Baltimore Colts Best Players of All Time

The Baltimore Colts were once one of the most beloved professional American football teams in the country. From 1953 to 1984, they represented the city of Baltimore with pride and distinction as part of the NFL’s Eastern Division. The team was named for its hometown’s history with horse breeding and racing, being an homage to that tradition. They quickly became a fan favorite due to their consistent success on both sides of the ball; during this period they won two championships (1958 and 1959) along with three conference titles (1964-1966). Unfortunately, after over 30 years in Maryland, owner Robert Irsay eventually relocated them out west shortly before his death in 1997 where it underwent a rebranding effort becoming known today as “the Indianapolis Colts.”

1. Johnny Unitas

Baltimore Colts

Career

• Super Bowl champion (V)
• 3× NFL champion (1958, 1959, 1968)
• 3× NFL Most Valuable Player (1959, 1964, 1967)
• NFL Man of the Year (1970)
• 5× First-team All-Pro (1958, 1959, 1964, 1965, 1967)
• 3× Second-team All-Pro (1957, 1960, 1963)
• 10× Pro Bowl (1957–1964, 1966, 1967)
• 4× NFL passing yards leader (1957, 1959, 1960, 1963)
• 4× NFL passing touchdowns leader (1957–1960)
• 2× NFL passer rating leader (1958, 1965)
• NFL completion percentage leader (1967)
• NFL 1960s All-Decade Team
• NFL 50th Anniversary All-Time Team
• NFL 75th Anniversary All-Time Team
• NFL 100th Anniversary All-Time Team
• 3× Bert Bell Award (1959, 1964, 1967)
• Indianapolis Colts No. 19 retired
• Louisville Cardinals No. 16 retired

Johnny Unitas was one of the most decorated quarterbacks in NFL history. He won three Super Bowls and is fifth all-time in passing yards with 54,838. Johnny Unitas played for the Pittsburgh Steelers from 1955 to 1972 and led them to six division titles and three championships (1957, 1971, 1974).

In 1967 he became the first quarterback in league history to pass for over 4,000 yards in a season. His record that year was 38 touchdown passes against just four interceptions. 

After retiring as a player he worked as an analyst on television broadcasts of NFL games until his death from cancer at 69 years old Johnny Unitas was one of the most successful quarterbacks in NFL history.

He won three championships, was named MVP twice and led his teams to many other wins. Johnny Unitas is best known for his "The Hit" against the Baltimore Colts in 1958 which helped them win their first championship ever. 

After leaving the Colts, Unitas played for the San Diego Chargers before retiring after the 1972 season.

2. Peyton Manning

Indianapolis Colts

Career

• 2× Super Bowl champion (XLI, 50)
• Super Bowl MVP (XLI)
• 5× NFL Most Valuable Player (2003, 2004, 2008, 2009, 2013)
• 2× NFL Offensive Player of the Year (2004, 2013)
• NFL Comeback Player of the Year (2012)
• Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year (2005)
• 7× First-team All-Pro (2003–2005, 2008, 2009, 2012, 2013)
• 3× Second-team All-Pro (1999, 2000, 2006)
• 14× Pro Bowl (1999, 2000, 2002–2010, 2012–2014)
• 3× NFL passing yards leader (2000, 2003, 2013)
• 4× NFL passing touchdowns leader (2000, 2004, 2006, 2013)
• 3× NFL passer rating leader (2004–2006)
• 2× NFL completion percentage leader (2003, 2012)
• NFL 2000s All-Decade Team
• NFL 100th Anniversary All-Time Team
• PFWA All-Rookie Team (1998)
• Indianapolis Colts Ring of Honor
• Indianapolis Colts No. 18 retired
• Indiana Sports Hall of Fame (2020)
• Denver Broncos Ring of Fame
• Denver Broncos No. 18 honored
• Colorado Sports Hall of Fame (2018)
• Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame (2019)
• Bart Starr Award (2015)
• 3× Bert Bell Award (2003, 2004, 2013)
• Sports Illustrated Sportsman of the Year (2013)
• Maxwell Award (1997)
• Davey O'Brien Award (1997)
• Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award (1997)
• Campbell Trophy (1997)
• SEC Player of the Year (1997)
• Consensus All-American (1997)
• First-team All-SEC (1997)
• Second-team All-SEC (1996)
• Tennessee Volunteers No. 16 retired

Peyton Manning is a four-time Super Bowl champion who played for the Indianapolis Colts from 1998 to 2011. After leaving the Colts, he signed with the Denver Broncos and helped them win two more championships in 2012 and 2015.

Manning has been honored with numerous awards throughout his career, including three NFL MVPs, five Pro Bowl selections, and two Associated Press Male Athlete of the Year Awards. He will be inducted into the National Football League Hall of Fame in 2020.

Peyton Manning is one of the most decorated quarterbacks in NFL history, with 14 Pro Bowl appearances and three MVP awards. 

He led Indianapolis to two Super Bowl titles (XLI and 50) before retiring in 2016. Outside of football, he's an active philanthropist who has donated millions to charity through his foundation.

In 2018, he was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame as part of a class that also included former Colts teammates Bob Sanders and Marvin Harrison.

3. Marvin Harrison

Indianapolis Colts

Career

• Super Bowl champion (XLI)
• 3× First-team All-Pro (1999, 2002, 2006)
• 5× Second-team All-Pro (2000, 2001, 2003–2005)
• 8× Pro Bowl (1999–2006)
• 2× NFL receiving yards leader (1999, 2002)
• 2× NFL receptions leader (2000, 2002)
• NFL receiving touchdowns co-leader (2005)
• NFL 2000s All-Decade Team
• NFL 100th Anniversary All-Time Team
• Indianapolis Colts Ring of Honor
• All-Big East (1995)

Marvin Harrison was drafted by the Indianapolis Colts in 1996 and played for them until 2008. He is a three-time Pro Bowler and two-time All-Pro selection and holds the record for most receptions in a career (1,549).

In 2004, he became only the second player to be voted into both the NFL's Hall of Fame and College Football's Hall of Fame. Marvin Harrison currently works as an analyst on CBS Sports' coverage of Sunday Night Football.

Harrison was a three-time first-team All-Pro and five-time second-team all-pro. Harrison holds the NFL record for most receptions in a season (1,992) and is second all-time in receiving yards with 15,053. 

He played his entire 16-year career with the Indianapolis Colts where he won two Super Bowls and was inducted into the Ring of Honor.

Marvin Harrison is an all-around great player who will be remembered long after his retirement from football.

4. Reggie Wayne

Indianapolis Colts

Career

• Super Bowl champion (XLI)
• First-team All-Pro (2010)
• 2× Second-team All-Pro (2007, 2009)
• 6× Pro Bowl (2006–2010, 2012)
• NFL receiving yards leader (2007)
• Indianapolis Colts all-time leader in games played (211)
• Indianapolis Colts Ring of Honor
• All-Big East

Reggie Wayne is a former NFL wide receiver who played for the Indianapolis Colts and New England Patriots. Reggie Wayne was born in 1978 in Louisiana and attended John Ehret High School before playing college football at Miami (FL).

After being drafted by the Colts in 2001, he spent six seasons with the team before signing with the Patriots in 2015. 

Reggie Wayne has been coaching receivers since 2016, first joining his old team, Indy Colt Reggie Wayne is a five-time Pro Bowler and two-time Second Team All-Pro wide receiver for the Indianapolis Colts.

He retired as the all-time leader in games played by an Indianapolis Colt, with 211 contests under his belt. Wayne also holds numerous franchise records, including receiving yards (14,934), touchdown receptions (83), and 100+ yard games (22). 

In 2011 he was inducted into the Indiana Football Hall of Fame after being voted unanimously into the team’s Ring of Honor earlier that year.

Reggie Wayne is currently employed as a wide receivers coach for the Indianapolis Colts following his retirement from playing football in 2015 at age 37 due to chronic neck injuries sustained during his time with the New England Patriots.

5. Dwight Freeney

Indianapolis Colts

Career

• Super Bowl champion (XLI)
• 3× First-team All-Pro (2004, 2005, 2009)
• Second-team All-Pro (2003)
• 7× Pro Bowl (2003–2005, 2008–2011)
• NFL sacks leader (2004)
• NFL forced fumbles co-leader (2002)
• NFL 2000s All-Decade Team
• PFWA All-Rookie Team (2002)
• Indianapolis Colts Ring of Honor
• Unanimous All-American (2001)
• 2× First-team All-Big East (2000, 2001)

Dwight Freeney is a well-known defensive end who has played his entire career with the Indianapolis Colts. He started out playing college football at Syracuse but was drafted by the Indianapolis Colts in 2002.

His biggest seasons came during the 2010 and 2011 campaigns when he recorded 11 sacks and helped lead the Colts to two AFC championships. In 2013 and 2014, Dwight Freeney joined San Diego Chargers where he continued to produce on defense, helping them make it to the playoffs both years.

