Tecmo Super Bowl is a revolutionary game for the Nintendo Entertainment System that was released in 1991. It was the first sports game to be officially licensed by both the National Football League and the National Football League Players Association, allowing it to use the real NFL teams and players.
This made it a standout game for football fans, as it was much closer to the real-life sport than any other football game at the time. With its unique combination of authenticity and arcade-style gameplay, Tecmo Super Bowl has become a beloved classic that is still enjoyed by gamers today.
1. Thurman Thomas
Running back
Career
- NFL Most Valuable Player (1991)
- NFL Offensive Player of the Year (1991)[1]
- 2× First-team All-Pro (1990, 1991)
- 3× Second-team All-Pro (1989, 1992, 1993)
- 5× Pro Bowl (1989–1993)
- NFL 1990s All-Decade Team
- Buffalo Bills Wall of Fame
- Buffalo Bills No. 34 retired
- 2× First-team All-American (1985, 1987)
- Oklahoma State Cowboys No. 34 retired
Thurman Thomas was an all-pro running back for the Buffalo Bills and Miami Dolphins in the 1990s. He won two NFL Most Valuable Player Awards and was twice voted to the Pro Bowl.
Thurman Thomas also played for the Cowboys, Patriots, Chargers, Jets, and Saints during his career. Thurman Thomas is a three-time second-team All-Pro and five-time Pro Bowl selection in the NFL.
He was inducted into the Buffalo Bills Wall of Fame in 1994, and his No. 34 jersey has been retired by the team.
Thurman Thomas led Oklahoma State to back-to-back national championships in 1985 and 1987, earning consensus first-team All-American honors both seasons.
Thomas ended his career with 12,074 rushing yards, 4,458 receiving yards (with 23 touchdowns) and 65 rushing touchdowns over 14 years in the NFL.
Also Played For: buffalo bills, oklahoma state university
2. Bruce Smith
Defensive end
Career
- 2× NFL Defensive Player of the Year (1990, 1996)
- 8× First-team All-Pro (1987, 1988, 1990, 1993–1997)
- 2× Second-team All-Pro (1989, 1998)
- 11× Pro Bowl (1987–1990, 1992–1998)
- 2× NFL forced fumbles co-leader (1994, 1996)
- NFL 1980s All-Decade Team
- NFL 1990s All-Decade Team
- NFL 100th Anniversary All-Time Team
- Buffalo Bills Wall of Fame
- Buffalo Bills No. 78 retired
- Outland Trophy (1984)
- 2× First-team All-American (1983, 1984)
Bruce Smith is a dominant defensive end who played in the NFL for over 20 years. He was twice named the NFL Defensive Player of the Year, and also won 11 Pro Bowls.
A two-time forced fumble co-leader, Bruce Smith is one of the best defenders to ever play in the NFL. Bruce Smith was a dominant defensive lineman in the NFL for many years.
He made an impact on both the Bills and Buffalo fans with his play on the field. His 200 sacks are a record that will likely never be broken. Smith also had 43 forced fumbles and 2 interceptions, which shows just how talented he was as a defender.
He is now retired from football but still holds several franchise records that will always be remembered by Bills fans.
Also Played For: defensive end, running back redskins
3. David Fulcher
Career
- First-team All-Pro (1989)
- Second-team All-Pro (1990)
- 3× Pro Bowl (1988–1990)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (1986)
Fulcher was a 3rd round draft pick of the Cincinnati Bengals in 1986. He played for the team from 1986 to 1992 and then moved on to play for the Los Angeles Raiders from 1993-1995.
Fulcher made an impact with his strong safety skills during his time in the NFL, amassing over 240 tackles and 2 interceptions while playing for both teams. After leaving the NFL, Fulcher became a police officer in California before retiring in 2009 at age 45 after 20 years of service with the force.
David Fulcher was an All-Pro safety in the NFL for three seasons. He played his entire career with the San Francisco 49ers and recorded over 100 tackles and eight interceptions during that time. David Fulcher retired after the 1993 season, having finished as one of the most successful safeties in league history.
Also Played For: cincinnati bengals
4. Barry Sanders
Running back
Career
- NFL Most Valuable Player (1997)
- 2× NFL Offensive Player of the Year (1994, 1997)
- NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year (1989)
- 6× First-team All-Pro (1989–1991, 1994, 1995, 1997)
- 4× Second-team All-Pro (1992, 1993, 1996, 1998)
- 10× Pro Bowl (1989–1998)
- 4× NFL rushing yards leader (1990, 1994, 1996, 1997)
- NFL rushing touchdowns leader (1991)
- NFL 1990s All-Decade Team
- NFL 100th Anniversary All-Time Team
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (1989)
- 2× Bert Bell Award (1991, 1997)
- Pride of the Lions
- Detroit Lions 75th Anniversary Team
- Detroit Lions All-Time Team
- Detroit Lions No. 20 retired
- Heisman Trophy (1988)
- Maxwell Award (1988)
- Walter Camp Award (1988)
- Big Eight Offensive Player of the Year (1988)
- Unanimous All-American (1988)
- Second-team All-American (1987)
- First-team All-Big Eight (1988)
- Oklahoma State Cowboys Ring of Honor
Barry Sanders is a hall of Famer and one of the most decorated running backs in NFL history. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1997, and he also won two Super Bowls with the Detroit Lions.
Sanders was born on July 16, 1968, in Wichita, Kansas. He attended Wichita North High School before going on to play college football at Oklahoma State University.
After being drafted by the Detroit Lions in 1989, Sanders quickly established himself as one of the best running backs in NFL history.
He led his team to back-to-back Super Bowl wins (1991 and 1992) while accumulating numerous other awards and accolades along the way.
Sanders retired from professional football following the 1998 season after playing for Detroit, Baltimore Ravens, Seattle Seahawks, and San Francisco 49ers over a 13-year career Sanders is one of the most decorated players in NFL history.
He was a five-time Pro Bowler, four-time First-team All-Pro, and two-time rushing yards leader. Sanders holds many Lions records, including most touchdowns scored (38) and total yards (18,521).
In 1997 he became the first player ever to win both the MVP and Offensive Player of the Year awards in the same season.
Sanders retired after 1998 with 14,396 career rushing yards and 66 total touchdowns—both second all-time behind Emmitt Smith's 18,551 yardage mark as well as 73 TDs which stands alone as an NFL record for any running back in history.
