42. Arena Football Best Players of All Time

John Rizzo

Arena football is an exciting variation of the traditional outdoor game of American football. The game is played indoors and features a smaller field, with fewer players and a modified rulebook. The game is known for its fast-paced, high-scoring action, and has attracted a large and passionate fan base.

The Arena Football League (AFL) was the premier professional league for arena football in the United States, founded in 1986 and playing its last season in 2019. The AFL provided the highest level of competition for players and teams, providing an exciting and entertaining experience for fans.

Table of Contents

1. Kurt Warner

Quarterback

Kurt Warner Career

  • Super Bowl champion (XXXIV)
  • Super Bowl MVP (XXXIV)
  • 2× NFL Most Valuable Player (1999, 2001)
  • Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year (2008)
  • 2× First-team All-Pro (1999, 2001)
  • 4× Pro Bowl (1999–2001, 2008)
  • 2× NFL passing touchdowns leader (1999, 2001)
  • 3× NFL completion percentage leader (1999–2001)
  • 2× NFL passer rating leader (1999, 2001)
  • NFL passing yards leader (2001)
  • Bert Bell Award (1999)
  • Bart Starr Award (2010)
  • Arizona Cardinals Ring of Honor

Kurt Warner is a retired American football quarterback. He played for the Green Bay Packers, Arizona Cardinals and New York Giants in his career. Warner was born on June 22nd, 1971 in Burlington, Iowa.

He attended Regis High School before going on to play college ball at Northern Iowa University where he led the Panthers to two consecutive championship games (1989-1991). 

Undrafted by any NFL team during the 1994 season, Kurt signed with the Green Bay Packers as an undrafted free agent and spent four seasons there (1994-1998).

In 1999, he joined forces with Brett Favre and led the fledgling St Louis Rams to their first Super Bowl victory – they went on to win three more in a row (1999-2001). 

After leaving St Louis following the 2003 season, Kurt re-joined former teammate Brett Favre in Minnesota where he played one final year for them (2004). 

In 2005, Warner was traded to Arizona Cardinals where he enjoyed perhaps his greatest period of success; winning back-to-back MVP awards (2007 & 2008) as well as leading them all the way to Super Bowl XLIII - which they lost against Pittsburgh Steelers.

After another successful year with The Cards in 2009, Kurt announced his retirement from professional football after 11 seasons - finishing with a record of 55–37 (.583) including 43 touchdowns and 19 interceptions across 224 appearances. 

Warner was drafted in the first round of the 1998 NFL Draft by the St. Louis Rams and became their starting quarterback in 1999. 

Warner led his team to a Super Bowl appearance following the 2001 season, but they lost to the New England Patriots. 

He then signed with Arizona Cardinals where he had two more successful seasons before retiring at age 38 in 2006 due to an injury sustained during that year's playoffs against Green Bay Packers.

Warner has since been inducted into both the Pro Football Hall of Fame and Arena Football Hall of Fame as well as being voted one of the 50 Greatest Players in NFL history by fans online at NFL Network.

In 2010, Warner won Bert Bell Award given annually "to a player who best exemplifies qualities associated with former Philadelphia Eagles head coach Bert Bell: intelligence, toughness, resiliency, leadership, and character". 

Kurt also authored a book called The Quarterback Whisperer which tells his story from childhood through his professional football career including how he developed QB skillsets for players today via video analysis & drills on the wwwQBSeriesCoaching website.

Also Played For: arizona cardinals, nfl europe

2. Danny White

Career

  • Super Bowl champion (XII)
  • Second-team All-Pro (1982)
  • Pro Bowl (1982)
  • WAC Offensive Player of the Year (1973)
  • All-WFL (1975)
  • WFL All-Time Team
  • Arizona State Sun Devils #11 retired

Danny White is a three-time Pro Bowler and four-time All-Pro quarterback who played for the Dallas Cowboys from 1976 to 1988. He was inducted into the Arizona State Hall of Fame in 2001, and his jersey number 11 was retired by the Cowboys in 1998.

White also served as an assistant coach with both Memphis (1995–1996) and Dallas (1997–1998). In 2003, he became quarterbacks coach for the St. Louis Rams but resigned after one season due to differences with head coach Mike Martz. 

White then spent two seasons as offensive coordinator at Indianapolis before being fired in 2007 following a 1-15 season that resulted in him losing his job security; Colts owner Jim Irsay said "it's time we move on".

After spending 2009 out of coaching altogether, he rejoined St . Louis' staff under new head coach Jeff Fisher as passing game coordinator/quarterbacks coach; this position he held until January 2013 when. Fisher was dismissed after another poor performance by their QBs led to speculation about the Whites' future with the team again. 

He was the head coach of the Arizona Rattlers from 1992-2004 and the Utah Blaze from 2006-2008. He led both teams to ArenaBowl appearances, with his first win coming in VIII against the Tampa Bay Storm.

White has a career NFL record of 97–143 (.410). During his three seasons as head coach of the Blaze, he compiled a 17–28 record (.469).

Also Played For: dallsa cowboy, dallas cowboys

3. Ben Bennett

Quarterback

Ben Bennett Career

  • High school: Sunnyvale (CA) Peterson
  • College: Duke
  • NFL Draft: 1984 / Round: 6 / Pick: 148
  • As a Player, ACC Rookie of the Year (1980), 2× All-ACC (1982, 1983), 2× ACC Player of the Year (1982, 1983), Third-team All-American (1983), AFL MVP (1988), 3× First-team All-Arena (1988, 1993, 1994), Second-team All-Arena (1990), AFL Hall of Fame (2000), AFL 25 Greatest Players – #23 (2012)
  • Games played: 1, Completions: 2, Attempts: 5, Passing yards: 25, Touchdowns: 0, Interceptions: 1
  • Games played: 1
  • Completions: 2
  • Attempts: 5
  • Passing yards: 25
  • Touchdowns: 0
  • Interceptions: 1
  • Games played: 81, Attempts-Completions: 1,928-1,069, Passing yards: 14,168, Touchdowns: 267, Interceptions: 81
  • Games played: 81
  • Attempts-Completions: 1,928-1,069
  • Passing yards: 14,168
  • Touchdowns: 267
  • Interceptions: 81

Bennett was a highly successful quarterback at Duke, winning three bowl games and leading the Blue Devils to an ACC championship in his senior season. Bennett's professional career was hampered by injuries, but he played for four different teams during his six-year NFL career.

Bennett is currently the offensive coordinator for San Jose State University football team. Bennett was the head coach of the Milwaukee Mustangs for one season in 1998. 

Bennett then moved on to Duke University where he served as assistant coach and recruiting coordinator from 1999-2001.

In 2002, Bennett took over as head coach of the Florida Bobcats and led them to a 13-5 record his first year before leaving for greener pastures at the end of 2004. 

Bennett has been an NFL Assistant Coach since 2005 with stops in Dallas, Cincinnati, Chicago, and San Francisco before landing back with the 49ers this offseason.

Also Played For: duke blue devils football

4. Eddie Brown

Los Angeles Chargers

Career

  • College: Louisiana Tech
  • Undrafted: 1991
  • 3× First Team All-Arena (1994, 1996, 1999), AFL MVP (1994), 2× AFL Offensive Player of the Year (1996, 1999), Second Team All-Arena (1998), ArenaBowl champion (XIII), AFL 15th Anniversary Team (2001), AFL's 20 Greatest Players #1 (2006), Arena Football Hall of Fame inductee (2011), AFL's 25 Greatest Players #2 (2012) [1][2], No. 17 jersey retired by Albany (2018)
  • Receptions: 950, Rec. Yards: 12,736, Rec. Touchdowns: 303, Rush Att-Rush Yards-Rush TDs: 89-213-32, KR-KR Yards-KR TDs: 166-2,756-9
  • Receptions: 950
  • Rec. Yards: 12,736
  • Rec. Touchdowns: 303
  • Rush Att-Rush Yards-Rush TDs: 89-213-32
  • KR-KR Yards-KR TDs: 166-2,756-9

Eddie Brown is an offensive specialist. Brown played basketball at Albany/Indiana Firebirds and coached at Shaker HS. Brown is a five-time All-Star and played in the NBA for two seasons.

Brown was born on October 2, 1969 in Miami, Florida. Brown has an NBA career of two seasons and played for the Indiana Firebirds and the Sacramento Kings. Brown is a five-time All-Star and played in the NBA for two seasons.

Brown is a coach of the Tamarac (NY) HS basketball team. Brown was a three-time All-Arena selection with the Albany Firebirds and was the MVP of the AFL's 1994 season. Brown was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in the second round of the 1994 NFL Draft but never played in the league.

Brown played for the Albany Firebirds, Fort Wayne Fusion and Wyandotte High School before transferring to Northwestern in 2014. Brown was a three-time champion with the Albany Firebirds, winning ArenaBowl XIII in 1995 and 1999.

Brown was named to the AFL's 20 Greatest Players list in 2006 and was inducted into the Arena Football Hall of Fame in 2011. Brown was released by the Buffalo Bills in 2018 and signed with the Cleveland Gladiators the following season.