At age 42, Dwight Freeney still possesses plenty of athleticism which allows him to play at an elite level despite being in his tenth season in the NFL Dwight Freeney is a 3-time first-team All-Pro and 2 time Pro Bowler. 

He was named the NFL sacks leader in 2004 and led the league with 13 forced fumbles that season.

In 2011, he helped lead the Arizona Cardinals to their first Super Bowl victory by recording two sacks in their 43–13 win over the New Orleans Saints. After 11 seasons in the NFL, Dwight Freeney announced his retirement at age 36 on February 10th of this year.

6. Edgerrin James

Indianapolis Colts

Career

• NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year (1999)
• First-team All-Pro (1999)
• 2× Second-team All-Pro (2000, 2004)
• 4× Pro Bowl (1999, 2000, 2004, 2005)
• 2× NFL rushing yards leader (1999, 2000)
• NFL 2000s All-Decade Team
• NFL All-Rookie Team (1999)
• Indianapolis Colts Ring of Honor
• First-team All-Big East (1998)

Edgerrin James is a retired running back who played his entire career with the Seattle Seahawks. He was drafted by the Indianapolis Colts in 1999 but spent most of his time with the Cardinals before signing with the Seahawks in 2009.

James finished his NFL career as one of the league's all-time leading rushers and set several records while playing for Seattle, including consecutive 100-yard games (five). 

After retiring from professional football, James has since embarked on a successful coaching career and currently serves as an assistant coach for the Miami Hurricanes football team.

Edgerrin James was a dominant running back in the NFL during the late 1990s and early 2000s. He earned First-team All-Pro honors four times, including twice as runner-up for league rushing yards leader. 

In 1999, he became the first player ever to win both Rookie of the Year and Offensive Player of the Year awards simultaneously. After playing his entire career with one team (the Indianapolis Colts), James retired after Super Bowl XLI in 2012.

Today, he is regarded as one of the greatest running backs in NFL history and is a member of several prestigious Halls of Fame organizations, including those for football and the Indianapolis Colts' Ring of Honor.

7. Gino Marchetti

Career

• 2× NFL champion (1958, 1959)
• 9× First-team All-Pro (1956–1964)
• Second-team All-Pro (1955)
• 11× Pro Bowl (1954–1964)
• NFL sacks leader (1960)
• NFL 1950s All-Decade Team
• NFL 50th Anniversary All-Time Team
• NFL 75th Anniversary All-Time Team
• NFL 100th Anniversary All-Time Team
• Baltimore Ravens Ring of Honor
• Indianapolis Colts No. 89 retired

Gino Marchetti was a long-time defensive end and offensive tackle in the NFL. He played for several teams over the course of his career, including the San Francisco 49ers and Baltimore Colts.

Marchetti was born in Smithers, West Virginia in 1926 and attended Antioch High School before playing college football at Modesto JC. After being drafted by the San Francisco 49ers in 1952, he spent six seasons with them before joining the Baltimore Colts for two more years.

Marchetti retired from professional football following the 1965 season after playing 108 games and registering 185 tackles, 14 sacks, and one fumble recovery.

He won two championships with the Dallas Texans and nine First-team All-Pro honors. He also led the league in sacks twice, was voted to six Pro Bowls, and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984. 

His impact on both his team and the league can still be seen today, as he is a member of both the Baltimore Ravens Ring of Honor and Indianapolis Colts No.

8. Lenny Moore

Baltimore Colts

Career

• 2× NFL champion (1958, 1959)
• NFL MVP – NEA (1964)
• NFL Comeback Player of the Year (1964)
• NFL Rookie of the Year (1956)
• 5× First-team All-Pro (1958–1961, 1964)
• 2× Second-team All-Pro (1956, 1957)
• 7× Pro Bowl (1956, 1958–1962, 1964)
• NFL rushing touchdowns leader (1964)
• NFL scoring leader (1964)
• NFL 1950s All-Decade Team
• NFL 100th Anniversary All-Time Team
• Baltimore Ravens Ring of Honor
• Baltimore Colts No. 24 retired
• 2× First-team All-American (1954, 1955)

Lenny Moore was a halfback who played for the Baltimore Colts from 1956 to 1967. He helped lead the Colts to three AFL championships and two Super Bowl appearances.

Moore also received several accolades, including being named NFL MVP in 1957 and 1959. After retiring from football, Moore worked as an analyst for CBS Sports until his retirement in 2000.

Lenny Moore was a two-time NFL champion and MVP. He also won the 1964 NFL comeback player of the year award, making him one of only three players to win that award twice. Moore played for six different teams in his career, all with great success.

His rushing touchdowns record is still unbeaten, as well as his scoring record overall during this time period. Moore was inducted into the Baltimore Ravens Ring of Honor in 2003 and the Indianapolis Colts' Hall of Fame in 2004.

9. Raymond Berry

Career

• 2× NFL champion (1958, 1959)
• 3× First-team All-Pro (1958–1960)
• 3× Second-team All-Pro (1957, 1961, 1965)
• 6× Pro Bowl (1958–1961, 1963, 1964)
• 3× NFL receiving yards leader (1957, 1959, 1960)
• 3× NFL receptions leader (1958–1960)
• 2× NFL receiving touchdowns leader (1958, 1959)
• NFL 1950s All-Decade Team
• NFL 75th Anniversary All-Time Team
• NFL 100th Anniversary All-Time Team
• Baltimore Ravens Ring of Honor
• New England Patriots All-1980s Team (Coach)
• Indianapolis Colts No. 82 retired
• SMU Mustangs Jersey No. 87 honored

Raymond Berry was a versatile and successful NFL player, playing as both a split end and wide receiver. He played for the Baltimore Colts from 1955 to 1967, amassing over 1,000 receiving yards and seven touchdowns in his career.

After retiring from football, Berry worked as an assistant coach with the Dallas Cowboys before joining ESPN's broadcasting team in 1987. Raymond Berry is married to Lee Ann Rundle-Berry and has two children: daughter Tori (born 1966) and son Brayden (born 1971).

Raymond Berry passed away on October 3rd, 2016 at the age of 89 after years of illness Raymond Berry was a three-time first-team All-Pro wide receiver in the NFL and is one of only two players to lead the league in receiving yards twice. 

Berry played for six teams over 14 seasons, with stints with New England Patriots (1978–1981), Detroit Lions (1991), Denver Broncos (1992) and Arkansas Razorbacks (1970–1972).

After retiring as a player, Berry became an assistant coach for his son's high school football team before being named head coach at Glendale High School in Arizona in 2016.

10. Art Donovan

Indianapolis Colts

Career

• 2× NFL champion (1958, 1959)
• 4× First-team All-Pro (1954–1957)
• 2× Second-team All-Pro (1958, 1960)
• 5× Pro Bowl (1953–1957)
• NFL 1950s All-Decade Team
• Baltimore Ravens Ring of Honor
• Indianapolis Colts No. 70 retired
• Boston College Eagles Jersey retired

Art Donovan spent his entire 10-year NFL career with the Baltimore Colts. He was a three-time All-Pro and two-time Pro Bowler, helping the team to their only championship in 1958.

After retiring from football, Donovan became an ordained minister and served in various capacities within the church for over 50 years. In 2003 he was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame as part of its inaugural class.

Donovan died at age 89 after a long battle with Alzheimer's disease, leaving behind their wife Betty and four children including former New York Giants linebacker Lawrence Taylor Donovan was a three-time All-Pro and two-time champion with the Dallas Texans.

Donovan also played for Baltimore Colts, winning another championship in 1959. After retiring from football, he served in the Marine Corps during World War II and later worked as an NFL scout. 

In 2001, Donovan became one of only six players to be inducted into both the Pro Football Hall of Fame and the College Football Hall of Fame (the others are Jim Brown, Chuck Bednarik, Bill Walsh, Barry Sanders, and Archie Griffin).

He is also a member of the National Italian American Sports Hall of Fame and Museum's "Greatest Ever" team.

11. Marshall Faulk

Los Angeles Rams

Career

• Super Bowl champion (XXXIV)
• NFL Most Valuable Player (2000)
• 3× NFL Offensive Player of the Year (1999–2001)
• NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year (1994)
• 3× First-team All-Pro (1999–2001)
• 3× Second-team All-Pro (1994, 1995, 1998)
• 7× Pro Bowl (1994, 1995, 1998–2002)
• NFL rushing touchdowns leader (2000)
• 2× NFL scoring leader (2000, 2001)
• PFWA All-Rookie Team (1994)
• St. Louis Football Ring of Fame
• Indianapolis Colts Ring of Honor
• Los Angeles Rams No. 28 retired
• Bert Bell Award (2001)
• WAC Offensive Player of the Year (1992)
• 3× First-team All-American (1991–1993)
• 3× First-team All-WAC (1991-1993)
• San Diego State Aztecs No. 28 retired

Marshall Faulk was a running back for the Indianapolis Colts, St. Louis Rams, and New Orleans Saints during his NFL career. He was one of the most prolific runners in league history and won three MVP Awards (1996–1998).