Also Played For: detroit lions, college football
5. Andre Rison
Wide receiver
Career
- Indianapolis Colts (1989)
- Atlanta Falcons (1990–1994)
- Cleveland Browns (1995)
- Jacksonville Jaguars (1996)
- Green Bay Packers (1996)
- Kansas City Chiefs (1997–1999)
- Oakland Raiders (2000)
- Toronto Argonauts (2004–2005)
Andre Rison was a wide receiver for the Indianapolis Colts, Atlanta Falcons, and Cleveland Browns in his NFL career. He is best known for his time with the Falcons, where he recorded over 1,000 receiving yards seven times in his eleven seasons there.
Andre Rison also played for the Jacksonville Jaguars and Green Bay Packers during parts of two separate seasons before retiring in 2001. Andre Rison was a versatile wide receiver who played for the Kansas City Chiefs, Oakland Raiders, and Toronto Argonauts in his career.
He enjoyed success in the NFL, earning three first-team All-Pro selections and five Pro Bowl appearances. Andre Rison also led the league in receiving touchdowns twice during his career, including once with the Oakland Raiders.
Andre Rison retired from professional football following the 2004 season after playing for both the Toronto Argonauts and Arizona Cardinals organizations consecutively.
6. Reggie White
Defensive end
Career
- Super Bowl champion (XXXI)
- 2× NFL Defensive Player of the Year (1987, 1998)
- 3× UPI NFC Defensive Player of the Year (1987, 1991, 1995)
- 8× First-team All-Pro (1986–1991, 1995, 1998)
- 5× Second-team All-Pro (1992–1994, 1996, 1997)
- 13× Pro Bowl (1986–1998)
- 2× NFL sacks leader (1987, 1988)
- NFL 1980s All-Decade Team
- NFL 1990s All-Decade Team
- NFL 75th Anniversary All-Time Team
- NFL 100th Anniversary All-Time Team
- Philadelphia Eagles Hall of Fame
- Philadelphia Eagles 75th Anniversary Team
- Philadelphia Eagles No. 92 retired
- Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame
- Green Bay Packers No. 92 retired
- Bart Starr Award (1992)
- First-team All-USFL (1985)
- Unanimous All-American (1983)
- SEC Player of the Year (1983)
- First-team All-SEC (1983)
- Tennessee Volunteers No. 92 retired
Reggie White was an American football defensive end who played 16 seasons with the Green Bay Packers. He was named to 13 Pro Bowls and won two NFL MVP Awards.
Reggie White's nickname of "The Beast" stemmed from his incredible strength and power on the field. In 1994, White suffered a neck injury that ended his career prematurely.
He later died from complications related to the injury in 2004 at 43 years old. Reggie White is considered one of the greatest pass rushers in NFL history and is also remembered for his role as a mentor to younger players during his time with the Packers organization Reggie White was a dominant defensive player in the NFL for many years.
He was a three-time UPI NFC Defensive Player of the Year and a two-time Pro Bowl selection. White is also remembered for his Super Bowl victory with the Philadelphia Eagles in XXXI.
After playing for the Green Bay Packers, Carolina Panthers, and Atlanta Falcons, White retired from football in 2001 at the age of 38.
Also Played For: green bay packers
7. Sterling Sharpe
Wide receiver
Career
- 3× First-team All-Pro (1989, 1992, 1993)
- 5× Pro Bowl (1989, 1990, 1992–1994)
- 3× NFL receptions leader (1989, 1992, 1993)
- 2× NFL receiving touchdowns leader (1992, 1994)
- NFL receiving yards leader (1992)
- Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame
- South Carolina Gamecocks No. 2 retired
Sterling Sharpe was a wide receiver for the Green Bay Packers from 1988-1994. He had an impressive career with the team, and he was inducted into the Packers Hall of Fame in 2006.
Sterling Sharpe was born in Chicago, Illinois on April 6th, 1965. He attended Glennville High School, where he played football and basketball before turning his attention to football full-time after his junior year.
After playing college ball at South Carolina, Sharpe was drafted by the Green Bay Packers in 1988 as their first-round pick ( seventh overall). He spent nine seasons with the team before retiring in 1994 due to injury.
Sterling Sharpe is a two-time Pro Bowler (1992 & 1993) and a four-time All-Pro selection (1990–1993). His best season came in 1992 when he caught 91 passes for 1,512 yards and 11 touchdowns – earning him NFL MVP honors along the way.
SterlingSharpe currently works as an analyst for Fox Sports Wisconsin covering both professional and collegiate sports in Wisconsin. Sterling Sharpe was a three-time first-team All-Pro and five-time Pro Bowl selection in the NFL.
He is also one of only two players to ever lead the league in receiving yards, with 2,101 yards in 1994.
Sharpe finished his career with 64 touchdowns on 465 receptions for 11, and guideway man Jerry Rice holds the record with 77 touchdowns on 521 receptions.
Sterling Sharpe played for four different teams during his 14-year playing career: Carolina Panthers (1989–1992), Green Bay Packers (1993–1994), Baltimore Ravens (1995), and New York Jets (1996).
After retiring from football he started a clothing company that has since become one of America's leading sportswear companies - Nike SB Incorporated.
Also Played For: south carolina gamecocks football
8. Derrick Thomas
Linebacker
Career
- NFL Man of the Year (1993)
- NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year (1989)
- 3× First-team All-Pro (1990–1992)
- 3× Second-team All-Pro (1993, 1994, 1996)
- 9× Pro Bowl (1989–1997)
- 2× NFL forced fumbles leader (1990, 1992)
- NFL sacks leader (1990)
- NFL 1990s All-Decade Team
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (1989)
- "Whizzer" White NFL Man of the Year Award (1995)
- Kansas City Chiefs Hall of Fame
- Kansas City Chiefs No. 58 retired
- Butkus Award (1988)
- Consensus All-American (1988)
Derrick Thomas was one of the most feared linebackers in NFL history, racking up more than 100 career sacks. Thomas died from a heart attack at the age of 33 after struggling with his health for some time.
He is remembered as an inspirational figure who helped lead the Chiefs to back-to-back Super Bowl appearances. Derrick Thomas was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2005 and has since been named on several other Hall of Fame lists including those for both college football and professional wrestling Derrick Thomas was a dominant defensive player in the NFL for over two decades.
He was named to nine Pro Bowls, led the league in sacks twice, and won several awards including the "Whizzer" White NFL Man of the Year Award. Derrick Thomas also had an accomplished career outside of football, being a three-time first team All American and consensus All American.
Derrick Thomas passed away at age 43 after a long battle with injuries, but his legacy will live on as one of the best defensive players ever to play professional football.