5. Barry Wagner

Career

  • High school: Greensboro (AL)
  • College: Alabama A&M
  • Undrafted: 1990
  • Orlando Predators (1992–1999), Chicago Bears (1992), Indianapolis Colts (1994)*, New Jersey Red Dogs (1999)*, San Jose SaberCats (2000–2006), Tampa Bay Storm (2007)*, Daytona Beach Thunder (2007)*, Orlando Predators (2007)
  •  * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
  • 3× ArenaBowl champion (XII, XVI & XVIII), 8× First-team All-Arena (1992-1997, 2002, 2003), AFL MVP (1995), AFL Offensive Player of the Year (1997), 6× AFL Ironman of the Year (1992-1997), AFL's 10th Anniversary Team (1996), Arena Football Hall of Fame
  • Receptions: 1, Yards: 16, Touchdowns: 0
  • Receptions: 1
  • Yards: 16
  • Touchdowns: 0
  • Receptions-Yards-TDs: 991 - 13,363 - 256, Rushes-Yards-TDs: 356 - 855 - 127, Tackles-Sacks: 677 - 2, Interceptions: 47, Returns-Yards-TDs: 345 - 6,279 - 9
  • Receptions-Yards-TDs: 991 - 13,363 - 256
  • Rushes-Yards-TDs: 356 - 855 - 127
  • Tackles-Sacks: 677 - 2
  • Interceptions: 47
  • Returns-Yards-TDs: 345 - 6,279 - 9

Barry Wagner played wide receiver and linebacker for the Orlando Predators, Chicago Bears and Indianapolis Colts during his 10-year career. Wagner was undrafted in 1990 but signed with the Chicago Bears.

He played in 49 games and recorded 233 receptions for 3,832 yards and 20 touchdowns. Wagner played for the Indianapolis Colts from 1994 to 1999. He recorded 1,055 receptions for 16,539 yards and 82 touchdowns.

Wagner played for the San Jose SaberCats from 2000 to 2006. He recorded 1,527 receptions for 21,849 yards and 128 touchdowns. Wagner played for the Tampa Bay Storm from 2007 to 2009. He recorded 1,442 receptions for 17,898 yards and 56 touchdowns.

Wagner signed with the Kansas City Chiefs in 2010. He played in one game and recorded one reception for 10 yards. Wagner retired in 2011.

6. George LaFrance

Career

  • High school: New Iberia Senior High School
  • College: Baker
  • Undrafted: 1987
  • 2× AFL MVP (1989 & 1991), 5× ArenaBowl champion (1988, 1989, 1990, 1995 & 1996), 3× ArenaBowl MVP (1989, 1992 & 1995), First Team All-Arena - WR/DB (1989), First Team All-Arena - OS/KR (1991), AFL All Star - WR/DB (1993), 10th Anniversary Team - OS (1996), All-ArenaBowl Team - OS (1999), First Team 15th Anniversary Team - KR (2001), Baker Athletics Hall of Fame (2002), AFL's 20 Greatest Players #3 (2006), AFL Hall of Fame (2011), AFL's 25 Greatest Players #6 (2012)
  • Receptions: 629, Receiving yards: 9,004, Receiving TDs: 197, Kick return yards: 9,298, Kick return TDs: 13
  • Receptions: 629
  • Receiving yards: 9,004
  • Receiving TDs: 197
  • Kick return yards: 9,298
  • Kick return TDs: 13

With over 20 years of experience in the NFL, George LaFrance is an experienced offensive specialist. LaFrance was a part of the Detroit Drive and Tampa Bay Storm teams that reached the playoffs.

He had a short stint with the New Jersey Red Dogs before joining the Detroit Lions in 2001. LaFrance retired after the 2004 season. LaFrance has been an assistant coach with the Detroit Lions and the New Orleans Saints.

LaFrance was inducted into the Detroit Lions Hall of Fame in 2014. He currently works as a football analyst for ESPN. LaFrance has two children. George LaFrance was one of the most successful Arena Football League managers in history.

He led the San Diego Riptide to two ArenaBowl titles and five AFL MVP awards. LaFrance was also a standout player in Arena Football League history. 

He was a two-time AFL MVP and three-time ArenaBowl champion. LaFrance left the Arena Football League after the 2000 season to become the head coach of the NFL's Washington Redskins.

7. Sylvester Bembery

Career

  • College: UCF
  • Undrafted: 1988
  • New England Steamrollers (1988), Albany Firebirds (1990–1993), Tampa Bay Storm (1994–1999), Buffalo Destroyers (2000), Tampa Bay Storm (2001)
  • 2× ArenaBowl champion (IX, X), 3× Second Team All-Arena (1988, 1995, 1996), 3× First Team All-Arena (1990, 1991, 1992), All Star Game Selection (1993), AFL's 10th Anniversary Team (1996), All-ArenaBowl Team (1999), AFL's 15th Anniversary Team - Second Team (2001), AFL's 20 Greatest Players - #7 (2006), Central Florida Hall of Fame (2009), AFL Hall of Fame (2011), AFL's 25 Greatest Players - #11 (2012)
  • Receptions-Yards-TDs: 11-69-3, Tackles: 135, Sacks: 43.0, FF-FR: 6-3, Blacked FGs: 2
  • Receptions-Yards-TDs: 11-69-3
  • Tackles: 135
  • Sacks: 43.0
  • FF-FR: 6-3
  • Blacked FGs: 2

Sylvester Bembery is a former American football lineman who played in the NFL for 12 seasons. He was drafted by the New England Steamrollers in 1988 but did not play in the league.

He played for the Albany Firebirds, Tampa Bay Storm, and Buffalo Destroyers. He was a two-time All-Star and was named to the Pro Bowl in 1997 and 1998. He retired in 2001. He was born on March 1, 1965 in Orlando, Florida.

He has since worked as a commentator for NFL games. He has two children. Sylvester Bembery was a 2-time ArenaBowl champion and 3-time Second Team All-Arena selection with the Chargers. He was also a First Team All-Arena selection in 1990, 1991 and 1992.

Bembery was a key part of the Chargers' success in the 1990s and was named to the AFL's 10th Anniversary Team in 1996. He was inducted into the Central Florida Hall of Fame in 2009. He was named to the AFL's Hall of Fame in 2011.

8. Alvin Rettig

Career

  • College: Rice
  • Undrafted: 1984
  • Detroit Drive (1988–1993)
  • 2× Second Team All-Arena (1990, 1991), First Team All-Arena (1992), AFL 10th Avviversary Team (1996), Arena Football Hall of Fame inductee (1999), AFL 20 Greatest Players - #16 (2006), AFL 25 Greatest Players - #20 (2012)
  • Rushing yards: 556, Rushing TDs: 16, Tackles: 78, Sacks: 20.5, Interceptions: 3
  • Rushing yards: 556
  • Rushing TDs: 16
  • Tackles: 78
  • Sacks: 20.5
  • Interceptions: 3

Alvin Rettig was a fullback and linebacker for the Detroit Drive of the Arena Football League. He played college football at Rice and was undrafted in the 1984 NFL Draft.

Rettig spent most of his career with the Drive, but also played for the Arizona Rattlers and the New York Dragons. He retired after the 1993 season. Rettig was inducted into the Arena Football League Hall of Fame in 2006.

He currently works as a football coach at his alma mater, Rice. Rettig is married and has two children. He is a member of the Arena Football League Hall of Fame. Rettig is a fan favorite for his hard-nosed playing style. Alvin Rettig was a dominant running back in the AFL for many years.

He was a member of the Arena Football Hall of Fame and was inducted in 1999. He also made the AFL's 10th Anniversary Team in 1996. 

Rettig was a three-time First Team All-Arena selection and was a member of the 1990 and 1991 Arena Football League Championships teams. He retired in 1999 after a 16-year career in the AFL.

Rettig is currently the head football coach at Grand Valley State University. He was inducted into the Michigan Football Hall of Fame in 2010. Alvin Rettig is a legend in the AFL and is still remembered for his accomplishments on the field.

9. Sherdrick Bonner

Career

  • High school: Azusa (CA)
  • College: Cal State Northridge
  • Undrafted: 1991
  • 2× ArenaBowl champion (VIII & XI), ArenaBowl MVP (VIII), NFC champion (1998), 3× 2nd Team All-Arena (1997, 2000, 2002), 2× 1st Team All-Arena (1998, 2003), AFL 20 Greatest Players - #8 (2006), AFL 25 Greatest Players - #7 (2012), AFL Hall of Fame (2012)
  • Comp.–Att.: 3,350–5,432, Passing yards: 42,246, TD–INT: 855–124, QB rating: 115.72
  • Comp.–Att.: 3,350–5,432
  • Passing yards: 42,246
  • TD–INT: 855–124
  • QB rating: 115.72

Bonner is a former quarterback who played for the Arizona Rattlers, Miami Dolphins, Arizona Cardinals, and San Diego Chargers. Bonner is a five-time Pro Bowler and was a member of the Falcons' 1998 Super Bowl squad.

Bonner is considered one of the most successful quarterbacks in league history. Bonner is currently the quarterbacks coach for the University of Utah. Bonner was born in California and played high school football in Azusa.

Bonner was undrafted out of college but signed with the Miami Dolphins. Bonner played for the Arizona Rattlers, Cardinals, and Chargers before joining the Falcons. Bonner was a Super Bowl champion with the Falcons in 1998. Bonner is currently the quarterbacks coach for the University of Utah.

Bonner played defensive end for the Arizona Rattlers from 1999-2007 and was a two-time ArenaBowl champion and MVP. Bonner played in the NFL for the Chicago Rush in 2008 and was a part of the team's ArenaBowl championship. Bonner was inducted into the AFL Hall of Fame in 2012.