Faulk is also a two-time Super Bowl champion with the Colts in 1996 and the Rams in 1999. He holds many other team records, including most rushing yards (18,355), most touchdowns scored (116), and longest touchdown run (93 yards).

After retiring from football in 2007, Faulk embarked on a successful coaching career with stops at San Diego State University and then Louisiana State University before joining the NFL's Minnesota Vikings as an assistant head coach in 2018.

Marshall Faulk was a running back for the St. Louis Rams and Indianapolis Colts, who both retired his number. He is one of only two players to win three NFL Offensive Player of the Year awards, and he also led the league in rushing touchdowns twice.

Faulk has been inducted into several Hall of Fame organizations, including the Pro Football Writers Association and the Saint Louis Football Ring of Fame. 

He also received accolades from various other groups, such as being named an All-American four times and First-team All-WAC twice during his career at San Diego State University.

12. Alan Ameche

Wisconsin Badgers football

Career

• 2× NFL champion (1958, 1959)
• NFL Rookie of the Year (1955)
• 2× First-team All-Pro (1955, 1956)
• 2× Second-team All-Pro (1958, 1959)
• 4× Pro Bowl (1955–1958)
• NFL rushing yards leader (1955)
• NFL rushing touchdowns leader (1955)
• NFL 1950s All-Decade Team
• Heisman Trophy (1954)
• Big Ten Player of the Year (1954)
• UPI Player of the Year (1954)
• Unanimous All-American (1954)
• Wisconsin Badgers No. 35 retired

Alan Ameche was a fullback for the Baltimore Colts from 1955 to 1960. He was named to two Pro Bowls and won a championship with the team in 1958. Ameche died of leukemia at the age of 55 in 1988.

Ameche was a two-time NFL champion and rookie of the year. He also won first-team All-Pro honors twice, as well as second team accolades four times. Ameche led the league in rushing yards three times and scored over 40 touchdowns during his career.

He is one of only six players to be named an unanimous all american, while being voted UPI player of the year twice (the others are Joe Montana, Barry Sanders, Jerry Rice, Archie Manning and Peyton Manning).

13. Jim Parker

Indianapolis Colts

Career

• 2× NFL champion (1958, 1959)
• 9× First-team All-Pro (1957–1965)
• Second-team All-Pro (1966)
• 8× Pro Bowl (1958–1965)
• NFL 1950s All-Decade Team
• NFL 75th Anniversary All-Time Team
• NFL 100th Anniversary All-Time Team
• Baltimore Ravens Ring of Honor
• Indianapolis Colts No. 77 retired
• National champion (1954)
• Outland Trophy (1956)
• Unanimous All-American (1956)

Jim Parker was an offensive tackle who played for the Baltimore Colts from 1957 to 1967. He was a part of the team that won the NFL Championship in 1958 and 1959.

His most notable moment came during the 1964 season when he blocked a field goal attempt by New York Giants kicker Andy Groom and helped lead the Colts to victory.

After retiring from football, Parker worked as a security guard at Columbia University before passing away in 2005 at age 71. Jim Parker was a Hall of Fame-caliber cornerback who helped lead the Baltimore Ravens to two NFL championships.

He was an All-Pro nine times and also played in eight Pro Bowls. After retiring from professional football, he became an assistant coach with his former team, the Ravens.

14. Jeff Saturday

Indianapolis Colts

Career

• Super Bowl champion (XLI)
• 2× First-team All-Pro (2005, 2007)
• 2× Second-team All-Pro (2006, 2009)
• 6× Pro Bowl (2005–2007, 2009, 2010, 2012)
• NFL Alumni Offensive Lineman of the Year (2007)
• Indianapolis Colts Ring of Honor (2015)
• 2× First-team All-ACC (1996, 1997)

Jeff Saturday is the interim head coach for the Indianapolis Colts. He was born in Atlanta, Georgia on June 18, 1975. He played football at Shamrock High School and then attended North Carolina where he played as a defensive back for the Tar Heels from 1994-1997.

After not being drafted by any NFL teams, Jeff signed with Baltimore Ravens in 1998 and helped them win Super Bowl XXXVIII that year. 

Jeff then spent eight seasons with Indianapolis Colts before leaving to join the Green Bay Packers in 2012 as their linebackers coach under Mike McCarthy.

In 2015, Jeff took over as interim head coach of the Miami Dolphins after Dan Campbell left to become the offensive coordinator for the Tennessee Titans. The following season (2016), he led Miami to an 8-8 record but was fired afterward due to continuing issues with player discipline.

 On February 11th, 2017 it was announced that Jeff would return to coaching when he became Interim Head Coach of the Indianapolis Colts replacing Chuck Pagano who had been diagnosed with leukemia.

As of now (2018), Jeffrey continues his duties as Interim HC while also serving as a color commentator on CBS Sports Network's "The NFL Today" alongside Phil Simms and Jay Glazer Jeff Saturday is a football legend and one of the most successful offensive linemen in NFL history. 

He has played for 10 different teams during his 18-year career, including two stints with the Indianapolis Colts. Saturday was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2018, making him only the second lineman to be inducted (after Joe Jacoby).

His achievements include six Pro Bowl appearances, two First-team All-Pro nods, and one Second-team All-Pro award - all while playing for some of the biggest names in NFL history, such as Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger and Seattle Seahawks defensive tackle Michael Bennett. 

Jeff Saturday retired after the 2017 season but returned to coach at Hebron Christian Academy in 2019 - where he led his team to their first state title since 2000.

15. Robert Mathis

Indianapolis Colts

Career

• Super Bowl champion (XLI)
• First-team All-Pro (2013)
• 5× Pro Bowl (2008–2010, 2012-2013)
• Deacon Jones Award (2013)[1]
• 3× NFL forced fumbles leader (2004, 2005, 2013)
• Indianapolis Colts Ring of Honor
• Alabama A&M Bulldogs No. 55 retired

Robert Mathis is a former NFL player who has served as a pass rush consultant for the Colts. He played college football at Alabama A&M before being drafted by the Indianapolis Colts in 2003.

During his time with the Colts, he recorded 128 sacks, making him one of the most successful defensive players in team history. After leaving the NFL in 2016, Robert has continued to work as a player development consultant for various teams around the league.

Robert Mathis is a former Indianapolis Colts defensive end who played in the NFL for 10 seasons. He was named to five Pro Bowls and won a Super Bowl championship with the Colts in 2017.

Mathis also holds several NFL records, including most career forced fumbles and most forced fumbles in a season. In 2018, he joined ESPN as an analyst for their coverage of the NFL Draft.

16. Dallas Clark

Indianapolis Colts

Career

• Super Bowl champion (XLI)
• First-team All-Pro (2009)
• Pro Bowl (2009)
• NFL Alumni Tight End of the Year (2009)
• Sports Illustrated NFL All-Pro Team (2008)
• Football Digest NFL All-Rookie Team (2003)
• Unanimous All-American (2002)
• John Mackey Award (2002)
• First-team All-Big Ten (2002)

Dallas Clark was drafted by the Indianapolis Colts in 2003. He spent six seasons with the team before being traded to Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2012. After one season in Tampa Bay, he signed with Baltimore Ravens where he played until 2013.

Dallas Clark has also had stints with the Iowa Hawkeyes and Detroit Lions during his NFL career Dallas Clark has been one of the most prolific tight ends in NFL history, amassing over 500 receptions and 5,665 receiving yards during his 16-year career.

Clark was a first-team All-Pro and Pro Bowler in 2009, and he is also a two-time John Mackey Award winner (2002, 2003). 

He played for the Indianapolis Colts from 2002 to 2008 before signing with the Tennessee Titans in 2009. Dallas Clark retired from professional football after the 2017 season.

17. Bob Sanders

Indianapolis Colts

Career

• Super Bowl champion (XLI)
• NFL Defensive Player of the Year (2007)
• 2× first-team All-Pro (2005, 2007)
• 2× Pro Bowl (2005, 2007)
• 3× first-team All-Big Ten (2001–2003)

Bob Sanders attended Cathedral Prep in Erie, Pennsylvania. He was a two-time All-American at Iowa and played for the Indianapolis Colts from 2004 to 2010.

In 2011, he signed with the San Diego Chargers and played there until 2014. After leaving San Diego, Sanders joined the Baltimore Ravens as a safety coach in 2015 and 2016 before retiring from football in 2017.

Sanders was a Super Bowl champion and NFL Defensive Player of the Year with the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2007. Sanders is also known for his sacks, interceptions, fumble recoveries, and defensive touchdowns. 

He played 11 seasons in the NFL with Detroit Lions (1995-2004), Indianapolis Colts (2005), and Pittsburgh Steelers (2005-2007).

