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Pro Football Hall of Famers by jersey numbers

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The Pro Football Hall of Fame inductions take place this week in Canton, OH. Take a look at the players who have earned enshrinement by their jersey number. Numerous players wore multiple numbers because they played on more than one team. Hence, more than one mention, some appears many times..

00 Jim Otto

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The great Jim Otto (second from left). He was a Raider from 1960-74, playing 210 games in the famed double zero at center. He started every game over the last nine seasons he was with the team. A fun fact is Otto somehow had one catch for five yards in a 1972 playoff game.

0 Wilbur “Pete” Henry

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Wilbur Henry played eight seasons. His HOF bio brags that he once hit a 94-yard punt!

1 Jim Thorpe leads eight

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One of the all-time legends, Jim Thorpe tops this group that includes Jimmy Conzelman, Paddy Driscoll, Ray Flaherty, Benny Friedman, Curly Lambeau, Warren Moon, and Art Pollard.

2 Charlie Trippi heads quartet

 

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Charlie Trippi threw for more than 2,500 yards and rushed for more than 3,500. He is joined by Paddy Driscoll, Walt Kieseling and “Link” Lyman.

3 Bronko Nagurski heads quartet

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Bronco Nagurski is one of the legends of the game. He is joined by an elite kicker in Jan Stenerud, Jim Thorpe and Tony Canadeo.

4  Favre, Leemans, Nevers

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Brett Favre is the leader in this trio with Tuffy Leemans and another great, Ernie Nevers. Favre threw for 71,838 yards and 508 TDs.

5 Morten Andersen, Paul Hornung, George McAfee

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Morten Andersen got his kicks for years and years. He accounted for 2,544 points on 849 PATs and 565 FGs in a career that spanned 1982-2007 and saw him play for five teams.

6 Ray Flaherty, Benny Friedman

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Benny Friedman is considered the NFL’s first great passer. Following the 1928 season New York Giants owner Tim Mara purchased the Detroit franchise just to secure the services of Friedman. Try that today! Ray Flaherty was 80-37-5 with two titles as a coach.

7 Elway heads septet

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Fitting that seven players are in the HOF with the number seven. Morten Andersen, again, Dutch Clark, John Elway, George Halas, Mel Hein Ace Parker and Bob Waterfield comprise the group.

8 Troy Aikman heads sextet

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Dallas Cowboys great Troy Aikman leads the way and is in good company with Morten Andersen, again, Ray Guy, Tommmy McDonald, Larry Wilson and Steve Young.

9 Sonny Jurgensen, Steve Owen

Washington Redskins great Sonny Jurgensen and New York Giants legend Steve Owen are the nines. Owen was captain of a 1927 Giants team that held its foes to 20 total points. Some teams score that in a season now.

10 Fran Tarkenton heads quartet

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The scrambling man, Fran Tarkenton leads the 10s. He is joined by Johnny McNally, Jan Stenerud and Kurt Warner.

11 Norm Van Brocklin leads sextet

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Norm Van Brocklin was a fighter for the Rams and Eagles. The QB and coach once threw for 554 yards in a single game. Ernie Nevers is here, too, along with Ken Strong, Fritz Pollard, Joe Guyon, “Link” Lyman.

12 Bradshaw, Stabler, Staubach head octet

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Such great quarterbacks have worn the No. 12. Terry Bradshaw and his four Super Bowls, Ken Stabler, Roger Staubach, Joe Namath, maestro of the Super Bowl III shocker, Bob Griese, Arnie Herber and “Link” Lyman, once again.

13 Marino, Warner head septet

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The No. 13 is supposed to be unlucky. It wasn’t for these players. Dan Marino and Kurt Warner head the way along with Guy Chamberlin, Wilbur “Pete” Henry, Don Maynard, who played for the Giants and Jets, Joe Stydahar and George Trafton.

14 Dan Fouts, Y.A. Tittle head group of 8

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Dan Fouts was a Charger great was the wing of Air Coryell. Y.A. Tittle, Fred Biletnikoff, the Raiders’ great wideout, Don Hutson and Curley Lambeau, two Packer legends, “Link” Lyman and Johnny McNally all did the No. 14 proud.