Also Played For: kansas city chiefs
9. Christian Okoye
Running back
Career
- First-team All-Pro (1989)
- Second-team All-Pro (1991)
- 2× Pro Bowl (1989, 1991)
- NFL rushing yards leader (1989)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (1987)
- Kansas City Chiefs Hall of Fame
Christian Okoye was a running back for the Kansas City Chiefs from 1987 to 1992. He helped lead the Chiefs to two Super Bowl appearances in his time with the team, and he was named MVP of one of those contests.
After retiring from football, Okoye became an actor and has appeared in various films and television shows over the years. In 2006, Okoye returned to Iraq as part of an effort by then-Senator Hillary Clinton to help rebuild that country following its invasion by American forces several years earlier.
He continues to work on humanitarian projects around the world today, most notably through his foundation. Which helps provide medical supplies and education opportunities to children in need Christian Okoye was a standout running back at the University of Oklahoma.
He was drafted by the Kansas City Chiefs in 1987 and went on to be one of the most feared runners in NFL history.
Christian Okoye is best known for his time with the San Francisco 49ers, where he helped lead them to two Super Bowl victories. In 2011, Christian Okoye was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
10. Nick Lowery
Career
- 2× First-team All-Pro (1985, 1990)
- 3× Pro Bowl (1981, 1990, 1992)
- NFL scoring leader (1990)
- "Whizzer" White NFL Man of the Year Award (1993)
- Kansas City Chiefs Hall of Fame
Nick Lowery was a successful placekicker in the NFL. He played for the New England Patriots and Kansas City Chiefs over a 19-year career.
Lowery is most well-known for his time with the Chiefs, where he made more than 500 field goals and scored more than 2,000 points.
After retiring from football in 1993, Lowery went on to work as an insurance agent and sports broadcaster. He currently resides in Muncie, Indiana with his wife of 27 years and two children. Nick Lowery was an all-pro NFL kicker for the New York Jets in the 1990s.
Nick Lowery's career highlights include being named First-team All-Pro three times and leading the league in scoring that same year.
He spent his entire 19-year professional football career with Kansas City Chiefs, retiring after the 1996 season. Nick Lowery is a member of both the Kansas City Chiefs Hall of Fame and Pro Football Hall of Fame, having been inducted in 1995 and 1998 respectively.
11. Howie Long
Defensive end
Career
- Super Bowl champion (XVIII)
- NFL co-Defensive Player of the Year (NEA) (1985)
- 3× First-team All-Pro (1983–1985)
- 2× Second-team All-Pro (1986, 1989)
- 8× Pro Bowl (1983–1987, 1989, 1992, 1993)
- NFL 1980s All-Decade Team
Howie Long was an All-Pro defensive end for the Oakland Raiders from 1981 to 1993. He holds the record for most sacks in a career with 154 and also led the league in forced fumbles twice.
Howie Long is a two-time Super Bowl champion (Oakland/Los Angeles Raiders, XXXVII and LII) and three-time Pro Bowler. In 2012, he was inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame. Howie currently serves as an analyst on Fox Sports' "NFL Sunday pregame show".
He was a dominant defensive player in the NFL during the 1980s and 1990s. He won multiple accolades, including three first-team All-Pro selections and two second-team honors. Long also enjoyed success in the Pro Bowl, playing in eight games over that time period.
After hanging up his cleats, he went on to have a successful career as an analyst for CBS Sports Network and Fox Sports Net Southwest.
Also Played For: las vegas raiders, oakland raiders
12. Mark Clayton
Wide receiver
Career
- 3× Second-team All-Pro (1984, 1985, 1988)
- 5× Pro Bowl (1984–1986, 1988, 1991)
- 2× NFL receiving touchdowns leader (1984, 1988)
- Miami Dolphins Honor Roll
- Kentucky Pro Football Hall of Fame (2014)
Mark Clayton was drafted by the Miami Dolphins in the eighth round of the 1983 NFL Draft. He played for the Miami Dolphins from 1983 to 1992 and then spent time with the Green Bay Packers before retiring in 1993.
Clayton caught 486 passes for 7,808 yards and 57 touchdowns during his career. After retiring from football, Clayton worked as a broadcaster for ESPN until 2006 when he retired again due to health concerns stemming from multiple sclerosis (MS).
In 2007, Mark received an honorary doctorate degree from Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) where he served on their athletics board of directors before passing away at age 59 due to complications with MS in 2018.
Clayton was a three-time second-team All-Pro and five-time Pro Bowler, while he also led the NFL in receiving touchdowns twice.
He played 14 seasons with the Miami Dolphins and retired after the 1995 season. After his playing career ended, Clayton worked as a coach for various high school teams before being inducted into the Kentucky Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2014.
Also Played For: miami dolphins
13. Warren Moon
Quarterback
Career
- NFL Offensive Player of the Year (1990)
- NFL Man of the Year (1989)
- Second-team All-Pro (1990)
- 9× Pro Bowl (1988–1995, 1997)
- 2× NFL passing yards leader (1990, 1991)
- NFL passing touchdowns leader (1990)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (1984)
- Titans/Oilers Ring of Honor
- Tennessee Titans No. 1 retired
- Bart Starr Award (1994)
- Pac-8 Co-Player of the Year (1977)
- Rose Bowl MVP (1978)
- Texas Sports Hall of Fame
Warren Moon was a three-time Pro Bowler and led the Houston Oilers to two Super Bowls. He retired in 1993 after playing for the Edmonton Eskimos, Houston Oilers, Seattle Seahawks, and Minnesota Vikings.
In 2006 he was inducted into the Canadian Football Hall of Fame. Moon is currently an ESPN analyst and co-host of "NFL Countdown".
He resides in suburban Los Angeles with his wife Laurie and their four children: sons Kyle (born 1990) and Keegan (born 1992), daughter Kaylee (born 1994), and son Tristan (born 1998).
Warren Moon was a quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings and Seattle Seahawks in the NFL. He won two Super Bowls with each team and was twice named to the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Moon also played in both the Canadian Football League and NCAA Division I college football, winning several awards along the way.