18. Jim Harbaugh

Chicago Bears

Career

• NFC champion (2012)
• 2× Big Ten champion (2021, 2022)
• 3× Big Ten East Division champion (2018, 2021, 2022)
• 2× Pioneer League champion (2005, 2006)
• NFL Coach of the Year (2011)
• AP College Football Coach of the Year (2021)
• Big Ten Coach of the Year (2022)
• Woody Hayes Trophy (2010)

Harbaugh is the head coach of the Michigan Wolverines football team. He played college football at Michigan and was drafted by the Chicago Bears in 1987.

After playing for the Bears, he spent time with the Indianapolis Colts, Baltimore Ravens, and San Francisco 49ers before returning to coaching in 2007 at Stanford University.

In 2011, Harbaugh left Stanford to become the head coach of the NFL's Baltimore Ravens where he led them to a Super Bowl victory in 2013 against his former team -the Chicago Bears Jim Harbaugh was the head coach of the San Francisco 49ers from 2011-2014.

He led his team to a total of four Super Bowl appearances, including two championships (2013 and 2014). Harbaugh also holds an impressive record as Stanford's all-time winningest coach with 72 victories in seven seasons. In 2015, he left Stanford to become Michigan's new head coach.

19. Gary Brackett

Indianapolis Colts

Career

• Indianapolis Colts (2003–2011)

Gary Brackett played linebacker for the Indianapolis Colts from 2003-2006. He was undrafted in 2003 but signed with the team as a free agent. He appeared in 47 games over that three-year span, recording 131 tackles (53 solos), five sacks, two interceptions, and one fumble recovery.

After leaving the Colts in 2006, he spent time with the New York Giants and Tennessee Titans before signing with the Oakland Raiders in 2009 where he retired after four seasons playing mostly on special teams while also contributing on defense here and there. 

In total, Brackett recorded 517 tackles (235 solos), 31 quarterback hits, 16 sacks, eight interceptions, and six fumble recoveries during his nine-year NFL career Gary Brackett was a linebacker for the Indianapolis Colts from 2003-2011.

He helped lead the team to their first Super Bowl victory in 2007 and also won three Pro Bowls during his time with the Colts. Gary Brackett is one of only six players in NFL history to win three consecutive trips to the Pro Bowl, as well as being named First-Team All-Pro twice and Second-Team All-Pro once. 

Gary Brackett retired after the 2011 season having amassed 707 total tackles, 4 sacks, 12 interceptions, 23 pass deflections, and 5 fumble recoveries over his career.

20. Tarik Glenn

Career

• Super Bowl champion (XLI)
• Indianapolis Colts Ring of Honor (2022)
• 3× Pro Bowl (2004–2006)
• PFWA All-Rookie Team (1997)

Tarik Glenn is a former NFL offensive tackle who played for the Cleveland Browns, Jacksonville Jaguars, and Tennessee Titans. He was drafted in 1997 by the Cleveland Browns and spent his entire career with them before being released in 2013.

Glenn then joined the Jacksonville Jaguars where he played until 2015 when he was released by them as well. He signed with the Tennessee Titans on a one-year deal in 2016 but only made two appearances for them before retiring at the end of that season due to injury.

Glenn was drafted by the Indianapolis Colts in 1997 and played for them until 2006. He won a Super Bowl with the Colts in 2007, and also earned three Pro Bowl appearances during his career. 

Glenn is currently a commentator for NFL Network's coverage of the league. Tarik Glenn was born on October 10th, 1978 in Norcross, Georgia, and attended Warner Robins High School where he starred as a wide receiver for the War Eagles football team.

21. Ray Donaldson

Career

• Super Bowl champion (XXX)
• Second-team All-Pro (1987)
• 6× Pro Bowl (1986–1989, 1995, 1996)
• All-American (1979)
• All-SEC (1979)

Ray Donaldson was drafted by the Baltimore Colts in the 1980 NFL Draft. He spent his entire career with the Colts, playing for them from 1980 to 1992. During that time, he won two Super Bowls (1981 and 1984) and made five Pro Bowl appearances.

After leaving Indianapolis, Ray played for Seattle Seahawks before retiring in 1994. Today, Ray is a television commentator and analyst for both American football and basketball games on various networks around the world Ray Donaldson was drafted by the Dallas Cowboys in the second round of the 1995 NFL Draft.

He played for the Cowboys from 1995 to 1996 and won a Super Bowl title with them. Ray is a two-time All-Pro and six-time Pro Bowler, including four consecutive seasons (1996–1999). 

In 1999, he signed with the Oakland Raiders where he spent three seasons before retiring at age 34 due to an injury in 2003. 

Ray now works as an ESPN analyst covering both college football and professional football, primarily focusing on NFC East teams like his old ones Dallas Cowboys and New York Giants.

22. Marcus Pollard

Career

• Indianapolis Colts (1995–2004)
• Detroit Lions (2005–2006)
• Seattle Seahawks (2007)
• New England Patriots (2008)*
• Atlanta Falcons (2008)

Marcus Pollard is the director of player development for the Jacksonville Jaguars. He played linebacker in the NFL from 1995-2004 and has since worked as a coach and scout.

Marcus was originally drafted by the Indianapolis Colts in 1995 but didn't play there until 2000 because of an injury. He made his name playing with Indy's defense which led them to Super Bowl XLI against Chicago Bears.

After leaving Indy, Marcus spent four seasons (2002-2005) with the Tennessee Titans before joining Jacksonville in 2006 as their linebackers coach under Jack Del Rio (a former defensive coordinator for him). 

In 2011, he was promoted to assistant head coach/linebacker after Gus Bradley was hired as head coach; he held this position until being let go at the end of the 2013 season when Bradley left to become head football coach at Oregon State University.

Marcus rejoined Jacksonville prior to their 2014 campaign as linebackers' secondary consultant and then took over the Director of Player Development role on January 15th, 2015 following Dennis Allen's departure for Oakland Raiders. 

Marcus Pollard was drafted by the Detroit Lions in the sixth round of the 2005 NFL Draft. He played college football at Oregon State and started 33 games over his four-year career there. 

In 2006, he caught 66 passes for 892 yards and seven touchdowns with the Lions, helping them make it to the playoffs that year.

The following year, he signed a three-year contract with Seattle Seahawks but only played in six games due to injury before being traded to New England Patriots in October 2007 for an undisclosed draft pick. 

Marcus Pollard went on to play five seasons with the Patriots before signing a one-year deal with Atlanta Falcons in August 2008. During that time, he recorded 237 receptions for 3,898 yards and 28 touchdowns - all career highs.

23. Duane Bickett

Indianapolis Colts

Career

• NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year (1985)
• Second-team All-Pro (1987)
• Pro Bowl (1987)
• PFWA All-Rookie Team (1985)
• Pac-10 Defensive Player of the Year (1984)

Duane Bickett was an accomplished linebacker in the NFL. He played for Indianapolis Colts (1985-1993) and Seattle Seahawks (1994-1995). After playing for two teams, Duane retired from football in 1996.

Duane currently resides in California and works as a personal trainer. Duane Bickett was an NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year and All-Pro in 1985. He also won a Pro Bowl selection that year and was runner-up for the Pac-10 Defensive Player of the Year award.

In 1984, he led the Pac-10 with 12 sacks and earned First Team All-American honors from Football News magazine. Duane started his career as a linebacker before moving to defensive end during his time in Arizona State University's football program. 

After being drafted by San Diego Chargers in 1976, Duane played for them until 1983 when he signed with Cincinnati Bengals as a free agent where he spent four seasons (1984- 1987).

Bickett then moved to Oakland Raiders where he retired after playing one season in 1988 with Indianapolis Colts before returning to coaching ranks as linebackers coach for Miami Dolphins from 1989 through 1995.

24. Eric Dickerson

Indianapolis Colts

Career

• NFL Offensive Player of the Year (1986)
• NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year (1983)
• 5× First-team All-Pro (1983, 1984, 1986–1988)
• 6× Pro Bowl (1983, 1984, 1986–1989)
• 4× NFL rushing yards leader (1983, 1984, 1986, 1988)
• NFL rushing touchdowns co-leader (1984)
• NFL 1980s All-Decade Team
• NFL 100th Anniversary All-Time Team
• PFWA All-Rookie Team (1983)
• St. Louis Football Ring of Fame
• Indianapolis Colts Ring of Honor
• Los Angeles Rams No. 29 retired
• 3× UPI NFC Offensive Player of the Year (1983, 1984, 1986)
• Consensus All-American (1982)
• Second-team All-American (1981)
• 2× First-team All-SWC (1981, 1982)
• 2× SWC Offensive Player of the Year (1981, 1982)
• SMU Mustangs Jersey No. 19 honored

Eric Dickerson was a running back for the Rams, Colts, and Raiders in his career. He is one of only two players to total over 2,000 yards from scrimmage in three different seasons (1983-1985).

In addition to being an incredibly talented runner, Dickerson also had success as a receiver with the Rams and Raiders. His best season came in 1987 when he totaled 1,808 yards from scrimmage and 13 touchdowns for the Falcons.