15 Bart Starr, Steve Van Buren, John McNally

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Bart Starr quarterbacked the Packers to the first two Super Bowl championships in a stellar career. Steve Van Buren was an elite running back, who piled up 5,860 yards in eight seasons, and Johnny McNally is back again.

16 Joe Montana heads group of 10

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One of the all-time legends among legends, Joe Montana leads a group at 16. Others among the 49ers great are Len Dawson, George Blanda, Frank Gifford, Arnie Herber, Ed Healey, Walt Kiesling, George Musso, Bronco Nagurski and Ken Stabler, who wore the digits in his final three seasons with the New Orleans Saints.

17 Badgro, Edwards, Friedman

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Turk Edwards played nine seasons. His career had a bizarre ending. A 60-minute man, Edwards was injured at a coin-tossing ceremony prior to a game against the New York Giants in the 1940 season. After calling the coin toss and shaking hands with the opposing team captain, Edwards attempted to pivot around to head back to his sideline. However, his cleats caught in the grass and his oft-injured knee gave way, bringing his season and career to an end. He is joined by Red Badgro and Benny Friedman.

18 Len Dawson, Emmitt Thomas head sextet

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Len Dawson and Emmitt Thomas were Kansas City Chiefs greats. Dawson wore No. 18 when he was Cleveland Brown for two seasons. Fortunately, he switched to 16 as a Chief. That meant the number was for the taking in 1966 when Thomas joined the team. Pete Henry, Charley Joiner, Walt Kiesling and Randy Moss also wore the number at one point or another in their careers.

19 Johnny Unitas, Lance Alworth head sextet

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Two of the best at their craft, Johnny Unitas and Lance Alworth are at the 19 stop. Unitas actually finished his career as a Charger while “Bambi” Alworth made his name with the Bolts, catching 493 passes for San Diego and averaging almost 20 yards per grab. Joe Montana wore 19 as a Chief. Jack Christiansen, Ray Flaherty and Mike Michalske also are in this pack.

20 Barry Sanders leads gaggle of 11

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The incomparable Barry Sanders heads a crowded house at 11. Another Lions great Lem Barney is here, too. Among the others are Paul Krause, Ty Law, Mel Renfro, new inductee Ed Reed, Cliff Battles, “Paddy” Driscoll, Ray Flaherty (again), Curly Lambeau, Wilbur “Pete” Henry, again.

21 LaDainian Tomlinson, Deion Sanders and 3 others

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Two of the best are LaDainian Tomlinson and Deion Sanders. They were elite in their HOF careers. Dan Fortmann, Benny Friedman and Jim Thorpe also wore 21 at one time or another.

22 Emmitt Smith heads group of 13


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Dallas running back Emmitt Smith leads a large group at 22. Another Cowboy, Bob Hayes, also wore double deuces during his HOF career. Toss in George Blanda, Mike Hayes, Paul Krause, Ty Law, Bobby Layne, James Lofton, Mike Michalske, Ernie Nevers, Ed Reed, who wore 22, as a Jet at the end of his career, Roger Wehrli and Frank “Gunner” Gatski and

23 Guy Chamberlin

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Guy Chamberlin stands alone at 23. He was a player-coach of four championship teams.

24 Willie Wood, Champ Bailey and 6 others

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DBs dominate at 24. Willie Wood was a stalwart on Vince Lombardi’s great GB title teams. Champ Bailey starred for the Redskins and Broncos. The Raiders’ Willie Brown also was a secondary star. Add in Lenny Moore, Lance Alworth, Jack Christiansen, Ty Law and Johnny McNally for a star-studded number.

25 Fred Biletnikoff and 4 others

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Fred Biletnikoff wore the Silver and Black with pride. He caught 589 passes, including 76 for touchdowns. Walt Kiesling, “Bruiser” Kinard, Tommy McDonald and Norm Van Brocklin complete the quintet.