Also Played For: washington huskies football, minnesota vikings
14. Lawrence Taylor
Linebacker
Career
- 2× Super Bowl champion (XXI, XXV)
- NFL Most Valuable Player (1986)
- 3× NFL Defensive Player of the Year (1981, 1982, 1986)
- NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year (1981)
- 8× First-team All-Pro (1981–1986, 1988, 1989)
- 2× Second-team All-Pro (1987, 1990)
- 10× Pro Bowl (1981–1990)
- NFL sacks leader (1986)
- NFL 1980s All-Decade Team
- NFL 75th Anniversary All-Time Team
- NFL 100th Anniversary All-Time Team
- New York Giants Ring of Honor
- New York Giants No. 56 retired
- 2× NFC Player of the Year (1983, 1986)
- Bert Bell Award (1986)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (1981)
- Unanimous All-American (1980)
- ACC Player of the Year (1980)
- North Carolina Tar Heels Jersey No. 98 honored
Lawrence Taylor was one of the greatest outside linebackers in NFL history. He recorded over 100 sacks during his career and was named to 10 Pro Bowls. Lawrence Taylor had a difficult childhood, living in poverty with several siblings until he became successful as an NFL player.
After being drafted by the New York Giants, Taylor quickly established himself as one of the best players in the league and led them to three Super Bowl wins (XXI, XXII, and XXV). He retired from professional football following the 1993 season.
In 2009, Lawrence Taylor was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame after being unanimously voted into nomination by NFL coaches and executives.
Today, Lawrence Taylor is a motivational speaker and ambassador for charity work around children's welfare issues such as child abuse prevention programs and hunger relief initiatives
Lawrence Taylor was a two-time Super Bowl champion and three-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year. He is also considered one of the best defensive players in NFL history, with 10 Pro Bowl appearances and 2 NFC Player of the Year Awards.
In 1986, he became only the second player to win both the Bert Bell Award and The Associated Press MVP award (the other being Jim Brown).
On September 11th, 2001, Lawrence Taylor was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for his contributions to American football as well as philanthropy work throughout his life.
Also Played For: new york giants, north carolina tar heels football
15. Ronnie Lott
Career
- 4× Super Bowl champion (XVI, XIX, XXIII, XXIV)
- 8× First-team All-Pro (1981, 1983, 1986–1991)
- 10× Pro Bowl (1981–1984, 1986–1991)
- 2× NFL interceptions leader (1986, 1991)
- NFL forced fumbles co-leader (1982)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (1981)
- NFL 1980s All-Decade Team
- NFL 1990s All-Decade Team
- NFL 75th Anniversary All-Time Team
- NFL 100th Anniversary All-Time Team
- San Francisco 49ers Hall of Fame
- San Francisco 49ers No. 42 retired
- National champion (1978)
- Consensus All-American (1980)
A cornerback and safety, Ronnie Lott had an 11-year NFL career with the 49ers, Raiders, Jets, and Giants. A five-time Pro Bowler (1981–1990), Lott led the league in interceptions twice (1983 and 1984) and was a first-team All-Pro selection four times.
He also recorded 2,586 tackles (fourth all-time), 92 passes defended (seventh all-time), and 18 forced fumbles in his career.
After playing for the US national football team at the 1981 Pan American Games, he became eligible to play in the NFL that year as a result of an agreement between the leagues agreed upon before player strikes halted play in 1982.
In 2001 he was inducted into both the College Football Hall of Fame as well as The National Football League Hall of Fame Ronnie Lott was a key part of the San Francisco 49ers' success in the 1990s. He was a 4x Super Bowl champion and 10x Pro Bowler, among other accolades.
Ronnie Lott is also well-known for his interceptions and forced fumbles skills. In 2017, he was inducted into the Hall of Fame as part of the class of 2018.
Also Played For: san francisco 49ers, usc trojans football
16. Brent Jones
Career
- 3× Super Bowl champion (XXIII, XXIV, XXIX)
- First-team All-Pro (1992)
- 2× Second-team All-Pro (1993, 1994)
- 4× Pro Bowl (1992–1995)
- Bart Starr Award (1998)
- Kodak, AP, Football News All-American (1985)
- WFC Offensive Player of the Year (1985)
- 3× First-team All-WFC (1983–1985)
- Division II Football Team of the Quarter Century (1975–2000)
Jones was a talented tight end who played for the Steelers and 49ers over his career. He is most remembered for his time with the San Francisco 49ers, where he helped lead them to two Super Bowl titles in the 1990s.
Jones retired from football following the 1997 season and now works as an NFL analyst on television networks. Brent Jones was a three-time Super Bowl champion and two-time Second Team All-Pro. He was also an AP, Football News American, and WFC Offensive Player of the Year.
Jones played in 143 games over thirteen seasons with the Green Bay Packers, Dallas Cowboys, and Oakland Raiders.
17. Anthony Carter
Michigan Wolverines football
Career
- High school: Riviera Beach (FL)
- College: Michigan (1979–1982)
- NFL Draft: 1983 / Round: 12 / Pick: 334
- Michigan Panthers (1983–1984), Oakland Invaders (1985), Minnesota Vikings (1985–1993), Detroit Lions (1994–1995)
- USFL champion (1983), 2× All-USFL (1983, 1985), 3× Pro Bowl (1987–1989), 50 Greatest Vikings, 3× All-American (1980–1982), Big Ten Most Valuable Player (1982)
- Receptions: 486, Receiving Yards: 7,733, Touchdowns: 55
- Receptions: 486
- Receiving Yards: 7,733
- Touchdowns: 55
- College Football Hall of Fame
Anthony Carter was drafted by the Detroit Lions in the 12th round of the 1983 NFL Draft. He played for them from 1985 to 1993. Anthony Carter is best known for his time with the Minnesota Vikings, where he caught 260 passes for 3,828 yards and 27 touchdowns.
In 1994, Carter signed with the Detroit Lions and played there until 1995. After that season he retired from football due to a neck injury. Today,
Anthony Carter works as a motivational speaker and coach in college football programs across America Carter was a standout wide receiver at the University of Minnesota, where he won three consecutive All-American honors from 1980 to 1982.
He was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in the first round (16th overall) of the 1983 NFL Draft and made an immediate impact as a rookie with 874 receiving yards and six touchdowns on 68 receptions.
Carter helped lead Philadelphia to their only USFL championship in 1983 and played in nine Pro Bowls over his 12-year career while also being named to two All-Pro teams. After hanging up his cleats, Carter became involved with coaching receivers for various organizations before retiring in 2007.
Also Played For: michigan wolverines football
18. William Perry
Defensive lineman
Career
- High school: Aiken (SC)
- College: Clemson
- NFL Draft: 1985 / Round: 1 / Pick: 22
- Chicago Bears (1985–1993), Philadelphia Eagles (1993–1994), London Monarchs (1996)
- Super Bowl champion (XX), ACC Player of the Year (1984), Consensus All-American (1983), Inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame (2006), National champion (1981)
- Sacks: 29.5, Games: 138, Offensive TDs: 3
- Sacks: 29.5
- Games: 138
- Offensive TDs: 3
William Perry was a dominant defensive tackle during his NFL career. He recorded 342 tackles, 21 sacks, and five interceptions in 19 seasons. After being drafted by the Bears in 1985, Perry spent three seasons with Chicago before moving on to Philadelphia in 1993.