After playing his final season with Atlanta in 1993, Eric retired from football at the age of 34 due to injuries sustained during his time on the field. Eric Dickerson was an American running back and one of the most dominant players in NFL history.

He led the league in rushing yards seven times and scored 32 touchdowns during his career. Dickerson was also a three-time UPI NFC Offensive Player of the Year, two-time Second-team All-American, and consensus All-American in 1982. 

After retiring from football, Dickerson worked as a sportscaster for ESPN and TNT before becoming a motivational speaker.

25. Bobby Boyd

Career

• High school: Garland (Garland, Texas)
• College: Oklahoma
• NFL Draft: 1960 / Round: 10 / Pick: 119
• AFL Draft: 1960 / Round: 2
• Baltimore Colts (1960–1968)
• NFL champion (1968), 5× All-Pro (1964–1968), 2× Pro Bowl (1964, 1968), NFL interceptions leader (1965), NFL 1960s All-Decade Team
• Interceptions: 57, Interception yards: 994, Touchdowns: 5
• Interceptions: 57
• Interception yards: 994
• Touchdowns: 5

Bobby Boyd was a standout cornerback at Oklahoma and played in the NFL for 10 seasons. He made the Hall of Fame in 1990 and is considered one of the best defensive backs to ever play in the NFL.

Bobby Boyd died on August 28, 2017 after a long battle with Alzheimers disease. Boyd was an All-Pro cornerback for the Baltimore Colts, who won a NFL championship in 1968. He also received five Pro Bowl selections and led the league with 94 interceptions in his career.

Boyd is most known for his prowess on defense but he also had some impressive offensive stats; he caught 54 passes for 753 yards and four touchdowns during his playing days. After retiring from football, Boyd worked as a broadcaster for CBS Sports until his death at age 66 in 2010.

26. Chris Hinton

Career

• 2× First-team All-Pro (1987, 1993)
• 3× Second-team All-Pro (1985, 1988, 1989)
• 7× Pro Bowl (1983, 1985–1989, 1991)
• PFWA All-Rookie Team (1983)
• Indianapolis Colts Ring of Honor
• First-team All-American (1982)

Chris Hinton was an offensive tackle who played in the NFL for nine seasons. He began his career with the Baltimore/Indianapolis Colts and stayed there until he was traded to the Atlanta Falcons in 1990.

He spent two more seasons with Atlanta before moving on to play for the Minnesota Vikings from 1994 to 1995. After playing two more seasons with Minnesota, Chris Hinton retired from professional football in 1996 at the age of 34 years old.

Chris Hinton was a key member of the Indianapolis Colts defense in the 1980s. He was an All-Pro three times and played in seven Pro Bowls. After leaving the NFL, Hinton became a college football coach at his alma mater, San Diego State University.

27. Adam Vinatieri

Indianapolis Colts

Career

• 4× Super Bowl champion (XXXVI, XXXVIII, XXXIX, XLI)
• 3× First-team All-Pro (2002, 2004, 2014)
• 3× Pro Bowl (2002, 2004, 2014)
• NFL scoring leader (2004)
• NFL 2000s All-Decade Team
• NFL 100th Anniversary All-Time Team
• PFWA All-Rookie Team (1996)
• New England Patriots All-1990s Team
• New England Patriots All-2000s Team
• New England Patriots 50th Anniversary Team
• New England Patriots All-Dynasty Team

Adam Vinatieri is a well-known kicker in the NFL. He has played for many teams over the years, most notably with the Indianapolis Colts. Adam Vinatieri is known for his accuracy and consistent hitting of field goals and extra points.

In 2018, he became one of only two players to score more than 5,000 career points in both regular season and postseason play (the other being Tony Romo). 

Adam Vinatieri was named Super Bowl XLI MVP after kicking a game-winning field goal against the Chicago Bears, which helped lead his team to their first championship win in 46 years.

Adam Vinatieri is a four-time Super Bowl champion and three-time First-team All-Pro. He was the NFL scoring leader in 2004, as well as the league's all-decade player from 2000 to 2010.

 Adam Vinatieri also holds several NFL records, including most career points scored (2,673), field goals made (599), and attempted (715).

28. Mike Curtis

Baltimore Colts

Career

• High school: Richard Montgomery
• College: Duke
• NFL Draft: 1965 / Round: 1 / Pick: 14
• AFL Draft: 1965 / Round: 3 / Pick: 21
• Baltimore Colts (1965–1975), Seattle Seahawks (1976), Washington Redskins (1977–1978)
• Super Bowl champion (V), NFL champion (1968), 2× First-team All-Pro (1968, 1969), 4× Pro Bowl (1968, 1970, 1971, 1974), First-team All-American (1964)
• Games played: 166, Interceptions: 25, Touchdowns: 2
• Games played: 166
• Interceptions: 25
• Touchdowns: 2
• Player stats at PFR

Mike Curtis was a linebacker who played in the NFL for the Baltimore Colts and then in the AFL for the Arizona Cardinals. He had a long career, lasting from 1965 to 1975.

In his time he won two Super Bowls with Baltimore and also made an appearance in another one with Arizona. After his playing days were over he became involved in coaching, eventually becoming head coach of the Indianapolis Colts before retiring at the end of the 2006 season.

Curtis was drafted in the 4th round of the 1976 NFL Draft by the Seattle Seahawks. In 1978, he was traded to Washington Redskins where he played for two seasons before retiring at the end of 1980 season. 

Curtis is a 2-time Super Bowl champion and 4x Pro Bowler with 25 interceptions over 166 career games played (16 starts).

Also Played For: duke blue devils football

29. Bill Brooks

Career

• Indianapolis Colts (1986–1992)
• Buffalo Bills (1993–1995)
• Washington Redskins (1996)

Bill Brooks was drafted by the Indianapolis Colts in the 1986 NFL Draft. He played for the Colts from 1986 to 1992 and then spent three seasons with the Buffalo Bills.

In 1995, he signed with the New Orleans Saints and retired after playing two seasons there. Brooks has been a color commentator for NCAA football since 1997 and is currently an analyst for ESPN's coverage of college football bowl games.

He also works as a receiver coach with various professional teams, including the Detroit Lions and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, among others Bill Brooks was drafted by the Washington Redskins in the 6th round of the 1996 NFL Draft. 

He played for the Redskins from 1996 to 2003 and retired with 583 receptions, 8,001 receiving yards, and 46 touchdowns.

In 2000 he won his first Man of the Year Award and in 2001 he was named to PFWA's All-Rookie Team. Brooks is a four-time Pro Bowler (1998, 1999, 2002, 2003). He also has two Super Bowl rings (XXII and XXVI) as well as one NFC Championship Ring (2001). 

After retiring from football Bill became an assistant coach at Texas Tech University where he served until being hired as head coach at SMU in December 2016.

30. Lydell Mitchell

Penn State Nittany Lions football

Career

• High school: Salem (NJ)
• College: Penn State
• NFL Draft: 1972 / Round
• Baltimore Colts (1972–1977), San Diego Chargers (1978–1979), Los Angeles Rams (1980)
• 2× Second-team All-Pro (1976, 1977), 3× Pro Bowl (1975–1977), 2× NFL receptions leader (1974, 1977), First-team All-American (1971)
• Rushing Yards: 6,534, Average
• Rushing Yards: 6,534
• Average: 3.9
• Touchdowns: 30
• College Football Hall of Fame

Lydell Mitchell was a running back for the Baltimore Colts (1972-1977) and San Diego Chargers (1978-1979). In his career, he totaled 2,342 rushing yards and 11 touchdowns.

He retired in 1979 after playing one season with the Chargers. Mitchell is now 73 years old and lives in Salem, New Jersey with his wife of 54 years, Shirley. 

They have two children together - Lydell Jr., who played football at Penn State University, and Lynnnette, an occupational therapist who resides in Florida.

Mitchell has been involved with several charities throughout his life including The Special Olympics of Central New York as well as the Make A Wish Foundation Worldwide Incorporated In 2005 he was inducted into the Salisbury High School.

Athletic Hall of Fame where he currently serves on their Board of Directors along with fellow former NFL players Chester Marcolini and Jeff Hostetler On January 27th 2018 Lydell passed away at home due to complications from dementia.

Also Played For: penn state nittany lions football, penn state university

31. T. Y. Hilton

Indianapolis Colts

Career

• 4× Pro Bowl (2014–2017)
• NFL receiving yards leader (2016)
• PFWA All-Rookie Team (2012)
• Sun Belt Player of the Year (2010)
• Sun Belt Freshman of the Year (2008)
• 2× First-team All–Sun Belt (2008, 2010)

T. Y. Hilton is a talented wide receiver who has played for the Indianapolis Colts and Dallas Cowboys in the NFL. He was born in Miami, Florida in 1989 and attended high school at Miami Springs before attending college at FIU.

In 2012, he was drafted by the Indianapolis Colts and spent five seasons with them before signing with the Dallas Cowboys in 2022. Hilton has had an impressive career both on offense (with 1,448 receiving yards) and defense (with 17 touchdowns).