26 Herb Adderley, Rod Woodson head sextet

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More wonderful DBS — these numbers are their domain — as Herb Adderley, who patrolled the secondary in GB with Willie Wood, and Rod Woodson are recognized. Ty Law and Paul Krause are back, along with “Paddy” Driscoll and Benny Friedman.

27 Ken Houston and Cal Hubbard

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Ken Houston played 14 seasons and was traded to the Washington Redskins for five players in 1973. Cal Hubbard was a star on the great Giants defensive team in 1927.

28 Darrell Green, Curtis Martin and 3 others

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Darrell Green was one of the fastest players to don a uniform. Curtis Martin was class personified during his career with the Pats and Jets. Marshall Faulk, Mike Michalske and DB and punter extraordinaire Yale Lary earned fame in 28.

29 Eric Dickerson heads quintet

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Eric Dickerson rode the “Pony Express” at SMU to NFL glory with the Colts and Rams. He is joined by Tommy McDonald, Ken Houston, Ray Flaherty, and Red Badgro.

30 Terrell Davis and Bill Willis head quintet


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Terrell Davis had one of the shorter careers of all Hall of Famers. He played four full seasons and parts of three others. Clarke Hinkle, Bill Willis, Ollie Matson and Alex Wojciehowicz fill out the 30 quintet.

31 Jim Taylor, Mike Michalske, Ace Parker

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Jim Taylor was a tough and rugged running for the great Green Bay Packers teams.

32 Marcus Allen, Jim Brown, Franco Harris, 2 others

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Jim Brown, Marcus Allen, Franco Harris three of the best running backs in NFL history. They were a combination of everything a back needed. Add in “Red” Badgro and the disgraced O.J. Simpson.

33 Sammy Baugh, Ollie Matson, 4 others

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Slingin’ Sammy Baugh whipped passes with the best of them. Ollie Matson was a dominant running back as was Tony Dorsett. Ray Nitschke wore 33 as a rookie in GB before doubling up to 66. And O.J. Simpson and Mike Michaelske.

Slingin’ Sammy Baugh whipped passes with the best of them. Ollie Matson was a dominant running back as was Tony Dorsett. Ray Nitschke wore 33 as a rookie in GB before doubling up to 66. And O.J. Simpson and Mike Michaelske.

34 Walter Payton, Earl Campbell, 3 others

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The greats of the great are Walter “Sweetness” Payton and Earl Campbell. Talk about exceptional running backs. And you can add more with Thurman Thomas, Joe Perry and Franco Harris.

35 John Henry Johnson, Aeneas Williams lead sextet

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John Henry Johnson rushed for 6,803 yards and 48 TDs in 12 seasons. Earl “The Tyler Rose” Campbell, “Bullet” Bill Dudley, Walt Kiesling , Pete Pihos, and Aeneas Williams wore 35.

36 Jerome Bettis leads sextet

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Jerome “The Bus” Bettis starred for the Steelers. He was a physical force at RB. He is joined at 36 by Cal Hubbard, Mike Michalske, Marion Motley, Steve Owen, and O.J. Simpson.

37 Jimmy Johnson, Doak Walker, 1 other

 

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Doak Walker was an elite player who rushed, passed, caught passes, returned kicks and punts, plackicked, punted and played defense. Whew. Jimmy Johnson was a wonderful DB for the 49ers. Deion Sanders wore 37 in his final two seasons as a Raven.

38 Arnie Herber and Cal Hubbard

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Arnie Herber played 13 seasons and threw 81 TD passes, especially as a New York Giant and Green Bay Packer. Cal Hubbard was all-NFL in six of his nine seasons.

Arnie Herber played 13 seasons and threw 81 TD passes. Cal Hubbard was all-NFL in six of his nine seasons.

39 Larry Csonka, Hugh McElhenny and 2 others

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Larry Csonka and Hugh McElhenny rushed for more than 13,000 yards together in their careers. Clarke Hinkle and Cal Hubbard round out the quartet.