In 1994 he signed with the New York Giants as a free agent, but retired after one season due to injury. William Perry is currently an analyst for ESPN NFL coverage and also works as a motivational speaker. Perry was a highly decorated football player, both at the collegiate and pro levels.
He won two Super Bowls with the London Monarchs in 1996 and 1998, as well as being named MVP of the 1998 contest. Perry also played for the Baltimore Ravens, Minnesota Vikings and Miami Dolphins during his NFL career.
After retirement from professional football, Perry entered into coaching – first with his alma mater Toledo Rockets before moving on to Virginia Tech where he served as their defensive coordinator for three seasons (2005-08).
In 2012, Perry was hired by Ohio State University to serve as their new head coach following Urban Meyer's departure to Florida Gators athletics director Jeremy Foley offered him an oral contract extension through 2020 after leading OSU to its third consecutive bowl game appearance under his watch in 2014;
However just four months later on October 10th 2016 it was announced that he had been fired following a disappointing 3-9 campaign including losses against ranked opponents Baylor (#25) Oklahoma State (#24), Illinois (#21) & Michigan State (#18).
Also Played For: chicago bears, clemson university
19. Neal Anderson
Career
- High school: Graceville (Graceville, Florida)
- College: Florida
- NFL Draft: 1986 / Round: 1 / Pick: 27
- Chicago Bears (1986–1993)
- Second-team All-Pro (1990), 4× Pro Bowl (1988–1991), 100 greatest Bears of All-Time, First-team All-SEC (1985), University of Florida Athletic Hall of Fame
- Rushing attempts: 1,515, Rushing yards: 6,166, Rushing TDs: 51, Receptions: 302, Receiving yards: 2,763, TD receptions: 20
- Rushing attempts: 1,515
- Rushing yards: 6,166
- Rushing TDs: 51
- Receptions: 302
- Receiving yards: 2,763
- TD receptions: 20
Anderson was a halfback for the Chicago Bears from 1986 to 1993. Anderson was a three-time Pro Bowler and was inducted into the Chicago Bears Hall of Fame in 2002.
Anderson was also a member of the United States National Team and played in the 1988 and 1992 Olympic Games. Anderson has authored two books, including a biography of Walter Payton.
Anderson currently works as a commentator for NFL games. Neal Anderson was a versatile running back for the Chicago Bears throughout his career. Anderson was a two-time Pro Bowler and first-team All-SEC selection.
Anderson was inducted into the University of Florida Athletic Hall of Fame in 2003. Anderson was a key part of the Bears' 1990 Super Bowl championship team.
Also Played For: florida gators football
20. Gill Byrd
Career
- High school: Lowell (San Francisco, California)
- College: San Jose State
- NFL Draft: 1983 / Round: 1 / Pick: 22
- First-team All-Pro (1989), 2× Second-team All-Pro (1990, 1992), 2× Pro Bowl (1991, 1992), Los Angeles Chargers Hall of Fame, San Diego Chargers 50th Anniversary Team, San Diego Chargers 40th Anniversary Team, Bart Starr Award (1993)
- Interceptions: 42, INT yards: 546, Touchdowns: 2
- Interceptions: 42
- INT yards: 546
- Touchdowns: 2
Gill Byrd was a cornerback for the San Diego Chargers from 1983 to 1992. Byrd made the Pro Bowl in 1984 and 1985. He also won a Super Bowl ring with the Chargers in 1984.
Byrd was inducted into the Chargers Hall of Fame in 2002. He is currently a radio analyst for the Chargers. Gill Byrd was born on February 20, 1961 in San Francisco, California.
He attended Lowell High School in San Francisco and played college football at San Jose State. Byrd was drafted by the San Diego Chargers in the 1st round of the 1983 NFL Draft. He spent his entire professional career with the Chargers, retiring in 1992.
Gill Byrd is a former NFL assistant coach who currently serves as the defensive backs coach for the University of Illinois.
Gill Byrd was a standout defensive back for the Los Angeles Chargers during the late 1980s and early 1990s. Byrd was named to the first-team All-Pro squad twice and was a two-time Pro Bowl selection.
He later worked as an assistant coach with the Chicago Bears and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, before joining the Buffalo Bills in 2017. Byrd is widely respected within the NFL coaching community, and his work with the University of Illinois' defensive backs has been particularly successful so far.
Also Played For: 1983 nfl draft, san diego chargers
21. Henry Ellard
Career
- High school: Herbert Hoover, (Fresno, California)
- College: Fresno State
- NFL Draft: 1983 / Round: 2 / Pick: 32
- 2× First-team All-Pro (1984, 1988), 3× Pro Bowl (1984, 1988, 1989), NFL receiving yards leader (1988)
- Receptions: 814, Receiving yards: 13,777, Receiving average: 16.9, Receiving touchdowns: 65
- Receptions: 814
- Receiving yards: 13,777
- Receiving average: 16.9
- Receiving touchdowns: 65
Henry Ellard was a wide receiver in the NFL for thirteen seasons, playing for the Los Angeles Rams, Washington Redskins, and New England Patriots. Ellard was a highly productive player during his career, amassing over 1,000 receiving yards and ten touchdowns in each of his thirteen seasons.
Ellard was a member of the Rams' 1983 Super Bowl team, and he was inducted into the Rams' Hall of Fame in 1995. Ellard currently works as a football analyst for ESPN.
Henry Ellard was a three-time Pro Bowler and one-time First-team All-Pro with the St. Louis Rams. Ellard played college ball at Fresno State, where he was a member of the Bulldogs' 1990 National Championship team.
Ellard was drafted in the first round of the 1989 NFL Draft by the Rams and spent his entire 10-year career with the team. Ellard was traded to the Jets in 2011 and spent four seasons with the team before signing with the Saints in 2014.
Ellard retired in 2015 after a brief stint with the Baltimore Ravens. Ellard is a member of the NFL Alumni Hall of Fame and the Fresno State Athletic Hall of Fame.
Ellard currently serves as a color commentator for the Rams on their television broadcasts. Ellard and his wife, Kim, have three children. Henry Ellard was a three-time Pro Bowler and one-time First-team All-Pro with the St. Louis Rams.