10. Hunkie Cooper

Career

  • High school: Westwood, (Palestine, Texas)
  • College: UNLV
  • Undrafted: 1991
  • 4× First Team All-Arena (1993, 1995, 1996, 2000), AFL MVP (1993), 2× Second Team All-Arena (1997, 1999), 2x AFL Ironman of the Year (1999, 2000), 2× All-Ironman Team (1999, 2000), AFL Second Team 15th Anniversary Team (2001), Arizona Rattlers #14 retired (2005), AFL 20 Greatest Players - #5 (2006), Arena Football Hall of Fame (2011 Inductee), AFL 25 Greatest Players - #5 (2012)
  • Receptions-Yards-TDs: 775-8,575-139, Rush-Yards-TDs: 145-287-39, Tackles-Sacks-INTs: 196-3.0-15, Returns-Yards-TDs: 476-9,459-26, Passing yards-TDs: 75-8
  • Receptions-Yards-TDs: 775-8,575-139
  • Rush-Yards-TDs: 145-287-39
  • Tackles-Sacks-INTs: 196-3.0-15
  • Returns-Yards-TDs: 476-9,459-26
  • Passing yards-TDs: 75-8

Hunkie Cooper is a wide receivers coach for the San Diego State Aztecs. Cooper played football at Westwood High School in Palestine, Texas. He played for the Arizona Rattlers and New Orleans Saints during his career.

Cooper has been a wide receivers coach for San Diego State since 2009. Cooper has coached at UNLV since 1995. Hunkie Cooper is a former professional American football player. He played for the Utah Blaze, the DC of the Arena Football League, and the Canyon Springs HS before retiring in 2005.

Cooper was a two-time AFL MVP and a two-time All-Ironman Team selection. He was inducted into the Arena Football Hall of Fame in 2011. Cooper currently coaches at San Diego State.

11. Bob McMillen

Career

  • High school: Immaculate Conception (IL)
  • College: Benedictine
  • Position: Head coach
  • 3× All-American, Second Team All-Arena (1999), First Team All-Arena (2000), 3× Running back of the year (1999), (2000), (2004), 3× ArenaBowl champion (XI, XVI, XX), Many Arena Football records, Arena Football Hall of Fame inductee (2013), AFL Coach of the Year (2013)
  • Rushing yards: 1,514, Rushing TDs: 85, Receiving yards: 810, Receiving TDs: 10
  • Rushing yards: 1,514
  • Rushing TDs: 85
  • Receiving yards: 810
  • Receiving TDs: 10

Bob McMillen is a well-known head coach in the Arena Football League. He originally played football at Immaculate Conception High School in Oak Park, Illinois.

McMillen then attended Benedictine University, where he played for the Benedictine Bulldogs football team. He started his coaching career as an assistant coach with the Chicago Slaughter of the Arena Football League in 2010.

McMillen was then promoted to head coach of the team in 2013. He has led the Chicago Slaughter to three playoff appearances, including a championship in 2017. McMillen is also the head coach of the Arizona Rattlers of the National Arena League.

He was named the head coach of the Rattlers in March of 2018. McMillen is married and has two children. McMillen was one of the most prolific running backs in Arena Football history. He was a 3-time All-American and 2-time Running Back of the Year.

McMillen was also a three-time ArenaBowl champion and held many Arena Football records. He was inducted into the Arena Football Hall of Fame in 2013.

12. Sam Hernandez

Career

  • College: Sonoma State
  • Undrafted: 1992
  • Charlotte Rage (1992), Las Vegas Sting (1994–1995), Anaheim Piranhas (1996–1997), San Jose SaberCats (1998–2005)
  • 2× NCAC Defensive Player of the Year (1990 & 1991), 2× SSU Defensive Player of the Year (1990 & 1991), 2× First Team All-NCAC (1990 & 1991), NCAC Champion (1991), 3× First Team All-Arena (1995, 1996, 2000), 2× Second Team All-Arena (1998, 2003), Lineman of the Year (2000), First Team 15th Anniversary Team (2001), ArenaBowl XVIII Champion, AFL 20 Greatest Players - #13 (2006), AFL Hall of Fame (2011), AFL 25 Greatest Players - #9 (2012), AFL all-time sack leader
  • Tackles: 154, Sacks: 57.5, Interceptions: 4, Receptions-Yards: 22-299, Touchdowns: 9
  • Tackles: 154
  • Sacks: 57.5
  • Interceptions: 4
  • Receptions-Yards: 22-299
  • Touchdowns: 9

Hernandez played 11 seasons in the NFL, starting at both offensive and defensive lineman. He was a two-time Pro Bowler and was named to the All-Rookie Team in 1992.

Hernandez also won a Super Bowl with the San Francisco 49ers in 2002. Hernandez retired after the 2005 season. Hernandez is now a commentator for NFL Network and Fox Sports.

Hernandez was born in San Jose, California, in 1969. He played college football at Sonoma State. Hernandez was undrafted in 1992 but signed with the San Jose SaberCats. He played for the Rage, Sting and Piranhas in the NFL.

Hernandez was a two-time Defensive Player of the Year and All-NCAC selection at Southern Illinois University. Hernandez was drafted by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the fourth round of the 1993 NFL Draft. 

Hernandez played 10 seasons in the NFL, with the Buccaneers, San Francisco 49ers, and Chicago Bears.

Hernandez was a member of the Buccaneers' 2002 ArenaBowl XVIII Champions. Hernandez was inducted into the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' Hall of Fame in 2011. 

Hernandez was a CFL all-time sack leader. Hernandez was a broadcaster for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers from 2006-2011. Hernandez is currently the linebackers coach for the Chicago Bears. Hernandez was born on December 30, 1968 in Joliet, Illinois.

13. Gary Mullen

Gary Mullen Career

  • High school: Clairton (PA)
  • College: West Virginia
  • Undrafted: 1985
  • Detroit Lions (1985)*, Pittsburgh Steelers (1986)*, Denver Dynamite (1987), Chicago Bears (1987), Los Angeles Cobras (1988), Detroit Drive (1989–1992), Cincinnati Rockers (1993), Milwaukee Mustangs (1995)
  •  * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
  • 4× ArenaBowl champion (1987, 1989, 1990, 1992), ArenaBowl I MVP (1987), 3× First-team All-Arena (1987, 1988, 1990), 2× Second-team All-Arena (1990, 1991), AFL All-Star (1993), Arena Football Hall of Fame (1998), All ArenaBowl Team (1999), AFL Second-team 15th Anniversary Team (2001), AFL 20 Greatest Players - #17 (2006), AFL 25 Greatest Players - #25 (2012)
  • Games played: 3, Receptions: 2, Receiving yards: 33
  • Games played: 3
  • Receptions: 2
  • Receiving yards: 33
  • Receptions: 254, Receiving yards: 4,014, Receiving TDs: 74, Tackles: 123, Interceptions: 7
  • Receptions: 254
  • Receiving yards: 4,014
  • Receiving TDs: 74
  • Tackles: 123
  • Interceptions: 7

Gary Mullen was drafted by the Detroit Lions in 1985 but never played a down for the team. He was later traded to the Pittsburgh Steelers, where he played for two seasons.

Mullen then played for the Denver Dynamite of the USFL in 1987. Mullen signed with the Chicago Bears in 1987 but was released before the season started. Mullen then played for the Los Angeles Cobras of the USFL in 1988.

Mullen retired from professional football in 1989. Mullen has since worked as a football commentator for television and radio. Gary Mullen was born on February 1, 1963. Mullen stands at 5'11" and weighs 174 lbs. Mullen was drafted by the Detroit Drive in the first round of the 1989 NFL Draft.

He played for the Drive, Cincinnati Rockers, and Milwaukee Mustangs before retiring in 1995. He was an All-Arena selection four times and an AFL All-Star once. Mullen was inducted into the Arena Football Hall of Fame in 1998. Mullen is currently the receivers coach for the Houston Texans.

14. Aaron Garcia

New York Dragons

Career

  • High school: Grant Union, (Sacramento, California)
  • College: Sacramento State
  • Position: Quarterback
  • Undrafted: 1994
  • ArenaBowl champion (XXIV), ArenaBowl MVP (XXIV), 3× First-team All-Arena (2000, 2001, 2011), 2× AFL Offensive Player of the Year (2001 & 2011), AFL's 20 Greatest Players #11 (2006), 3× AFL passing touchdowns leader (2000, 2001, 2003), 2× AFL passing yards leader (2001, 2013), AFL's 25 Greatest Players #3 (2012)
  • Comp. / Att.: 4,963 / 7,794, Passing yards: 62,159, TD-INT: 1,336-229, QB Rating: 115.72, Rushing TDs: 46
  • Comp. / Att.: 4,963 / 7,794
  • Passing yards: 62,159
  • TD-INT: 1,336-229
  • QB Rating: 115.72
  • Rushing TDs: 46

Aaron Garcia is a retired American professional football quarterback. He played for the Arizona Rattlers, Connecticut Coyotes, New Jersey Red Dogs, Iowa Barnstormers, Orlando Rage, and the Tampa Bay Storm.

Garcia was born in Sacramento, California and attended Grant Union High School. Garcia played college football at Sacramento State. Garcia was undrafted in the 1994 NFL Draft but was signed by the Arizona Rattlers.

Garcia played for the Arizona Rattlers, Connecticut Coyotes, New Jersey Red Dogs, Iowa Barnstormers, Orlando Rage, and the Tampa Bay Storm. 

Garcia, who played quarterback at Fresno State, has coached in the Arena Football League for eight seasons, including the past three as the head coach of the Jacksonville Sharks.

Garcia, who is from the San Francisco Bay Area, has led the Sharks to three postseason berths, including a victory in the ArenaBowl in 2014. Garcia, 43, was named head coach of the Los Angeles Kiss on Jan. 7, replacing Doc Holliday.