He is currently one of the best receivers in the league and will continue to be dominant for years to come Hilton was one of the most highly touted prospects in college football and quickly made a name for himself with Indianapolis Colts. 

Hilton has been an integral part of the Colts’ offense since joining them as a rookie, amassing over 6,000 yards receiving and 53 touchdowns during his career.

Hilton is considered to be among the best receivers in the NFL and is sure to continue dazzling fans with his abilities for years to come.

32. Pat McAfee

Indianapolis Colts

Career

• First-team All-Pro (2014)
• 2× Pro Bowl (2014, 2016)
• PFWA All-Rookie Team (2009)
• First-team All-American (2008)

Pat McAfee is a punter for the Indianapolis Colts and was drafted in the seventh round of the 2009 NFL Draft. He has been with the Colts since 2009, playing in 139 games over that time period.

In 2016, Pat signed with the New England Patriots as an unrestricted free agent and played in 13 games before being released at mid-season. Since then, he has had stints with Baltimore Ravens (2017) and Arizona Cardinals (2018).

On December 7th, 2021 Pat will become only the third player to punt 1,000 times in his career when he kicks off against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Monday Night Football. 

McAfee is one of the most decorated punters in NFL history, with five first-team All-Pro nods and two Pro Bowl appearances to his name.

He set a career record for net average punt yards in 2014 (41.1) and 2016 (40.8). McAfee was named First Team All-American by both the Associated Press and Football Writers Association of America in 2008, making him one of just four players ever to be so honored twice on different teams at that level. 

Pat also holds several NFL records including the highest career punt average (46.4), longest punt (74 yards), and most consecutive games with a 50+ yard punt (.98).

33. Anthony Castonzo

Career

• 2× First-team All-ACC (2009, 2010)
• Second-team All-ACC (2008)

Anthony Castonzo was drafted by the Indianapolis Colts in the 2011 NFL Draft. He has played for the Colts, Pittsburgh Steelers, and New England Patriots since then.

Castonzo is a versatile offensive tackle who can play both on the left and right side of the line of scrimmage. His style of play is known for being physical and aggressive downfield blocking against opposing defenders.

Anthony Castonzo has been named to several All-Pro teams over his career, as well as two Pro Bowls (2015, 2017). Anthony Castonzo is a versatile offensive lineman for the Indianapolis Colts. He played college football at Boston College and has spent his entire NFL career with the Colts.

Castonzo was voted to both first- and second-team All-ACC in 2008 and 2009, respectively. In 2010, he earned First Team All-ACC honors as well. 

Anthony Castonzo started 144 games in his NFL career, including all 16 games of the 2013 season when he was selected to play in the Pro Bowl. His 1 touchdown reception stands out among his many impressive stats on the field.

Anthony Castonzo is one of just five offensive linemen currently playing in the league who have been drafted by both Baltimore (Osemele) and Indianapolis (Gholston, Stephenson, Loeffler). 

As a member of Team USA at this year's World Cup of Football, Anthony will be looking to help his country win its fourth championship title ever.

34. Ryan Diem

Indianapolis Colts

Career

• Indianapolis Colts (2001–2011)

Ryan Diem was drafted in the 2001 NFL Draft by the New Orleans Saints. After playing for three seasons with the Saints, he signed a contract with the Indianapolis Colts in 2004.

He played two seasons there before being released and signing a deal with the Atlanta Falcons in 2006. Ryan Diem remained with Atlanta until 2009 when he signed a contract to play for the Miami Dolphins. 

After one season with Miami, he retired from football after missing most of the 2011 season due to injury In 2013, Ryan Diem began working as an offensive line coach at his alma mater Glenbard North High School Ryan Diem was drafted by the Indianapolis Colts in 2001, and made his debut with them in 2002.

He played 157 games over 10 seasons with the Colts, amassing 150 starts and 1 fumble recovery. In 2011, he signed a one-year contract with the St. Louis Rams but was released after just two months due to injury problems. 

Since then, Ryan has had a career renaissance playing for the CFL's Montreal Alouettes from 2012 to the present day where he has won four Grey Cup championships (2011–2013 & 2017). 

With Montreal, this season, Ryan is leading all linebackers in tackles (106) and interceptions (6), while also registering 2 sacks and 3 forced fumbles through 11 games so far this season.

Ryan still holds several records from his time as an NFL linebacker including most tackles in a game (23 vs Pittsburgh Steelers on November 7th, 2006).

Most tackles for loss in a season (14½ during 2007), most combined tackles/games played at any position in a season (1128 – December 17th, 2009)7.,and finally, Most interception return yards single game(186 yds against Baltimore Ravens on October 9th 2015).

35. Andrew Luck

Indianapolis Colts

Career

• NFL Comeback Player of the Year (2018)
• 4× Pro Bowl (2012–2014, 2018)
• NFL passing touchdowns leader (2014)
• Maxwell Award (2011)
• Walter Camp Award (2011)
• Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award (2011)
• Football Academic All-America of the Year (2011)
• 2× Pac-12 Offensive Player of the Year (2010, 2011)
• 2× First-team All-American (2010, 2011)
• 2× First-team All-Pac-12 (2010, 2011)

Andrew Luck is a three-time Pro Bowler and two-time MVP. He was drafted first overall in the 2012 NFL Draft by the Indianapolis Colts. In his five seasons with the Colts, he has led them to four playoff appearances and one Super Bowl victory.

Luck also set an NFL record for the most touchdown passes in a season (55). In 2018, Luck suffered a shoulder injury that caused him to miss six games of the season. 

Despite this setback, he still helped lead the Colts to their third consecutive AFC South title and fourth straight playoff berth Luck was a 4-star quarterback recruit out of Stanford, and he was drafted by the Indianapolis Colts with the first overall pick in the 2010 NFL Draft.

Luck quickly established himself as one of the best quarterbacks in the league, leading his team to two AFC South titles and appearing in four consecutive Pro Bowls from 2012 to 2014. 

In 2015, Luck suffered an injury that forced him to miss most of the season but he bounced back strong in 2016, setting new career highs for passing yards (4,274) and touchdowns (35). 

In 2018, Luck led his team back to playoff contention after they had missed it each of the previous three seasons; however, they were unable to advance past their divisional-round matchup against Jacksonville Jaguars.

36. Antoine Bethea

Indianapolis Colts

Career

• Indianapolis Colts (2006–2013)
• San Francisco 49ers (2014–2016)
• Arizona Cardinals (2017–2018)
• New York Giants (2019)

Antoine Bethea was originally drafted by the Indianapolis Colts in 2006, but only played for them for two years before he was traded to the San Francisco 49ers.

After spending one year with the 49ers, Antoine Bethea signed with the Giants in 2017 and has since been a key part of their defense. Antoine Bethea is known as an excellent safety who can both make big plays on offense and stop dangerous runs on defense.

He will be 38 when his playing career comes to an end, but Antoine Bethee seems likely to continue playing at a high level well into his 40s. 

Antoine Bethea is a veteran and respected member of the Cardinals' defense. He started his career in Indianapolis before playing for the 49ers, Giants, and Cardinals.

Bethea has had success in the postseason, winning a Super Bowl with Arizona in 2017. Antoine Bethea is known for being an efficient tackler who can also lay down some big hits on offense. 

The 34-year-old will be hoping to continue his good form when he returns to action this season for New York Giants.

37. Raheem Brock

Indianapolis Colts

Career

• Indianapolis Colts (2002–2009)
• Tennessee Titans (2010)*
• Seattle Seahawks (2010–2011)

Raheem Brock was a standout defensive end for the Temple Owls from 1997-2000. He was drafted by the Indianapolis Colts in 2002 and played there for six seasons before being traded to the Seattle Seahawks in 2011.

In his six years with the Colts, he recorded 119 tackles, 20 sacks, two fumble recoveries, and one interception. 

Brock made an immediate impact with the Seahawks, recording 10 sacks over his first two seasons with them and helping lead them to their first Super Bowl championship in franchise history in 2013.

After spending three more seasons with Seattle (2014–17), Brock signed a one-year contract with the Oakland Raiders early into training camp of 2018 but failed to make an appearance on the field during that season due to injury Raheem Brock is a former second-round draft pick of the Seattle Seahawks. 

He was drafted in 2010 and spent two seasons with the team before being traded to the Tennessee Titans in 2012.

In his two seasons with Seattle, he made 38 tackles and 3 sacks while helping lead the team to back-to-back Super Bowl appearances. 

After spending two years with Tennessee, Brock was released by the Titans in 2013 and signed with Indianapolis Colts for one season before being waived once again by Indianapolis at the end of training camp in 2014. 

Since then, Brock has been out of football but is currently working as an assistant coach at a high school near Detroit Lakes, Minnesota.

Raheem Brock will always be remembered as one of Seattle's most talented defensive players during their run to three consecutive Super Bowls beginning in 2010.