Ellard played college ball at Fresno State, where he was a member of the Bulldogs' 1990 National Championship team. Ellard was drafted in the first round of the 1989 NFL Draft by the Rams and spent his entire 10-year career with the team.
Ellard was traded to the Jets in 2011 and spent four seasons with the team before signing with the Saints in 2014. Ellard retired in 2015 after a brief stint with the Baltimore Ravens. Ellard and his wife, Kim, have three children.
Also Played For: st louis rams
22. Ernest Givins
Houston Oilers
Career
- High school: Lakewood, (St. Petersburg, Florida)
- College: Louisville
- NFL Draft: 1986 / Round: 2 / Pick: 34
- Houston Oilers (1986–1994), Jacksonville Jaguars (1995)
- Second-team All-Pro (1990), 2× Pro Bowl (1990, 1992), PFWA All-Rookie Team (1986)
- Receptions: 571, Receiving Yards: 8,215, Touchdowns: 49
- Receptions: 571
- Receiving Yards: 8,215
- Touchdowns: 49
Ernest Givins was a wide receiver for the Houston Oilers and Jacksonville Jaguars in the NFL. He had a successful career, recording over 1,000 yards in each of his ten seasons.
Givins also played in the Canadian Football League for the Calgary Stampeders and the Edmonton Eskimos. He has since retired from the NFL, but continues to play in the CFL. Ernest Givins is a three-time Pro Bowler and was inducted into the Jacksonville Jaguars Hall of Fame in 2007.
He is also a member of the College Football Hall of Fame. Givins is married and has two children. He currently resides in Jacksonville, Florida.
Ernest Givins was a standout receiver in the NFL for over a decade. He was a two-time Pro Bowler and Second-Team All-Pro. He was named to the PFWA All-Rookie Team in 1986.
Givins retired after the 1992 season. He currently works as an NFL analyst for CBS. Ernest Givins is a highly respected figure in the NFL and is considered one of the best receivers of his era.
He is a popular analyst on CBS NFL coverage. He is a respected member of the NFL community. Ernest Givins is a retired NFL player who will always be remembered for his accomplishments on the field.
23. Wayne Haddix
Career
- College: Liberty
- Undrafted: 1987
- New York Giants (1987–1989), Tampa Bay Buccaneers (1990–1991), Cincinnati Bengals (1991)
- Pro Bowl (1990)
- Interceptions: 7, Yards: 231, Touchdowns: 3
- Interceptions: 7
- Yards: 231
- Touchdowns: 3
Haddix was a cornerback for the New York Giants from 1987 to 1989. He was drafted by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 1990 but did not make the team. He played for the Giants and Buccaneers in total.
Haddix later played for the Tennessee Titans and Indianapolis Colts. He retired from the NFL in 2001. Haddix was born in 1965 in Bolivar, Tennessee. He played college football at Liberty. He was not drafted and started his career in the NFL with the Giants.
He played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, New York Giants, and Tennessee Titans. Haddix was drafted by the Cincinnati Bengals in the 3rd round of the 1991 NFL Draft. He spent his entire career with the Bengals, playing in 91 games and recording 7 interceptions and 3 touchdowns.
Haddix was a Pro Bowler in 1990 and was inducted into the Cincinnati Bengals Hall of Fame in 2013. He is currently a scout for the Bengals.
24. Drew Hill
Career
- High school: Newnan (Newnan, Georgia)
- College: Georgia Tech
- NFL Draft: 1979 / Round: 12 / Pick: 328
- Los Angeles Rams (1979–1984), Houston Oilers (1985–1991), Atlanta Falcons (1992–1993)
- 2× Pro Bowl (1988, 1990)
- Receptions: 634, Receiving Yards: 9,831, Touchdowns: 60
- Receptions: 634
- Receiving Yards: 9,831
- Touchdowns: 60
Drew Hill was a standout receiver at Georgia Tech and was drafted by the Atlanta Falcons in the 12th round of the 1979 NFL Draft. He played in the NFL for nine seasons and was a member of the Atlanta Falcons' Super Bowl XXIII team.
Hill died of heart failure in March 2011 at the age of 54. He leaves behind his wife and two children. Drew Hill was a hard-working receiver who was known for his speed and his ability to make big plays.
He was a key member of the Atlanta Falcons' Super Bowl XXIII team and was inducted into the Georgia Tech Athletics Hall of Fame in 2006.
Hill was a member of the Atlanta Falcons' team that won the NFC Championship in 1988 and the Super Bowl XXIII team. He was also a member of the Philadelphia Eagles' team that won the Super Bowl in 1994.
Hill was a popular player with his teammates and was known for his friendly personality. He will be remembered as one of the most talented and successful receivers in Atlanta Falcons' history.
25. Bobby Humphrey
Alabama Crimson Tide football
Career
- High school: Birmingham (AL) Glenn
- College: Alabama
- Supplemental draft: 1989 / Round: 1
- Denver Broncos (1989–1991), Miami Dolphins (1992–1993), Buffalo Bills (1995)*
- * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
- Pro Bowl (1990), PFWA All-Rookie Team (1989)
- Rushing Yards: 2,857, Average: 4.1, Touchdowns: 15
- Rushing Yards: 2,857
- Average: 4.1
- Touchdowns: 15
Humphrey had a very productive NFL career, playing for the Denver Broncos and Birmingham Steeldogs. Humphrey was a running back who was known for his explosive speed and good vision.
He was a key part of the Broncos' 1990 Super Bowl victory, and he was also a player on the team that won the Super Bowl in 1992. Humphrey was forced to retire in 1995 due to a knee injury.
Humphrey has since been involved in coaching, working as the head coach of the Birmingham Steeldogs in 2005. Humphrey is currently the running backs coach for the Atlanta Falcons. Humphrey is a member of the College Football Hall of Fame.
Humphrey was born on October 11, 1966, in Birmingham, Alabama. Humphrey was drafted by the Miami Dolphins in the 1992 NFL Draft. He played for the Miami Dolphins from 1992 to 1993. Humphrey had a successful career with the Dolphins, rushing for 2,857 yards and 15 touchdowns.
Humphrey was also a Pro Bowler with the Dolphins in 1990. After his successful career with the Dolphins, Humphrey played for the Buffalo Bills from 1995 to 1999. Humphrey retired after playing for the Bills in 1999. Humphrey is now a football analyst for ESPN. Humphrey is also an author.
Humphrey was born on December 8, 1967, in Canton, Mississippi.