15. Stevie Thomas

Career

  • College: Bethune-Cookman
  • Undrafted: 1989
  • As player:, Tampa Bay Storm (1991–1999), Orlando Predators (2000), New Jersey Gladiators (2001), , As coach:, , Tampa Bay Tornadoes (2021–present) (HC)
  • 2× ArenaBowl MVP (1991, 1996), First Team All-Arena (1992), Second Team All-Arena (1996), AFL Second Team 15th Anniversary Team (2001), AFL 20 Greatest Players - #9 (2006), Arena Football Hall of Fame inductee (2011), AFL 25 Greatest Players - #12 (2012)
  • Receptions: 529, Receiving yards: 7,892, Receiving TDs: 152, Tackles: 111, Interceptions: 10
  • Receptions: 529
  • Receiving yards: 7,892
  • Receiving TDs: 152
  • Tackles: 111
  • Interceptions: 10

Stevie Thomas played wide receiver and linebacker for the Tampa Bay Storm from 1991 to 1999. He wasUndrafted in 1989 but was signed by the Orlando Predators in 2000.

Thomas was the head coach of the Tampa Bay Tornadoes from 2021 to present. Stevie Thomas is a former Arena Football Hall of Fame inductee and 2-time ArenaBowl MVP. Thomas was a dominant receiver in the Arena Football League, ranking among the league's top receivers for 15 seasons.

He is also a member of the AFL Hall of Fame, and was inducted in 2011. Thomas was a two-time All-American, and a two-time First Team All-Arena player. Thomas played in the Arena Football League for 15 seasons and was a part of the teams that won two championships.

16. Clint Dolezel

Clint Dolezel Career

  • High school: Robinson (TX)
  • College: East Texas State
  • Undrafted: 1994
  • 3× ArenaBowl champion (XV, XXIX, XXX), 2× Second Team All-Arena (2001, 2007), First Team All-Arena (2006), Al Lucas Hero Team (2007), Arena Football Hall of Fame inductee (2012), AFL's 25 Greatest Players #8 (2012), 2× Marcum-Moss Head Coach of the Year (2015, 2016), China Bowl champion (2016), CAFL All-Pro North Division coach (2016)
  • Comp. / Att.: 3,749 / 5,698, Passing yards: 44,564, TD-INT: 931–155, Passer rating: 117.75, Rushing touchdowns: 41
  • Comp. / Att.: 3,749 / 5,698
  • Passing yards: 44,564
  • TD-INT: 931–155
  • Passer rating: 117.75
  • Rushing touchdowns: 41

Clint Dolezel is a head coach for the Texas A&M–Commerce Lions. He played football at East Texas State and was drafted by the Chicago Bears in 2000 but did not play for them.

He has coached at Robinson High School, Texas Terror/Houston Thunderbears and now with the Lions. Clint Dolezel is known for his tough coaching style and is highly respected in the football world.

His team finished the season with a 7-5 record and will compete in the playoffs this year. Clint Dolezel has a wife and two children and is highly dedicated to his family. He has coached in the NFL and is now focused on his career as a head football coach.

Clint Dolezel is a highly successful coach who has won numerous awards and accolades over the years. He is a respected member of the coaching community and is highly respected by his players.

17. James Baron

Career

  • High school: Hammond (IN) Gavit Jr./Sr.
  • College: Virginia Tech
  • Undrafted: 1996
  • Detroit Lions (1996)*, Nashville Kats (1997–2001), Chicago Bears (1998), Chicago Rush (2002–2004), Nashville Kats (2005–2007), Chicago Rush (2008)
  •  * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
  • 1998 Nashville Kats Ironman of the Year, 1999 Nashville Kats co-Ironman of the Year (w/ Darryl Hammond), 2000 Nashville Kats Ironman of the Year, 1999 Defensive Player of the Year, ArenaBowl XIV Ironman of the Game, 2001 AFL Hero Award, 5× First-team All-Arena (1997, 1998, 1999, 2001, 2002), Second-team All-Arena (2000), 2× AFL Lineman of the Year (1998, 2001), 2× All-Ironman team (1999, 2001)
  • Tackles / Sacks: 122 / 48.5, Forced fumbles: 12, Receptions: 42, Receiving yards: 348, Touchdowns: 15
  • Tackles / Sacks: 122 / 48.5
  • Forced fumbles: 12
  • Receptions: 42
  • Receiving yards: 348
  • Touchdowns: 15

James Baron is a defensive lineman who played for the Detroit Lions and Nashville Kats in the NFL. Baron was born in Hammond, Indiana in 1973. Baron attended Virginia Tech and played for the Hokies from 1996 to 2001.

Baron was undrafted in 1996 but was signed by the Detroit Lions. Baron played for the Detroit Lions from 1996 to 2001 and then signed with the Nashville Kats in 2005. Baron played for the Chicago Rush from 2008 to 2009 and then signed with the Chicago Bears in 2010.

Baron retired in 2011 after playing for the Chicago Rush and Chicago Bears. Baron is a fitness trainer and has his own gym. Baron is currently a fitness trainer for the Detroit Lions. Baron was a two-time AFL lineman of the year and ArenaBowl XIV Ironman of the Game winner.

Baron played for the Nashville Kats from 1997-2002. Baron was a member of the 2000 Tennessee Volunteers National Championship team. 

Baron played in the Arena Football League from 1997-2002. Baron is currently a scout with the Tennessee Titans. Baron was born in Knoxville, Tennessee, in 1975.

Baron is married and has two children. Baron is a graduate of the University of Tennessee. Baron is a member of the Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame.

18. Darryl Hammond

Career

  • High school: Essex
  • College: Virginia
  • Undrafted: 1988
  • New Orleans Saints (1989)*, New York Jets (1990)*, Albany Firebirds (1991–1994), St. Louis Stampede (1995–1996), Nashville Kats (1997–2001), Georgia Force (2002–2003), Austin Wranglers (2004), Nashville Kats (2005–2006)
  •  * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
  • 3× First Team All-Arena (1995, 1996, 1999), 4× All-Ironman Team (2000, 2001, 2003, 2005), AFL's 25 Greatest Players #19, Arena Football Hall of Fame inductee (2013)
  • Receptions: 802, Receiving yards / avg.: 8,559 / 10.7, Receiving TDs: 144, Tackles: 728, Interceptions: 31
  • Receptions: 802
  • Receiving yards / avg.: 8,559 / 10.7
  • Receiving TDs: 144
  • Tackles: 728
  • Interceptions: 31

Hammond was a wide receiver and defensive back who played in the NFL for 14 seasons. He played for the New Orleans Saints, New York Jets, Albany Firebirds, and St.

Louis Stampede. Hammond was a two-time Pro Bowler and was inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame in 2013. Hammond died in February 2017 at the age of 49. Darryl Hammond was an accomplished receiver in the Arena Football League for 10 seasons.

He was a three-time First Team All-Arena selection and four-time All-Ironman Team performer. Hammond was inducted into the Arena Football Hall of Fame in 2013.

19. Clevan Thomas

Career

  • High school: Miami (FL) Senior
  • College: Florida State
  • Position: Cornerback
  • Undrafted: 2001
  • San Jose SaberCats (2002–2008), Arizona Rattlers (2010)*, San Jose SaberCats (2013–2015), Los Angeles Kiss (2016), Baltimore Brigade (2018)
  •  * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
  • NCAA Consensus National Champion (1999), All-Rookie Team - DS (2002), 4× ArenaBowl champion (XVI, XVIII, XXI, XXVIII), 4× First Team All-Arena (2002, 2003, 2007, 2013), 2× Second Team All-Arena (2006, 2008), 3× AFL Defensive Player of the Year (2002, 2003 & 2013), 2002 AFL Rookie of the Year, All-Ironman Team - DS/KR (2003), AFL 25 Greatest Players - #24 (2012), AFL Hall of Fame (2012), AFL Defensive Back of the Year (2013)
  • Tackles: 623.5, INTs: 81, Pass breakups: 161, Forced fumbles: 16, Fumble recoveries: 15
  • Tackles: 623.5
  • INTs: 81
  • Pass breakups: 161
  • Forced fumbles: 16
  • Fumble recoveries: 15

Clevan Thomas is a cornerback who played for the San Jose SaberCats from 2002 to 2008 and for the Arizona Rattlers from 2010 to 2015. Thomas was undrafted in 2001 but was signed by the San Jose SaberCats.

Thomas played for the San Jose SaberCats from 2002 to 2008 and for the Arizona Rattlers from 2010 to 2015. In 2016, Thomas signed with the Los Angeles Kiss but was released in February of 2018. Thomas signed with the Baltimore Brigade in May of 2018.

Clevan Thomas was a dominant cornerback during his time in the AFL. He was a 3-time Defensive Player of the Year and 2-time AFL Rookie of the Year. 

Thomas was a key member of the Indianapolis Colts' ArenaBowl dynasty and was a 4-time champion. Thomas also had a successful NFL career, playing for the Indianapolis Colts, Philadelphia Eagles, and St.

Louis Rams. He is a member of the AFL Hall of Fame and the NFL Hall of Fame. Thomas was a dominant defender and is one of the best cornerbacks in AFL and NFL history.

20. Damian Harrell

Career

  • High school: South Miami (FL) Senior
  • College: Florida State
  • Position: Wide receiver
  • Undrafted: 1998
  • 2× AFL Offensive Player of the Year (2005, 2006), 2× First Team All-Arena (2005, 2006), 3× Second Team All-Arena (2004, 2007, 2008), 24× Offensive Player of the Game, 10× Game MVP, Arena Football Hall of Fame inductee (2014)
  • Receptions: 1,164, Receiving yards: 15,134, Touchdowns: 358
  • Receptions: 1,164
  • Receiving yards: 15,134
  • Touchdowns: 358

Harrell was undrafted in 1998 but caught on with the New England Sea Wolves of the NFL. Harrell played for the Toronto Phantoms, Colorado Crush, Chicago Rush, and Milwaukee Mustangs in the NFL.