38. Vontae Davis

Indianapolis Colts

Career

• Miami Dolphins (2009–2011)
• Indianapolis Colts (2012–2017)
• Buffalo Bills (2018)

Davis was drafted by the Miami Dolphins in 2009, and played for them from 2009 to 2011. In 2012, Davis signed with the Indianapolis Colts, where he remained until 2017.

Davis has compiled over 200 tackles and six interceptions during his NFL career. Vontae Davis is a two-time Pro Bowler and First-Team All-Big Ten safety for the Buffalo Bills.

Vontae Davis was drafted by the Indianapolis Colts in 2007 but played his entire career with the Buffalo Bills, making him one of only four players to play their entire career with one team (alongside Bruce Smith, Dan Marino, and Jerry Rice).

He has 396 total tackles including 2.0 sacks and 22 interceptions over his NFL career. His 98 pass deflections are good for fifth all-time in league history and he forced 4 fumbles which is also fifth all-time in league annals.

39. Don Shinnick

Career

• College: UCLA
• NFL Draft: 1957 / Round: 2 / Pick: 20
• Baltimore Colts (1957–1969)
• 3× NFL champion (1958, 1959, 1968), Super Bowl champion (XI), Second-team All-Pro (1959), NFL interceptions co-leader (1959)
• INT: 37, INT Yards: 255, Games: 158
• INT: 37
• INT Yards: 255
• Games: 158

Don Shinnick was a linebacker for the Baltimore Colts from 1957-1969. He played in 122 games and recorded 456 tackles, 3 sacks, 2 interceptions and one touchdown during his career.

Shinnick died of a heart attack on January 20, 2004 at the age of 68 years old. A three-time NFL champion, Shinnick was one of the most successful defensive backs in league history.

In 1959, he led the NFL with 25 interceptions and was a Second-team All-Pro. He played on four Super Bowl teams and won the championship game in 1968. 

After retirement from professional football, Shinnick served as assistant head coach for the Chicago Bears for two seasons before becoming Director of Player Personnel for the San Diego Chargers in 1978.

Don Shinnick passed away at age 76 after a long battle with cancer on December 5th, 2013.

40. Earl Morrall

Detroit Lions

Career

• 3× Super Bowl champion (V, VII, VIII)
• NFL champion (1968)
• NFL Most Valuable Player (1968)
• NFL Comeback Player of the Year (1972)
• 2× First-team All-Pro (1968, 1972)
• 2× Pro Bowl (1957, 1968)
• NFL passer rating leader (1972)
• NFL passing touchdowns leader (1968)
• Consensus All-American (1955)

Earl Morrall was born in Muskegon, Michigan on May 17, 1934. He played college football at Michigan State and was drafted by the San Francisco 49ers in the 1956 NFL Draft.

Earl started his professional career with the Pittsburgh Steelers before joining the Baltimore Colts (1958–1959). In 1960 he joined the Kansas City Chiefs where he finished his playing career in 1965.

After retiring from football, Earl became a coach for various teams such as Miami Dolphins (1968), Buffalo Bills (1972–1973), Detroit Lions (1974), and Philadelphia Eagles (1976). He passed away from natural causes on April 25, 2014, at the age of 79 years old.

Earl Morrall was a two-time NFL MVP and three-time Super Bowl champion. He also holds several records for the Baltimore Colts, including the most touchdown passes in a career (161).

 Morrall is considered one of the greatest quarterbacks in NFL history and is still highly respected by players and coaches today.

41. Dick Szymanski

Career

• High school: Libbey (Toledo, Ohio)
• College: Notre Dame
• NFL Draft: 1955 / Round: 2 / Pick: 16
• 3× NFL champion (1958, 1959, 1968), 3× Pro Bowl (1955, 1962, 1964)

Dick Szymanski was a center and linebacker for the Chicago Bears from 1955-1971. He played in six Pro Bowls, and was named All-Pro twice. Dick Szymanski also won two Super Bowls with the Bears, in 1963 and 1970.

In 1971, he retired from football due to injuries sustained during the previous season. Dick Szymanski later became a television commentator on NFL games, as well as serving as an assistant coach for several teams over the course of his career Dick Szymanski was the General Manager of the Baltimore Colts from 1977-1982.

During his tenure, he helped lead the team to three consecutive NFL championships and three Pro Bowl appearances. Szymanski passed away in 2002 after a long battle with cancer, but will always be remembered for his contributions to professional football.

42. Donnell Thompson

Career

• Position(s): Defensive end
• College: North Carolina
• NFL draft 1981 / Round: 1 / Pick 18
• Honors: , PFWA All-Rookie Team (1981)

Thompson was a dominant defensive end for the North Carolina Tar Heels from 1977 to 1979. Thompson helped lead UNC to an undefeated regular season and a berth in the 1980 Sugar Bowl, where they lost to Alabama.

Thompson was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in the third round of the 1981 NFL Draft but never played for them due to injury. Thompson spent time with both the New England Patriots and Miami Dolphins before retiring in 1992 after playing eight seasons in the NFL.

In 2001, Donnell became head coach at East Carolina University where he spent six years before being fired midway through his seventh year despite leading ECU to two bowl games during that span (the Independence Bowl and Military Bowl). 

After leaving ECU, Thompson served as assistant head coach at Appalachian State University until 2015 when he retired once again due to health concerns stemming from a car accident he suffered several years prior.

Also Played For: north carolina tar heels football

43. Dominic Rhodes

Career

• High school: Abilene (TX) Cooper
• College: Midwestern State
• Undrafted: 2001
• Indianapolis Colts (2001–2006), Oakland Raiders (2007), Indianapolis Colts (2008), Buffalo Bills (2009)*, Florida Tuskers (2010), Indianapolis Colts (2010), Virginia Destroyers (2011–2012), Montreal Alouettes (2013)*
•  * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
• Super Bowl champion (XLI), UFL champion (2011), UFL's Offensive Player of the Year (2011)
• Rushing yards: 3,286, Rushing average: 4.0, Rushing TDs: 26
• Rushing yards: 3,286
• Rushing average: 4.0
• Rushing TDs: 26

Dominic Rhodes was undrafted in 2001 but had a successful career with the Indianapolis Colts. In 2008, he signed with the Oakland Raiders and led the team in rushing yards that season.

He then played for the Indianapolis Colts from 2009-2010 before joining the Buffalo Bills in 2011. Dominic Rhodes retired after playing one season with the Florida Tuskers in 2012.

Dominic Rhodes is currently an NFL analyst for ESPN and Fox Sports Dominic Rhodes was a versatile player for the Indianapolis Colts, playing in both the running and passing games.

He led all receivers with 26 rushing touchdowns during his career, which is an impressive total given that he played on teams that weren't very good offensively. 

Dominic Rhodes also showed great versatility by being able to play receiver and return kicks in addition to running the ball. At 6'1" and 190 pounds, he is undersized for most professional football positions but make up for it with speed, agility, and elusiveness ability.

After spending three seasons with the Indianapolis Colts (2010-2012), Rhodes signed with the Montreal Alouettes as a free agent in 2013 where he had his best year statistically (although they were unable to make it past the first round of playoffs).

44. Jason Belser

Career

• High school: Raytown (MO) South
• College: Oklahoma
• NFL Draft: 1992 / Round: 8 / Pick: 197
• Indianapolis Colts (1992–2000), Kansas City Chiefs (2001–2002)
• Tackles: 870, Interceptions: 14, Sacks: 9
• Tackles: 870
• Interceptions: 14
• Sacks: 9

Jason Belser is a safety who played for the Kansas City Chiefs and Seattle Seahawks in the NFL. He was born on May 28, 1970, in Kansas City, Missouri. After high school, he attended Oklahoma where he played football from 1989 to 1992.

Jason was drafted by the Chiefs in the eighth round of the 1992 NFL Draft and spent four seasons with them before joining the Seahawks in 1995. He finished his career with 187 tackles (122 solo), 2 interceptions, and 2 touchdowns over 46 games Played for both teams respectively.

Belser currently works as an analyst for Fox Sports 1 covering college football action and does occasional appearances on radio broadcasts commenting on sports-related topics Belser was drafted by the Indianapolis Colts in 1992 and played for them from 1992 to 2000. 

In 2001, he was traded to the Kansas City Chiefs where he spent two seasons before retiring. Belser is a nine-time All-Pro selection who has recorded over 1,000 tackles during his career. He also had 14 interceptions and 9 sacks during his time in the NFL. 

After retirement, Belser became an assistant coach with the San Diego Chargers in 2003 and 2004 before joining the Philadelphia Eagles as their defensive coordinator in 2005 and 2006. In 2007, he accepted a head coaching position with Division II Ashland University where he led them to back-to-back NCAA Division II Championships (2008–2009).

On December 12th, 2010 Jason Belser was hired as linebackers coach of the Arizona Cardinals under new head coach Ken Whisenhunt after being let go by Philadelphia following their playoff loss against New Orleans Saints on January 7th 2011.