26. Marion Butts
Career
- College: Florida State
- NFL Draft: 1989 / Round: 7 / Pick: 183
- San Diego Chargers (1989–1993), New England Patriots (1994), Houston Oilers (1995)
- Second-team All-Pro (1990), 2× Pro Bowl (1990, 1991)
- Rushing yards: 5,185, Average: 3.9, Touchdowns: 43
- Rushing yards: 5,185
- Average: 3.9
- Touchdowns: 43
Marion Butts was a running back for the Chargers, Patriots, and Oilers during his career. Butts was drafted by the Chargers in the seventh round of the 1989 NFL Draft.
He played for the Chargers from 1989 to 1993 and then for the Patriots from 1994 to 1995. Butts finished his career with the Houston Oilers. Butts was a three-time Pro Bowler and was inducted into the Chargers Hall of Fame in 2009.
He is currently a television analyst for the NFL on CBS. Marion Butts is 56 years old and from Worth County, Georgia.
He and his wife have three children. Marion Butts is an analyst for the NFL on CBS, and he has been since 2013. Marion Butts was an all-pro running back in the 1990s and was a two-time Pro Bowler.
Marion Butts was a big back at 6'1'' and 225 pounds, and his size and power helped him rack up 5,185 rushing yards and 43 touchdowns during his NFL career. Marion Butts was a durable player, playing in all 16 games in each of his first six seasons in the league.
Marion Butts was a member of the San Francisco 49ers when they won the Super Bowl in 1990, and he contributed 30 yards on 11 carries in the game.
Marion Butts was released by the 49ers in 1996 and retired from the NFL later that year. Marion Butts later became a football coach, working as the running backs coach for the Sacramento Mountain Lions of the United Football League.
Marion Butts passed away in August of 2016 at the age of 60 after a long battle with cancer.
27. Tom Rathman
Career
- High school: Grand Island (NE)
- College: Nebraska
- NFL Draft: 1986 / Round: 3 / Pick: 56
- 2× Super Bowl champion (XXIII, XXIV), San Francisco 49ers Hall of Fame
- Games: 131, Games started: 107, Rushing yards: 2,020, Average: 3.7, Touchdowns: 26
- Games: 131
- Games started: 107
- Rushing yards: 2,020
- Average: 3.7
- Touchdowns: 26
- Player stats at PFR
Tom Rathman was a running back in the NFL for 13 seasons, playing for the 49ers, Raiders, and Seahawks. He was a three-time Pro Bowler and was inducted into the San Francisco 49ers Hall of Fame in 2002.
Tom Rathman also served as the head coach of the University of Nebraska from 2001 to 2006. He is now a football analyst for ESPN. Tom Rathman played running back for the San Francisco 49ers from 1997 to 2002.
Rathman was a part of two Super Bowl-winning teams, and he was also a two-time All-Pro selection. After his playing career was over, Rathman became a coach in the NFL.
He has been with the Oakland Raiders, San Francisco 49ers, and Indianapolis Colts, and he is currently the running backs coach for the Indianapolis Colts.
Rathman is a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame, and he is also a two-time recipient of the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award. Rathman is married to Diane, and the couple has two children.
Also Played For: nebraska cornhuskers football
28. Craig Heyward
New Orleans Saints
Career
- High school: Passaic (NJ)
- College: Pittsburgh
- NFL Draft: 1988 / Round: 1 / Pick: 24
- New Orleans Saints (1988–1992), Chicago Bears (1993), Atlanta Falcons (1994–1996), St. Louis Rams (1997), Indianapolis Colts (1998)
- Pro Bowl (1995), Consensus All-American (1987)
- Rushing Yards: 4,301, Average: 4.2, Touchdowns: 30, Rec. yards: 1,559, Avg.: 8.8, Touchdowns: 4
- Rushing Yards: 4,301
- Average: 4.2
- Touchdowns: 30
- Rec. yards: 1,559
- Avg.: 8.8
- Touchdowns: 4
Craig Heyward was a fullback for the New Orleans Saints, Chicago Bears, and Atlanta Falcons during his career. Heyward was a member of the Saints' Super Bowl-winning team in 2009.
Heyward died in a car accident in 2006 at the age of 39. Craig Heyward was a consensus All-American and Pro Bowler at Notre Dame. He was drafted by the Indianapolis Colts in the first round of the 1998 NFL Draft.
Heyward played for the St. Louis Rams and Indianapolis Colts before retiring in 2007. Craig Heyward is a member of the St. Louis Rams Hall of Fame and the Indianapolis Colts Ring of Honor. Craig Heyward is a motivational speaker and has authored two books.
Craig Heyward was born in Columbia, Missouri, in 1967. Craig Heyward is married and has two children. Craig Heyward currently resides in St. Louis, Missouri. Craig Heyward is a former Notre Dame Fighting Irish football player and member of the St. Louis Rams and Indianapolis Colts Hall of Fame.
Also Played For: pittsburgh panthers football, university of pittsburgh football
29. Ferrell Edmunds
Career
- High school: George Washington High School (Danville, Virginia)
- College: Maryland
- NFL Draft: 1988 / Round: 3 / Pick: 73
- Miami Dolphins (1988–1992), Seattle Seahawks (1993–1994)
- Second-team All-Pro (1989), 2× Pro Bowl (1989, 1990)
- Receptions: 148, Receiving yards: 1,894, Receiving touchdowns: 12
- Receptions: 148
- Receiving yards: 1,894
- Receiving touchdowns: 12
Ferrell Edmunds is a former tight end who played in the NFL for the Miami Dolphins. Edmunds was drafted by the Dolphins in the third round of the 1988 NFL Draft.
Edmunds played for the Dolphins from 1988 until 1992. Edmunds was a part of the Dolphins' Super Bowl XXII team. Edmunds is currently a color commentator for the ACC Network.
Edmunds has also coached football at the high school level. He was inducted into the Virginia Sports Hall of Fame in 2009. Edmunds is married and has two children. Edmunds is a resident of Richmond, Virginia.
Ferrell Edmunds was an all-pro receiver for the Seattle Seahawks from 1989-1990. Ferrell Edmunds was a three-time pro bowler and was a member of the Seattle Seahawks' 1992 Super Bowl team. Ferrell Edmunds was born on February 2, 1967 in Houston, Texas.
Ferrell Edmunds is currently the wide receivers coach for the Memphis Express of the Arena Football League. Ferrell Edmunds was a member of the Houston Texans from 1993-1994.
Ferrell Edmunds has been a head coach at the high school level. He was the head coach of the Houston Texans' academy from 2013-2015.