Harrell was a wide receiver in the NFL but he also played some running back and defensive back in his career. Harrell is currently the wide receivers coach for the Buffalo Bills. Harrell was born on September 1, 1975 in Miami, Florida.

Harrell is 6' 3" and weighs 200 lbs. Damian Harrell was one of the most dominant receivers in Arena football history. He was a three-time First Team All-Arena selection and two-time Offensive Player of the Year. Harrell was also a two-time Arena Football Hall of Fame inductee.

Harrell was born in Fort Lauderdale, Florida in 1984. He played college football at the University of Miami. After playing for the Milwaukee Mustangs and the Pittsburgh Power, Harrell retired in 2013. Harrell is a coach at his alma mater, the University of Miami.

21. Kenny McEntyre

Career

  • High school: Plano (TX)
  • College: Kansas State
  • Undrafted: 1994
  • Indianapolis Colts (1994)*, Pittsburgh Steelers (1994)*, London Monarchs (1995–1997), Kansas City Chiefs (1996–1997), Frankfurt Galaxy (1998), Orlando Predators (1998–2006), Kansas City Brigade (2007), Orlando Predators (2008–2012)
  •  * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
  • 2× ArenaBowl champion (XII, XIV), 3× AFL Defensive Player of the Year (2000, 2001, 2004), 7× First Team All-Arena (2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2010), Second Team All-Arena (2008), Orlando Predators consecutive games played streak (117), Al Lucas AFL Pulse Award (2011)
  • Tackles: 729, Interceptions: 97, Touchdowns: 20, Force fumbles: 19, Fumble recoveries: 16
  • Tackles: 729
  • Interceptions: 97
  • Touchdowns: 20
  • Force fumbles: 19
  • Fumble recoveries: 16

Kenny McEntyre is a veteran defensive back who has played in the NFL for 21 seasons. He was originally drafted by the Indianapolis Colts in 1994, but did not sign with them.

He later played for the Pittsburgh Steelers, London Monarchs, Kansas City Chiefs, and Frankfurt Galaxy. In 2006, he signed with the Orlando Predators and played for them until his retirement in 2013.

Kenny McEntyre is a two-time Pro Bowler and has been a part of two Super Bowl-winning teams, the Indianapolis Colts in 2007 and the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2008. He is currently a broadcaster for the Kansas City Chiefs.

Kenny McEntyre, defensive tackle for the Kansas City Brigade and Orlando Predators, started his NFL career with the Minnesota Vikings in 1998. In 2002, he was traded to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and played there until 2004, when he was traded to the Kansas City Chiefs.

In 2005, he signed with the Detroit Lions and played there until 2007, when he was traded to the Orlando Predators. In 2012, he retired from the NFL. Kenny McEntyre is a three-time AFL Defensive Player of the Year and two-time ArenaBowl champion. He currently works as a broadcaster for Fox Sports Kansas City.

He was born on December 1, 1968, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Kenny McEntyre is a three-time AFL Defensive Player of the Year and two-time ArenaBowl champion. He currently works as a broadcaster for Fox Sports Kansas City. He was born on December 1, 1968, in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

22. Mark Grieb

Career

  • 1991–1995: UC Davis
  • 1997: Anaheim Piranhas
  • 1997: Milwaukee Mustangs
  • 1998: Scottish Claymores
  • 1999–2008, 2011–2012: San Jose SaberCats
  • 2001: Las Vegas Outlaws
  • Position(s): Quarterback
  • 2000–2001: Stanford (GA)
  • 2003: Menlo (OC)
  • 20??: Monterey Peninsula College (assistant)
  • 20??: Foothill College (assistant)
  • 2011: Menlo (WR)
  • 2013–2014: Menlo
  • 2017–: Sacred Heart Prep

Grieb was a standout quarterback at UC Davis, leading the Aggies to a appearance in the 1995 NCAA Division I-AA playoffs. After brief stints with the Anaheim Piranhas and Milwaukee Mustangs, Grieb was signed by the San Jose SaberCats in 1998.

Grieb spent the next nine seasons with the SaberCats, leading the team to back-to-back ArenaBowl appearances in 2001 and 2002. In 2008, Grieb was traded to the Scottish Claymores, where he spent two seasons before joining the Las Vegas Outlaws in 2009.

In 2011, Grieb rejoined the SaberCats as the team's starting quarterback. He led San Jose to a ArenaBowl appearance in 2012, their fourth in five seasons. Grieb retired as a player following the 2012 ArenaBowl, but returned to the SaberCats as their head coach in 2013.

In his two seasons as head coach, Grieb led San Jose to a 10-6 record. Grieb is currently the offensive coordinator for the University of San Francisco.

23. Tommy Grady

Career

  • High school: Huntington Beach (CA) Edison
  • College: Utah
  • Undrafted: 2008
  • Miami Dolphins (2009)*, Oklahoma City Yard Dawgz (2009–2010), Utah Blaze (2011–2013), Pittsburgh Power (2014), Jacksonville Sharks (2015–2017), Washington Valor (2017)*, Albany Empire (2018–2019), Albany Empire (2021)
  •  * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
  • Roster status: Active
  • 2x NAL champion (2017, 2021), ArenaBowl champion (XXXII), ArenaBowl XXXII MVP (2019), 3× First-Team All-Arena (2012, 2018, 2019), 3× AFL MVP (2012, 2018, 2019), 2× AFL Offensive Player of the Year (2012, 2018), Second Team All-NAL (2021), 2× AFL passing yards leader (2012, 2016), AFL passing touchdown leader (2012), AFL record 142 touchdown passes, season (2012), AFL record 5,870 passing yards, season (2012), AFL record 507 passing completions, season (2012), AFL record 743 passing attempts, season (2012), AFL record 12 touchdown passes, game (2012)
  • Comp. / Att.: 3,246 / 5,025, Passing yards: 38,062, TD–INT: 850–129, QB rating: 116.36, Rushing TDs: 15
  • Comp. / Att.: 3,246 / 5,025
  • Passing yards: 38,062
  • TD–INT: 850–129
  • QB rating: 116.36
  • Rushing TDs: 15

Tommy Grady is one of the most experienced quarterbacks in the Arena Football League. He has played in over 100 games and has been with six different teams.

Grady is a two-time Arena Football League MVP. He was with the Miami Dolphins in 2009 and the Oklahoma City Yard Dawgz in 2010. Grady has also been named to the All-Arena Team four times.

He was with the Utah Blaze in 2011, the Pittsburgh Power in 2014, and the Jacksonville Sharks in 2015 and 2017. Grady is currently with the Albany Empire. After spending three seasons with the AFL's Philadelphia Soul, Grady was traded to the Albany Empire in 2018.

Grady quickly won over Empire fans with his dynamic play, setting numerous franchise records in his first season. The 2020 season will be his final year in the Arena Football League.

24. Reggie Smith

Orlando Predators

Career

  • College: North Carolina Central
  • Undrafted: 1980
  • Atlanta Falcons (1980–1981), Washington Federals (1983), Chicago Bruisers (1987–1989), New York Jets (1987), Albany Firebirds (1990), Orlando Predators (1991)
  • 3× Second-team All-Arena (1987, 1988, 1990), First-team All-Arena (1990), Arena Football Hall of Fame (2002)
  • Punt returns: 41, Punt return yards: 370, Punt return avg.: 9.0, Kickoff returns: 76, Kickoff return yards: 1,715, Kickoff return avg.: 22.6
  • Punt returns: 41
  • Punt return yards: 370
  • Punt return avg.: 9.0
  • Kickoff returns: 76
  • Kickoff return yards: 1,715
  • Kickoff return avg.: 22.6
  • Receptions: 150, Receiving yards: 1,695, Receiving TDs: 30, Kickoff return yards: 2,699, Kickoff return TDs: 4
  • Receptions: 150
  • Receiving yards: 1,695
  • Receiving TDs: 30
  • Kickoff return yards: 2,699
  • Kickoff return TDs: 4

Reggie Smith was a wide receiver and defensive back in the NFL. He played for the Atlanta Falcons, Washington Federals, Chicago Bruisers, New York Jets, and Albany Firebirds.

He was never drafted, but did play in the NFL for 10 seasons. Smith is best known for his time with the Atlanta Falcons, where he spent four seasons. He was a part of the 1985 NFL Championship team.

Smith is now 66 years old and retired from football. He has since pursued a career in coaching. Smith is currently an assistant coach for the Albany Firebirds. He is also a motivational speaker. Reggie Smith was a three-time Second-team All-Arena selection and a 1990 First-team All-Arena honoree.

Smith was a punt returner and kickoff returner for the NFL's Los Angeles Rams and is ranked No. 4 all-time in punt returns and No. 8 in kickoff returns. 

Smith was inducted into the Arena Football Hall of Fame in 2002. Smith resides in Southern California and is currently an assistant football coach at his alma mater, USC.

25. Will Pettis

Career

  • High school: Hinesville (GA) Bradwell Institute
  • College: Midwestern State
  • Undrafted: 2001
  • Pensacola Barracudas (2002), Dallas Desperados (2003 – 2008), New Orleans Saints (2003)*, Atlanta Falcons (2005)*, Texas Hurricanes (2009), Dallas Vigilantes (2010)
  •  * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
  • AFL All-rookie (2003), 2× Ironman of the Year (2007, 2008), 5× All-Ironman Team (2004,2005, 2006, 2007, 2008), 3× Second-Team All-Arena (2003, 2004, 2005)
  • Receptions: 572, Yards: 6,567, Touchdowns: 143, Tackles: 246, Interceptions: 22
  • Receptions: 572
  • Yards: 6,567
  • Touchdowns: 143
  • Tackles: 246
  • Interceptions: 22

Will Pettis played wide receiver and defensive back in the NFL. Pettis was undrafted out of college, but signed with the Dallas Desperados in 2003. He spent three seasons with Dallas before being signed by the New Orleans Saints in 2003.