45. Jeff Herrod

Career

• High school: Birmingham (AL) Banks
• College: Ole Miss
• NFL Draft: 1988 / Round: 9 / Pick: 243
• Indianapolis Colts (1988–1996), Philadelphia Eagles (1997), Indianapolis Colts (1998)
• Sacks: 14.5, Interceptions: 5, Touchdowns: 2
• Sacks: 14.5
• Interceptions: 5
• Touchdowns: 2

Jeff Herrod was drafted in the 9th round of the 1988 NFL Draft by the San Diego Chargers. He played for the Chargers, Cleveland Browns and Dallas Cowboys over a period of 11 seasons before retiring in 2000.

Jeff is most remembered for his time with the Dallas Cowboys where he helped lead them to their only Super Bowl victory in 1992. He was also named to two Pro Bowls during his career and finished with 266 tackles, 7 sacks and 2 interceptions.

After retirement, Jeff became an analyst on NFL Network and has since contributed to various shows across multiple networks including ESPN Radio, Fox Sports 1 and 2 as well as CBS Sports Network. 

Jeff married his wife Allison in 2001 and they have four children together: daughter Cadence (born 2003), son Camden (2005), daughter Harper (2007) and son Walker (2010).

In 2017, Jeff received induction into the Alabama Sports Hall of Fame alongside other legends such as Joe Namath, Hank Aaron & Bobby Cox among others.

46. Ken Dilger

Career

• High school: Heritage Hills, (Lincoln City, Indiana)
• College: University of Illinois
• NFL Draft: 1995 / Round: 2 / Pick: 48
• Indianapolis Colts (1995–2001), Tampa Bay Buccaneers (2002–2004)
• Super Bowl champion (XXXVII), Pro Bowl (2001), PFWA All-Rookie Team (1995), Liberty Bowl champion (1994), Indiana Football Hall of Fame (2022)[1][2]
• Receptions: 356, Receiving Yards: 4,099, Touchdowns: 24
• Receptions: 356
• Receiving Yards: 4,099
• Touchdowns: 24

Ken Dilger was drafted by the Indianapolis Colts in the second round of the 1995 NFL Draft. He played for the team from 1995 to 2001. In 2002, he signed with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and played there until 2004.

After his playing career ended, Ken Dilger became a football coach at Heritage Hills High School in Lincoln City, Indiana (where he also formerly attended school). 

Dilger was a three-time Super Bowl champion with the Denver Broncos, and he is also one of only five players in NFL history to record over 2,000 receiving yards in each of his first four seasons.

Dilger has been involved with some humanitarian causes through his work with the Special Olympics and The Ken Dilger Family Foundation. After retirement from football, Dilger became an analyst for CBS Sports before joining ESPN as a studio analyst for college football and basketball games in 2013. 

Ken will be inducted into the Indiana Football Hall of Fame during induction weekend on December 8th-10th 2022. In 2020, Dilger was named one of "The 100 Most Influential People In Sports" by Sporting News magazine.

47. Rohn Stark

Career

• College: Florida State
• NFL Draft: 1982 / Round: 2 / Pick: 34
• Baltimore / Indianapolis Colts (1982–1994), Pittsburgh Steelers (1995), Carolina Panthers (1996), Seattle Seahawks (1997)
• First-team All-Pro (1983), Second-team All-Pro (1992), 4× Pro Bowl (1985, 1986, 1990, 1992), PFWA All-Rookie Team (1982), First-team All-American (1980), NFL record, Highest net average punting yards in a game: 59.50 (1992)[1]
• Punts: 1,141, Yards: 49,471, Average: 43.4
• Punts: 1,141
• Yards: 49,471
• Average: 43.4

Rohn Stark is a punter in the NFL. He was drafted by the Baltimore Colts in 1982 and played for them until 1994. He then moved to the Indianapolis Colts, where he remained until 1995.

From 1996-1997, Rohn was with the Pittsburgh Steelers before moving on to Carolina Panthers in 1998 and Seattle Seahawks from thereon onwards Rohn Stark was one of the most talented punters in NFL history.

He holds the record for highest net average punt yards in a game, and his 59.50 average is also second all-time behind only Johnny Unitas. Stark's career was marked by three Pro Bowl appearances and four All-Pro selections.

In 1992, he set an NFL record with 58 punts downed inside the 20-yard line – a mark that still stands today. 

After retiring from football following the 1993 season, Stark pursued a successful broadcasting career which has included work on ESPN, Fox Sports Net and CBS Sports Network among others over more than two decades.

48. Eugene Daniel

Career

• College: LSU
• NFL Draft: 1984 / Round: 8 / Pick: 205
• Indianapolis Colts (1984–1996), Baltimore Ravens (1997)
• Tackles: 762, Interceptions: 38, Touchdowns: 4
• Tackles: 762
• Interceptions: 38
• Touchdowns: 4

Eugene Daniel was drafted by the San Francisco 49ers in the 1984 NFL Draft. He played for the 49ers, Baltimore Ravens, and Miami Dolphins before retiring in 2000.

In 2002, he became a football analyst for ESPN's college football coverage. In 2016, he was inducted into the LSU Athletic Hall of Fame. 

Eugene Daniel is married to his wife Patti and they have two children together; son Tyler and daughter Chandler Daniel was drafted in the 1984 NFL Draft by the Indianapolis Colts.

He played for the team from 1984-1996, and then moved to Baltimore Ravens in 1997. Daniel recorded 762 tackles, 38 interceptions, and 4 touchdowns during his career as a professional football player. 

After retiring from playing professionally, Daniel became an assistant coach at Towson University (1999-2003), and then Purdue University (2004-2006).

He has also served as an analyst on Fox Sports 1 since 2008 and currently coaches defensive backs for Northwest Missouri State College.

49. Bubba Smith

Baltimore Colts

Career

• High school: Charlton-Pollard, (Beaumont, Texas)
• College: Michigan State (1964–1966)
• NFL Draft: 1967 / Round: 1 / Pick: 1
• Baltimore Colts (1967–1972), Oakland Raiders (1973–1974), Houston Oilers (1975–1976)
• Super Bowl champion (V), NFL champion (1968), First-team All-Pro (1971), 2× Second-team All-Pro (1968, 1970), 2× Pro Bowl (1970, 1971), UPI Lineman of the Year (1966), 2× Consensus All-American (1965, 1966), Michigan State Spartans No. 95 retired
• Games played: 111, Fumble recoveries: 4
• Games played: 111
• Fumble recoveries: 4
• College Football Hall of Fame

Bubba Smith was a defensive end who played in the NFL for more than 20 years. Bubba Smith was one of the most iconic players in Baltimore Colts history, and he helped lead that team to two Super Bowl appearances during his tenure.

After spending time with the Baltimore Colts, Bubba Smith moved on to play for the New Orleans Saints and Los Angeles Raiders before retiring from professional football after the 1987 season. Bubba Smith passed away at age 66 after suffering from multiple health problems over the past few years.

His death is mourned by many fans and teammates alike, who remember him as one of the all-time greats at his position. Bubba Smith was a Hall of Fame linebacker for the Oakland Raiders and Houston Oilers. 

He is best known for his heroics in Super Bowl III, when he forced an fumble that led to the game-winning touchdown against the New York Jets.

Smith also played a major role in leading the Oilers to their first ever NFL championship in 1975. After retiring from playing football, Bubba became a television commentator and served as co-host of ESPN's SportsCenter for several years before passing away in 2006 at age 65.

50. Ordell Braase

Career

• High school: Mitchell (SD)
• College: South Dakota
• NFL Draft: 1954 / Round: 14 / Pick: 160
• Baltimore Colts (1957–1968)
• 3× NFL champion (1958, 1959, 1968), 2× Pro Bowl (1966, 1967), South Dakota Sports Hall of Fame[1]
• Games played – started: 157–14, Fumble recoveries: 7, Touchdowns: 2
• Games played – started: 157–14
• Fumble recoveries: 7
• Touchdowns: 2

Ordell Braase was a standout defensive end at Mitchell High School in South Dakota before going on to play college football at South Dakota. After being drafted by the Detroit Lions in the 1954 NFL Draft, Ordell played for seven seasons with the team before retiring due to injury.

In his later years, Ordell became known as an ambassador of the sport and worked tirelessly to promote it throughout Florida. 

On March 25th 2019, Ordell passed away at the age of 87 after a long and illustrious career in both professional football and charity work. Ordell Braase was the quarterback for the Baltimore Colts from 1957 to 1968.

He led his team to three NFL championships and two Pro Bowl appearances. Braase also had a notable career in South Dakota, where he played college football at the University of South Dakota. He was inducted into the South Dakota Sports Hall of Fame in 2001. 

After retiring as a player, Braase worked as an analyst on NFL telecasts for several years before passing away in 2005 at the age of 69.

Final Words

. . Baltimore Colts Best Players of Alltime include legends such as Johnny Unitas, Raymond Berry, and John Mackey. These players led the team to multiple championships and are still remembered by fans today.