NBA rebounding leader (2000, 2001) As the Raiders get set to pick No. [2], Although the NFL does allow teams to retire jersey numbers, the league officially discourages the practice for fear of teams running out of numbers; the rule book requires teams to make available retired numbers for new players should they exhaust all available numbers at a particular position.[2]. Burfict joined the Raiders as a free agent in 2019 after seven seasons with the Cincinnati Bengals. A first-round draft pick in 2022, Wilson, 22, had an impressive rookie campaign with the Jets this past season. G Bert Weidner, 59. For supporters ofArnie Herber the 1930s Green Bay QB wore a litany of numbers (including 38) sorry, but this vote goes to Rogers, a pure 38 and the only guy drafted ahead of Lawrence Taylor in 1981. And no real competition, either. He finished his Steelers career fifth all-time with 60 sacks, 10 interceptions and 8 fumble recoveries. A Hall of Fame inside linebacker who was arguably the league's best at the turn of the century. Jay Cutler, Baker Mayfield, Mark Sanchez sorry, but you never stood a chance from the moment you were drafted in the first round. Alternatives: DeMarcus Lawrence, Jason Pierre-Paul. Bryant Young, Cornelius Bennett, Geno Atkins, Simeon Rice and even Cam Heyward all have their claims. The number 55 has been worn almost exclusively by linebackers and the Dolphins have gotten solid contributions from a lot of players, though nothing that compared to the impact of a, say, John Offerdahl. But Fitz was a stud for 17 seasons, and his four-game 2008 postseason performance remains one of the more remarkable playoff runs ever. 32 is the Steelers most intriguing, yet most important. [5] In March 2023, NFL owners passed a playing rule change that the No. 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? Like Faulk, "ED" mostly split his career between the Rams and Colts, though Dickerson didn't experience the same level of collective success. As the Raiders prepare for Week 13 against the Los Angeles Chargers at Allegiant Stadium, view past matchups of the Silver and Black hosting their division rival. At a time when workhorse backs have gone by the wayside, Kamara is emblematic of the contemporary value on versatility. AP NFL MVP, Pro Bowl. Dallas Goedert and Mike Gesicki will have to wait. Hilton, Allen Lazard. Be prepared for a big year out of the second-year target. Whitney Mercilus, DE, Texans. So check out the list of famous athletes who wore 55 and help decide who deserves to rank the highest for wearing this jersey number. This is a tough call, with Bills QB Josh Allen emerging as a top five playmaker at his position. Now a five-time All-Pro, Kelce is back for at least one more season and may take ownership of 62 all the way back to Canton and his home state of Ohio. Player Linker Tool, Birthdays, Uniform Numbers. A Pro Bowl guard, his career spanned the '72 Dolphins to the Marino era. He spent the entirety of his 13-year career with the St. Louis Cardinals, earning a spot on the 1970s All-Decade Team. 57: Rickey Jackson. If the 2016 league MVP doesn't play another down, he'll finish with the seventh-most passing yards (62,792) in NFL history. He managed to distinguish himself despite playing on dreadful Cardinals teams in the 1990s. 6-keys: media/spln/nfl/reg/free/stories, By pressing sign up, I confirm that I have read and agree to the. As the Raiders prepare to host the Denver Broncos at Allegiant Stadium, view past matchups of the Silver and Black hosting their division rival. The changes included the addition of numbers 119 and 8089 for running backs, 19 and 2049 for wide receivers, 139 for tight ends and linebackers, and 119 for defensive backs. From 1 to 99, here . That was for real. Kolb called the next day to the Steelers offices to apologize and there were absolutely no hard feelings. Look out for Antoine Winfield Jr. down the road. An eight-time All-Pro, the bruising fullbackled the league in rushing in eight of his nine seasons and remains the only player to average 100 yards per game (104.3) for an entire career. 21. The system had three different number groupings for offense and three for defense. 96 in his first six NFL seasons with the Colts and the Jets. Tough call between him and Washington Pro Bowler Brandon Scherff. The top players at each number so far have been: 99. WR Irving Fryar, 79. 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