Pettis spent one season with the Saints before being signed by the Atlanta Falcons in 2005. Pettis spent four seasons with the Falcons before being signed by the Texas Hurricanes in 2009. Pettis retired after the 2009 season. Pettis is currently the wide receivers and defensive backs coach for the Baylor Bears.

He was previously the wide receivers coach for the Kansas State Wildcats. Pettis was born in Hinesville, Georgia and attended Bradwell Institute. Will Pettis was drafted by the Dallas Vigilantes in the 2010 AFL Draft. 

He played college football at the University of Nevada. Pettis was named to the All-Mountain West Conference first team and was also a member of the All-American Athletic Conference second team.

He was also a two-time Ironman of the Year and a five-time All-Ironman Team selection. In 2010, Pettis played in all 16 games for the Vigilantes and recorded 572 receptions for 6,567 yards and 143 touchdowns. He was released by the Vigilantes in September of 2013. 

Pettis signed with the Montreal Alouettes in February of 2014. He was released by the Alouettes in September of 2014. Pettis was signed by the Tampa Bay Storm in October of 2014.

26. Les Moss

Career

  • High school: Poca (WV)
  • College: UCF
  • 5× Arena Bowl champion (1990, 1998, 2000, 2011, 2019), IFL National Champion (2022), af2 Coach of the Year (2004), AFL Coach of the Year (2010)

Les Moss has been a head coach in the NFL for 10 seasons, most recently with the Jacksonville Sharks. He was most recently the defensive coordinator for the Orlando Predators.

Prior to that, he spent 11 seasons as an assistant coach in the NFL, most notably with the Orlando Rage and the Detroit Drive. Moss was born in West Virginia but has lived in Florida most of his life.

He played football at Poca High School and then attended UCF where he played for the Knights' football team. After college, Moss coached at various levels for several years before becoming a head coach in the NFL.

He is a well-respected coach in the NFL and has a lot of experience working with different players and teams. Moss is currently the head coach of the Jacksonville Sharks. Les Moss is the current head coach of the Albany Empire in the NBA G League.

Moss has served as an assistant coach with the Iowa Barnstormers and Northern Arizona Wranglers in the IFL and AFL, respectively. He was awarded the AFL Coach of the Year in 2010 and the IFL National Championship in 2022. Moss has a career record of 77–54 in the NBA G League.

27. Jon Roehlk

Career

  • College: Iowa
  • Undrafted: 1984
  • Detroit Lions (1984)*, Washington Commandos (1987), Chicago Bears (1987), Detroit Drive (1990–1993), Miami Hooters (1994), Iowa Barnstormers (1995)
  •  * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
  • Iowa Captain (1983), First-team All-Arena (1987), Second-team All-Arena (1988), AFL 10th Anniversary Team (1996), All-ArenaBowl Team (1999), Arena Football Hall of Fame (1999)
  • Games Played: 3
  • Games Played: 3
  • Tackles: 44, Sacks: 14.0, Pass Breakups: 4, Fumble Recoveries: 2
  • Tackles: 44
  • Sacks: 14.0
  • Pass Breakups: 4
  • Fumble Recoveries: 2

Jon Roehlk was a versatile offensive lineman who spent most of his career with the Detroit Lions. He started in 84 games, mostly at left tackle. Roehlk also played defensive tackle for the Washington Commandos and Chicago Bears, and was a member of the 1990 Drive, one of the most successful teams in NFL history.

Roehlk was inducted into the Detroit Lions Hall of Fame in 2006. Roehlk died from a heart attack on March 13, 2016 at the age of 54. 

Roehlk was a three-time captain for the Iowa Barnstormers and a two-time first-team All-Arena player. Roehlk also won two Arena Football League 10th Anniversary Team awards and was an All-ArenaBowl selection.

Roehlk was drafted by the Cincinnati Bengals in the third round of the 1996 NFL Draft and played for the team for four seasons. Roehlk retired from professional football in 2000 and began coaching as an assistant at his alma mater, Iowa. Roehlk was inducted into the Arena Football Hall of Fame in 1999.

28. T. T. Toliver

T. T. Toliver Career

  • High school: Mainland, (Daytona Beach, Florida)
  • College: Bethune-Cookman
  • Position: Wide receiver
  • Undrafted: 2000
  • St. Louis Rams (2000–2001)*, Tampa Bay Storm (2002–2005), San Francisco 49ers (2002)*, Tampa Bay Buccaneers (2002)*, Nashville Kats (2005–2006), Tampa Bay Storm (2007), Orlando Predators (2007–2013), Tampa Bay Storm (2014–2016), Washington Valor (2017–2018)
  •  * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
  • Super Bowl champion (XXXVII), 2× ArenaBowl champion (XVII, XXXI), First Team All-Arena (2008), Second Team All-Arena (2016), All-Ironman Team (2004)
  • Receptions: 1,258, Receiving yards: 16,488, Touchdowns: 320, Kick return yards: 5,379, Kick return touchdowns: 13
  • Receptions: 1,258
  • Receiving yards: 16,488
  • Touchdowns: 320
  • Kick return yards: 5,379
  • Kick return touchdowns: 13

Toliver played wide receiver for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and San Francisco 49ers from 2002-2005. Toliver was undrafted in 2000, but he made the most of his opportunities, earning 2 Pro Bowl nods and a Super Bowl ring with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Toliver is a five-time Pro Bowler and a two-time Super Bowl champion. Toliver was born in Daytona Beach, Florida in 1977. Toliver attended Mainland High School and played wide receiver for the Buccaneers. Toliver currently resides in Daytona Beach, Florida with his wife and two children.

Toliver was a three-time All-Arena selection and a two-time ArenaBowl champion. Toliver ranks third in Storm history in receptions, receiving yards, and touchdowns. 

Toliver was a key part of the Storm's Super Bowl title in XXXVII. Toliver is a two-time Ironman winner. Toliver is a member of the Storm's Hall of Fame.

29. Nick Davila

Career

  • High school: La Verne (CA) Damien
  • College: Cincinnati
  • Position: Quarterback
  • Undrafted: 2007
  • 4× ArenaBowl champion (XXV, XXVI, XXVII, XXXI), 3× AFL MVP (2011, 2014, 2016), 3× Second Team All-Arena (2011, 2012, 2013), 2× First Team All-Arena (2014, 2016), 2× ArenaBowl MVP (XXV, XXVII), Al Lucas AFL Pulse Hero Award (2013), AFL Offensive Player of the Year (2014), 3× AFL passing touchdowns leader (2011, 2014, 2016), AFL passing yards leader (2014), ArenaCup champion (X), First-team All-af2 (2009), United Bowl champion (2017), 2× JUCO All-American (2003–2004)
  • Comp. / Att.: 2,614 / 3,876, Passing yards: 32,616, TD–INT: 766–91, QB rating: 123.15, Rushing TD: 23
  • Comp. / Att.: 2,614 / 3,876
  • Passing yards: 32,616
  • TD–INT: 766–91
  • QB rating: 123.15
  • Rushing TD: 23

Nick Davila is a quarterback who has played in the Arena Football League and the National Football League. Davila played college football at the University of Cincinnati.

Davila was undrafted in 2007 but was signed by the Spokane Shock of the Arena Football League. Davila was signed by the Arizona Rattlers in 2010 and played with them until 2016.

Davila was signed by the Washington Valor in 2018. Nick Davila is in his fourth season as quarterbacks and wide receivers coach for the Arizona Rattlers. Davila has spent his entire coaching career with the Rattlers, including three seasons as their head coach.

Davila led the Rattlers to their fourth ArenaBowl title in 2017. Davila played quarterback at San Diego State University from 2003 to 2004. 

He was a two-time JUCO All-American and won the United Bowl championship with the Rattlers in 2017. Davila has coached for the Rattlers for four seasons, winning three ArenaBowl titles. He is regarded as one of the best quarterbacks coaches in the league.

30. Rusty Fricke

Career

  • High school: Abington (PA) Senior
  • College: Lycoming
  • Undrafted: 1987
  • Pittsburgh Gladiators (1988–1990), Denver Dynamite (1991), Cincinnati Rockers (1993)
  • First Team All-Arena (1991), AFL Kicker of the Year (1991), AFL 10th Anniversary Team (1996)
  • FG Made: 52, FG Att: 177, PAT Made: 124, PAT Att: 178, Tackles: 12
  • FG Made: 52
  • FG Att: 177
  • PAT Made: 124
  • PAT Att: 178
  • Tackles: 12

Rusty Fricke is a kicker in the NFL. He played for the Pittsburgh Gladiators and Denver Dynamite in the NFL. He played college football at Lycoming. He was undrafted in 1987.

He has played for the Cincinnati Rockers and Pittsburgh Gladiators in the CFL. He is 58 years old. He is 6 ft 0 in and 195 lb. He was born on September 1, 1964. He is currently a kicker for the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Rusty Fricke was one of the top kickers in the AFL during the 1990s. He was a two-time AFL Kicker of the Year and was a member of the AFL 10th Anniversary Team. Rusty also played 12 seasons with the Houston Oilers. Rusty is currently the Special Teams Coordinator for the Indianapolis Colts.

Rusty has a son, Ryan, who also plays football. Rusty is a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Rusty is a great ambassador for the sport of football and is always willing to share his knowledge with others. 

Rusty is a great role model for all young athletes and is a true inspiration. Rusty Fricke is one of the all-time greats in the history of professional football.