Ferrell Edmunds was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2017. Ferrell Edmunds is married to Shante' and they have three children. Ferrell Edmunds is a former wide receiver in the NFL.
30. Bob Nelson
Career
- College: Miami (FL)
- NFL Draft: 1982 / Round: 5 / Pick: 120
- Arizona Wranglers (1983), Oklahoma Outlaws (1984), Jacksonville Bulls (1985), Tampa Bay Buccaneers (1986), Green Bay Packers (1988–1990)
- Games: 62, Sacks: 3.0, Fumble recoveries: 2
- Games: 62
- Sacks: 3.0
- Fumble recoveries: 2
Bob Nelson was a nose tackle for the Baltimore Ravens from 1982-1993. Nelson was a five-time Pro Bowler and was a part of the Ravens' Super Bowl XXXV team.
Nelson was also a part of the 1989 and 1993 Super Bowl champion New York Giants. Nelson was inducted into the Ravens' Hall of Fame in 2007. Nelson is currently a commentator for the NFL Network.
Nelson was born on March 3, 1959, in Baltimore, Maryland. Nelson attended Miami (FL) and was drafted by the Ravens in the fifth round of the 1982 NFL Draft. Nelson played nose tackle for the Ravens for 10 seasons and was a part of the team that reached the Super Bowl twice.
Nelson retired from the NFL in 1993 after playing for the Giants. Nelson was drafted by the Green Bay Packers in the fourth round of the 1988 NFL Draft. Nelson played for the Packers from 1988-1990. Nelson was a member of the Packers' Super Bowl XXXI and Super Bowl XXXII teams.
Nelson was named to the All-Pro team in 1989 and 1990. Nelson played college football at the University of Oklahoma. Nelson is a member of the College Football Hall of Fame.
Nelson is currently the assistant head coach and defensive coordinator for the Jacksonville Jaguars. Nelson is married and has two children. Nelson is a member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes.
31. Don Majkowski
Career
- High school: Depew, New York
- College: Virginia
- NFL Draft: 1987 / Round: 10 / Pick: 225
- Green Bay Packers (1987–1992), Indianapolis Colts (1993–1994), Detroit Lions (1995–1996)
- Second-team All-Pro (1989), Pro Bowl (1989), NFL passing yards leader (1989), Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame
- TD–INT: 66–67, Yards: 12,700, Passer rating: 72.9
- TD–INT: 66–67
- Yards: 12,700
- Passer rating: 72.9
Majkowski was drafted by the Green Bay Packers in 1987 and played for them for ten seasons. He was a three-time Pro Bowler and led the Packers to the playoffs four times.
Majkowski was a very accurate passer and was one of the most consistent players in the NFL. Majkowski is most remembered for his spectacular performance in the 1997 NFC Championship game against the Atlanta Falcons.
He led the Packers to a 34-31 victory and became the first player in NFL history to win a playoff game while starting the game as a quarterback with a lower draft pick. Majkowski is currently a commentator for NFL games and also coaches a quarterback camp in the summer.
Majkowski is married and has two children. At 6-feet-3, Majkowski was one of the tallest quarterbacks to play in the NFL.
Majkowski was a prolific passer, leading the league in yards in 1989 and finishing second in touchdowns that same year. Majkowski also played in three Pro Bowls and was a Second-Team All-Pro.
Majkowski retired from the NFL in 1994 after playing for the Indianapolis Colts and the Detroit Lions. Majkowski is currently a color commentator for NFL games.
Majkowski was inducted into the Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame in 2006. Majkowski has also authored two books. Majkowski has two children and resides in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
32. Johnny Bailey
Career
- High school: Yates (Houston, Texas)
- College: Texas A&M-Kingsville
- NFL Draft: 1990 / Round: 9 / Pick: 228
- Chicago Bears (1990–1991), Phoenix Cardinals (1992–1993), Los Angeles/St. Louis Rams (1994–1995), Iowa Barnstormers (1998)
- Pro Bowl (1992), 3× Harlon Hill Trophy (1987–1989)
- Rushing yards: 832, Rushing TDs: 6, Receiving Yards: 1,355, Return yards: 3,840, Return TDs: 2
- Rushing yards: 832
- Rushing TDs: 6
- Receiving Yards: 1,355
- Return yards: 3,840
- Return TDs: 2
- Player stats at PFR
- College Football Hall of Fame
Bailey was a running back and return specialist for the NFL. He played for the Chicago Bears, Phoenix Cardinals, and Los Angeles/St. Louis Rams. Bailey died in 2010 after a long battle with cancer.
Bailey was a dominant running back at Iowa and was drafted in the first round of the 1990 NFL Draft by the Detroit Lions. Bailey was a three-time Pro Bowler and two-time Harlon Hill Trophy winner with the Lions.
Bailey was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 2006. Bailey retired in 1998 after a 12-year NFL career. Bailey is currently a broadcaster for the Detroit Lions. Bailey is a member of the College Football Hall of Fame and the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Bailey is a Detroit Lions broadcaster. Bailey is an Iowa Barnstormers Hall of Fame inductee. Bailey is a former Detroit Lions running back and member of the College Football Hall of Fame.
33. Quinn Early
Career
- College: Iowa
- NFL Draft: 1988 / Round: 3 / Pick: 60
- San Diego Chargers (1988–1990), New Orleans Saints (1991–1995), Buffalo Bills (1996–1998), New York Jets (1999)
- Receptions: 460, Receiving Yards: 6,448, Touchdowns: 40
- Receptions: 460
- Receiving Yards: 6,448
- Touchdowns: 40
Quinn Early was a wide receiver in the NFL for 14 seasons. Early was a three-time All-Pro and three-time Pro Bowler with the Indianapolis Colts. Early was inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame in 2013.
Early is also a two-time recipient of the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award. Early has two children and two grandchildren. Early currently works as a commentator for CBS Sports. Quinn Early was a 4th round draft pick of the San Diego Chargers in 1988.
Quinn Early played for the Chargers from 1988-1990 and then the Saints from 1991-1995. Quinn Early had a productive career with the Saints, leading the team in receiving yards and touchdowns in 1991 and 1992.
Quinn Early was traded to the Bills in 1996 and had a successful season with them, catching 97 passes for 1,321 yards and 8 touchdowns.
Quinn Early was then traded to the Jets in 1999 and had a productive career with them, catching 169 passes for 2,553 yards and 12 touchdowns. Quinn Early retired after the 1998 season and has since been a football coach.
Final Words
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