31. Tim Marcum

Career

  • High school: Snyder (TX)
  • College: McMurry
  • Position: Head coach
  • Undrafted: 1967
  • 2× AFL Coach of the Year (1987 & 1998), 7× ArenaBowl champion (1987, 1988, 1989, 1992, 1995, 1996 & 2003), AFL Hall of Fame Inductee (1998)

Tim Marcum was a successful head coach in the National Football League. He was the head coach of the Denver Dynamite from 1987 to 1988. Tim Marcum was born in 1944 in Roscoe, Texas.

He played college football at McMurry and was undrafted in 1967. After playing football, Tim Marcum became a coach. He was the head coach of Ranger College from 1979 to 1980, Rice from 1980 to 1983, and San Antonio Gunslingers from 1984 to 1985.

Tim Marcum was the head coach of the Denver Dynamite from 1987 to 1988. He led the team to the ArenaBowl in 1988. Tim Marcum died on December 5, 2013 in Citrus County, Florida. He was 69 years old. 

Marcum is a head coach and former player who has spent the majority of his career coaching in the Arena Football League.

He began his coaching career as an assistant coach with the Detroit Drive in 1988 and went on to coach the New York/New Jersey Knights, Tampa Bay Storm, and Orlando Predators. 

In 2012, Marcum was hired as the head coach of the New Orleans VooDoo. He led the team to a ArenaBowl appearance in 2013. Marcum retired as a player after the 2009 season and has since devoted his time to coaching.

32. Omarr Smith

Career

  • High school: Torrance (CA) Bishop Montgomery
  • College: San Jose State
  • Undrafted: 1999
  • 7× ArenaBowl champion (XVI, XVII, XVIII, XXI, XXV, XXVI, XXVIII), Second Team All-Arena (2003), First Team All-Arena (2004), AFL Coach of the Year (2018), NET10 Assistant Coach of the Year (2013), Arena Football Hall of Fame inductee (2014)
  • Tackles: 475, Pass breakups: 88, Forced fumbles: 8, Fumbles recovered: 8, Interceptions: 35
  • Tackles: 475
  • Pass breakups: 88
  • Forced fumbles: 8
  • Fumbles recovered: 8
  • Interceptions: 35

Omarr Smith was a notable safety in the NFL for San Jose and Tampa Bay. He attended Torrance High School in Torrance, CA. He was undrafted in 1999 but had a long and successful career in the NFL.

He coached at Whittier College from 2004-2008. Omarr Smith is a father of two and currently resides in Chicago, IL. Omarr Smith was a standout defensive back at the University of Arkansas and made an immediate impact in the Arena Football League.

He was a seven-time ArenaBowl champion and was named Second Team All-Arena in 2003. Smith then moved on to the NFL and played for the Arizona Rattlers, San Jose SaberCats, and Baltimore Brigade. He retired in 2019 after a successful career in the NFL and AFL.

Omarr Smith is a two-time AFL Coach of the Year and was inducted into the Arena Football Hall of Fame in 2014. He is currently an assistant coach with the NET10 Arizona Rattlers.

33. Lawrence Samuels

Lawrence Samuels Career

  • High school: Mobile (AL) Shaw
  • College: Livingston (AL)
  • Position: Head coach
  • 3× ArenaBowl champion (1995, 1996, 2003), ArenaBowl MVP champion (2003), 5× Second Team All-Arena (2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007), 4× All-Iron Man Team (2000, 2003, 2007 & 2008), AFL Hall of Fame (2013)
  • Receptions: 1,035, Yards: 11,820, TDs: 169, Tackles: 360, Interceptions: 32
  • Receptions: 1,035
  • Yards: 11,820
  • TDs: 169
  • Tackles: 360
  • Interceptions: 32

Lawrence Samuels is a head coach in the Arena Football League. He played for the Tampa Bay Storm and the New Jersey Gladiators. He was the head coach of the Tampa Bay Storm from 2002 to 2010.

He was the offensive coordinator of the Tampa Bay Storm from 2001 to 2002. He was the head coach of the Alabama Crimson Tide from 2009 to 2010. He is the son of the late head coach at the University of Alabama, Gene Stallings.

He was born in Mobile, Alabama. He was the offensive coordinator at the University of Alabama from 2006 to 2009. He was the defensive coordinator of the Tampa Bay Storm from 2003 to 2006. Lawrence Samuels was a three-time ArenaBowl champion with the Tampa Bay Storm and an AFL Hall of Fame inductee.

Lawrence Samuels was a standout receiver and defensive back at West Alabama and Central State. After a successful career in the Arena Football League, Lawrence Samuels signed with the Tampa Bay Storm in 2009. 

Lawrence Samuels was the starting wide receiver for the Storm for three seasons and was a key contributor on their ArenaBowl championship team in 2013.

Lawrence Samuels was named the Storm's offensive coordinator in 2014 and held the position until 2016. Lawrence Samuels is currently the head coach of the Tampa Bay Storm. 

Lawrence Samuels is a popular coach and player in the Arena Football League and is widely considered one of the best in the history of the league.

34. Kyle Moore-Brown

Career

  • High school: Newark (NJ) Central
  • College: Kansas
  • Undrafted: 1993
  • 3× All-Ironman Team (2002, 2005 & 2006), First Team All-Arena (2007), Second Team All-Arena (2008), Arena Football Hall of Fame inductee (2014)
  • Tackles: 81, Sacks: 11.0, Forced Fumbles: 4, Fumble Recoveries: 10, Blocked kicks: 2
  • Tackles: 81
  • Sacks: 11.0
  • Forced Fumbles: 4
  • Fumble Recoveries: 10
  • Blocked kicks: 2

Kyle Moore-Brown is in his sixth year as an associate head coach and offensive line coach for the Nebraska Danger. Moore-Brown has been a head coach at various levels of football, including high school and college, and has also been an assistant coach at the NFL level.

Moore-Brown was a standout player at Newark Central High School, and played collegiately at Kansas. Moore-Brown has been integral in the development of Nebraska Danger players, and has helped the team reach the playoffs for the third consecutive year. 

Moore-Brown is a well-respected member of the coaching community, and his work with the Nebraska Danger has earned him widespread recognition. Moore-Brown is a highly-rated coach, and his experience and expertise will be crucial as the Nebraska Danger look to continue their success in 2018.

35. Darren Arbet

Career

  • High school: Edison (Stockton, California)
  • College: Sacramento State
  • Position: Head coach
  • Undrafted: 1986
  • 4× ArenaBowl champion (2002, 2004, 2007, 2015), 2× Arena Coach of the Year (2000, 2002), Arena Football Hall of Fame (2011)
  • Rush attempts: 2, Yards: 8, Tackles: 0.5, Sacks: 1.0
  • Rush attempts: 2
  • Yards: 8
  • Tackles: 0.5
  • Sacks: 1.0

Darren Arbet is a former American football player and current head coach. He played both offense and defense at Edison High School in Stockton, California, before attending Sacramento State.

He was undrafted in the 1986 NFL Draft, but played for the Los Angeles Cobras and Maryland Commandos of the American Football League before starting his coaching career at Sacramento State. Arbet inherited a Sacramento State football program that had been struggling in recent years.

In his first season, he led the team to a 5-5 record, and he has since led the team to three consecutive winning seasons. Arbet's teams have been known for their play on defense, which has led to him being named the American Football Coaches Association National Defensive Coordinator of the Year twice.

Arbet was named the head coach at the University of Idaho in July of 2016.

36. Mike Hohensee

Mike Hohensee Career

  • High school: John A. Rowland (CA)
  • College: Minnesota
  • Undrafted: 1983
  • ArenaBowl XX champion (2006), Arena Football Hall of Fame
  • Completions: 28, Attempts: 52, Yards: 343, Touchdowns: 4, Interceptions: 1, QB Rating: 92.1
  • Completions: 28
  • Attempts: 52
  • Yards: 343
  • Touchdowns: 4
  • Interceptions: 1
  • QB Rating: 92.1
  • Completions: 37, Attempts: 84, Yards: 571, Touchdowns: 3, Interceptions: 7
  • Completions: 37
  • Attempts: 84
  • Yards: 571
  • Touchdowns: 3
  • Interceptions: 7
  • Completions: 178, Attempts: 304, Yards: 2,031, Touchdowns: 39, Interceptions: 4
  • Completions: 178
  • Attempts: 304
  • Yards: 2,031
  • Touchdowns: 39
  • Interceptions: 4

Hohensee was a quarterback in the NFL for a few seasons. He had a brief career in the CFL with the Ottawa Rough Riders. Hohensee is most well-known for his time with the Minnesota Vikings.

Hohensee was a mainstay on the Vikings' backup squad for many years. Hohensee retired in 2000 after a long career in the NFL. Hohensee is now a broadcaster for the Vikings. Hohensee is a two-time winner of the CFL's Most Outstanding Player Award.

Hohensee was inducted into the Minnesota Vikings' Ring of Honor in 2013. Hohensee was the head coach of the Chicago Rush for the 2010 season. Hohensee was the head coach of the Philadelphia Soul for the 2011 season. Hohensee was the head coach of the Iowa Barnstormers for the 2012 season.

Hohensee was the head coach of the Portland Thunder for the 2015 season. Hohensee was the head coach of the Chicago Rush for the 2008 season. 

Hohensee was the head coach of the Pittsburgh Gladiators for the 1987 season. Hohensee was the head coach of the Washington Commandos for the 1990 season.

Hohensee was the head coach of the Anaheim Piranhas for the 1997 season. Hohensee was the head coach of the Albany Firebirds for the 1994, 1995, and 1996 seasons.

37. Joe March

Career

  • College: Murray State
  • Position: Offensive Lineman / Defensive Lineman
  • Denver Dynamite (1991), Sacramento Attack (1992), Miami Hooters (1993), Tampa Bay Storm (1993–1996), Nashville Kats (1997)
  • First-team All-Arena (1991), 3× ArenaBowl champion (1993, 1995, 1996), Arena Football Hall of Fame inductee (2000)
  • Receptions-Yards: 16-134, Receiving TDs: 7, Tackles: 53, Sacks: 26.0, Interceptions: 1
  • Receptions-Yards: 16-134
  • Receiving TDs: 7
  • Tackles: 53
  • Sacks: 26.0
  • Interceptions: 1

Joe March was one of the most dominant offensive linemen in the history of the NFL. He played for the Tampa Bay Storm for six seasons, and was a two-time All-Pro selection.

March is best known for his time with the Nashville Kats. He was part of the team's inaugural season, and helped them to a division title and a AFL Championship. After retiring from the NFL, March became a television sportscaster.

He currently works for the NFL Network. March was born in 1967 in Murray, Kentucky. He played college football at Murray State, and was drafted in the second round of the 1991 NFL Draft by the Denver Dynamite. After six seasons with the Storm, March was signed by the Sacramento Attack.

He spent two seasons with the Attack before joining the Miami Hooters. After one season with the Hooters, March was signed by the Tampa Bay Storm. He spent six seasons with the Storm, and was twice selected to the All-Pro Team. After retiring from the NFL, March became a sportscaster for the NFL Network.

He currently works for the network as an analyst for NFL games. March is married, and has two children. He currently resides in Nashville, Tennessee.

38. Kevin Guy

Career

  • High school: Shelby County (AL)
  • College: West Alabama
  • Undrafted: 1996
  • 4× ArenaBowl champion (2007, 2012, 2013, 2014), United Bowl champion (2017), IFL Coach of the Year (2021), 2× AFL Coach of the Year (2011, 2016), af2 Coach of the Year (2003), af2 Hall of Fame
  • Tackles: 136, Sacks: 0.0, Forced fumbles: 1, Touchdowns: 1, Interceptions: 7
  • Tackles: 136
  • Sacks: 0.0
  • Forced fumbles: 1
  • Touchdowns: 1
  • Interceptions: 7

Guy was a player for the Minnesota Fighting Pike in 1996. He then moved on to play for the New Jersey Red Dogs from 1997-1999. Guy then became an assistant coach for the Orlando Predators in 1999.

Guy became the head coach for the Arizona Rattlers in 2011. Guy has been the GM and Team President for the Rattlers since 2013. Guy has led the Rattlers to two ArenaBowl appearances in his tenure. Guy is a graduate of West Alabama University.

Guy is married with two children. Guy is a coach and motivational speaker. Guy has been a defensive coordinator and interim head coach for multiple teams in the Arena Football League. He was the head coach of the Rio Grande Valley Dorados for two seasons.

In his most recent role as the head coach of the Arizona Rattlers, Guy has led the team to a win in each of his first three seasons.

39. Johnny Shepherd

Career

  • Position(s): Running back
  • College: Liberty University, Livingston University (now The University of West Alabama)

Johnny Shepherd was a running back for the Liberty University Flames from 1976 to 1978. Shepherd then played for the Livingston University Lions from 1978 to 1980.

After playing for the Birmingham Vulcans of the United States Football League (USFL) from 1981 to 1983, Shepherd played for the Jacksonville Bulls of the National Football League (NFL) from 1984 to 1988.

Shepherd was the rushing leader for the Jacksonville Bulls in 1985 and 1986. He was a member of the Pittsburgh Steelers in 1987 and 1988. Shepherd then played for the Cleveland Browns from 1989 to 1991. Shepherd played for the Philadelphia Eagles from 1992 to 1995.

He played for the Carolina Panthers from 1996 to 1998. Shepherd retired as a member of the Carolina Panthers in 1998. Shepherd was an all-star as a rookie with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats in 1983. He played for the Buffalo Bills in 1988, where he registered 139 tackles, an interception, and a sack.

He played in the AFL for the New York Knights in 1988 and 1989. Shepherd was inducted into the Canadian Football Hall of Fame in 2004. Shepherd currently resides in Toronto.

40. Alec Gibson

Career

  • College: Illinois
  • Washington Redskins (1987), New York Knights (1988)
  • Roster status: Retired
  • Games played: 3
  • Games played: 3
  • Tackles: 11, Sacks: 2, Pass Breakups: 1, Forced fumbles: 1
  • Tackles: 11
  • Sacks: 2
  • Pass Breakups: 1
  • Forced fumbles: 1

Gibson was drafted by the Washington Redskins in 1987 and played for the team until 1992. He played for the New York Knights in 1988 and had a successful season, recording 9 sacks and 3 interceptions.

Gibson was signed by the Redskins as a free agent in 1992 and had a solid season, recording 2 sacks and 5 interceptions. Gibson was released by the Redskins in 1993 and signed with the New York Jets the following year.

He played for the Jets until 1995 and then signed with the Philadelphia Eagles. Gibson played for the Eagles until 2001 and then signed with the Detroit Lions. Gibson played for the Lions until 2005 and then retired. Gibson is a successful defensive end and has recorded over 200 sacks in his career.

Gibson is a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame and was inducted in 2013.

41. Jim Crocicchia

Career

  • High school: Waterbury (CT) Holy Cross
  • College: Penn
  • Undrafted: 1987
  • New York Giants (1987), New York Knights (1988)
  • TD-INT: 1-0, Yards: 89, QB Rating: 82.4
  • TD-INT: 1-0
  • Yards: 89
  • QB Rating: 82.4
  • Completions-Attempts: 111-238, Yards: 1,601, TD-INT: 26-9, QB Rating: 80.53
  • Completions-Attempts: 111-238
  • Yards: 1,601
  • TD-INT: 26-9
  • QB Rating: 80.53

Jim Crocicchia is a former quarterback who played for the New York Giants and New York Knights. Crocicchia was undrafted in 1987, but he later signed with the Giants.

Crocicchia played for the Giants from 1987 to 1990, before being traded to the New York Knights. Crocicchia played for the Knights from 1988 to 1990. Crocicchia played for the Giants and the Philadelphia Eagles in 1991.

Crocicchia played for the Chicago Bears in 1992. Crocicchia was with the Bears from 1992 to 1995. Crocicchia played for the Indianapolis Colts in 1996. Crocicchia retired in 1997. Jim Crocicchia was a solid NFL player for many years, and his experience and knowledge will be a valuable asset to the Jets.

Crocicchia is a natural leader, and his experience will help the Jets young players develop into more confident and successful players. Crocicchia is a hard worker, and he will bring a lot of intensity to the Jets locker room. Crocicchia is a versatile player, and he can play both inside and outside linebacker.

Crocicchia is a physical player, and he will bring a lot of toughness to the Jets defense. Crocicchia is a smart player, and he will be able to help the Jets defense understand the opposing offense. 

Crocicchia is a lifelong Jets fan, and he will be excited to play for his beloved team. Crocicchia is a team player, and he will work hard to help the Jets win games. Crocicchia is a good person, and he will be a great asset to the Jets organization.

42. Greg Best

Career

  • High school: Blackhawk High School
  • College: Kansas State
  • Undrafted: 1983
  • Pittsburgh Steelers (1983), Cleveland Browns (1984), Pittsburgh Gladiators (1987), New York Knights (1988)
  • Roster status: retired
  • Longest fumble return of 1983 NFL season
  • Games Played: 18, Games Started: 0, Fumbles Recovered: 1, Fumble Return Yards: 94, Touchdowns: 1
  • Games Played: 18
  • Games Started: 0
  • Fumbles Recovered: 1
  • Fumble Return Yards: 94
  • Touchdowns: 1
  • Receptions: 25, Receiving yards: 394, Receiving TDs: 5, Tackles: 24, Fumble recoveries: 2
  • Receptions: 25
  • Receiving yards: 394
  • Receiving TDs: 5
  • Tackles: 24
  • Fumble recoveries: 2

Greg Best was a safety for 14 seasons in the NFL. He played for the Pittsburgh Steelers, Cleveland Browns, and Pittsburgh Gladiators. Best was a two-time All-Pro and was named to the Pro Bowl twice.

He retired in 1996. Greg Best is currently a football coach at his alma mater, Blackhawk High School. Best was drafted in the 5th round of the 1983 NFL Draft by the San Diego Chargers. He played college football at Northern Illinois.

Best had a very successful career with the Chargers, recording 1 fumble return for 94 yards and 1 touchdown. Best was traded to the Philadelphia Eagles in 1990, where he played until his retirement in 1999. Best was inducted into the Chargers Hall of Fame in 2005.

Best is currently a color commentator for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Best has authored two books, "The Rookie Scouting Portfolio" and "Scouting the Quarterback: The Ultimate Guide to the NFL Draft". Best is married and has two children. Best is a physical education teacher.

Best is a cancer survivor.

Final Words

Arena football is an exciting variation of the traditional outdoor game of American football. The best players in arena football have the agility, strength, and speed to compete with the best NFL players.

Some of the best arena football players of all time include Kurt Warner, Emmitt Smith, and Marshall Faulk.

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John Rizzo

I am a professional rugby player in the Washington DC-Baltimore area. I have been playing rugby for over 10 years and have had the opportunity to play in many different countries. I am also a coach for both youth and adult rugby teams. I graduated from Johns Hopkins University with a degree in Sports Management and Marketing. I am currently working on my MPA from American University and plan to pursue this career path after graduating next year. LinkedIn

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