40 Gale Sayers, Elroy Hirsch, 5 others

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The “Kansas Comet” Gale Sayers had his career ruined by a knee injury. He was one of the most remarkable players the league had seen. Brilliant speed and slashing style. Elroy “Crazy Legs” Hirsch wore one of the best nicknames in football history. Wayne Millner starred at Notre Dame and caught 124 passes in seven NFL seasons. He caught two TD passes in the 1937 NFL Championship.

41 Clarke Hinkle and 2 others

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Clarke Hinkle played 10 seasons, rushed for more than 3,800 yards and scored 379 points. He is joined by Arnie Herber and Cal Hubbard.

42 Ronnie Lott, Paul Warfield and 4 others

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One of the toughest DBs in the game was Ronnie Lott from USC. He was a key part of the Niners’ dynasty seasons. On the offensive side in Cleveland and Miami, Paul Warfield was a gazelle, a splendid wide receiver. Grace personified. Johnny Robinson, an LSU and Chief great, is a member of this year’s class. Sid Luckman was a star of stars in the years he played. Charlie Taylor excelled for the Redskins. Leo Nomellini made 10 Pro Bowls in his 14 seasons.

43 None

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44 John Riggins, Floyd Little, Dick Lebeau, 8 others

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45 Kenny Easley, Emlen Tunnell, Bill Willis

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Kenny Easley starred in Seattle out of UCLA. Emlen Tunnell enjoyed a great career with the New York Giants and Bill Willis was all NFL from 1950-53.

46 Lou Groza

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Lou Groza spent years as a kicker for the Browns in No. 76. But he wore No. 46 until 1951.

47 Mel Blount

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48 Les Richter

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The Rams went all out to get Les Richter, trading 11 players to acquire him. His HOF bust is flanked by his son and daughter in the photo.

49 Bobby Mitchell and Walt Kiesling

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Bobby Mitchell played 11 seasons, had more than 14,000 combined yards, scored 91 touchdowns and made four Pro Bowls.

50 Mike Singletary and 5 others

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Great Bears linebacker heads up this six pack, which also features Len Ford, Jim Otto, who did not always wear 00, Steve Owen, Ken Strong and Alex Wojciechowicz.

51 Dick Butkus and 2 others

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Another fierce Chicago Bears linebacker tops the trio at 51. Dick Butkus was one of the most rugged players in NFL history. He is joined by Cal Hubbard and Packers legendary center Jim Ringo, who made 10 Pro Bowls in 15 seasons.

52 Mike Webster, Ray Lewis and 2 others

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A gamer was Mike Webster, who played center for the Pittsburgh Steelers. Ray Lewis was one of the more feared linebackers of his time with the Ravens. Robert Gatski played in seven Pro Bowls over 10 seasons. “Gunner” Gatski made four Pro Bowls in his career.

53 Len Ford, Mick Tingelhoff and 3 others

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Mick Tingelhoff was a legendary center for the Minnesota Vikings. He played in 240 games over 17 seasons. Others at 53 are the Giants’ Harry Carson, Len Ford, and Alex Wojciechowicz, again.

54 Brian Urlacher, Randy White and Jim Ringo

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Two huge names are on the roster at 54. Brian Urlacher is another Bears MLB who had a HOF career. Randy White, “The Manster” dominated for Dallas. Jim Ringo also wore these digits.

55 Junior Seau, Steve Owen, and 5 others.

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The late Junior Seau was remarkable in his career that spanned 20 seasons. He had 56 sacks, 18 interceptions and was a devastating defender. Surprisingly, Tom Fears wore 55, though he is best known as a receiver. Jason Taylor went from double nines to double nickels for a year in Washington in his career. Derrick Brooks and Chris Hanburger were another pair or sterling linebackers and leaders. Johnny McNally and Steve Owen appears numerous times due to their numerous numbers.

56 Lawrence Taylor and 6 others

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Lawrence Taylor is arguably the greatest linebacker in NFL history. He is joined at 56 by Joe Schmidt, Andre Tippett, Bill Hewitt, Chris Doleman, Dante Lavelli, and Ted Henricks, who wore 56 for the 1974 season in Green Bay.

57 Rickey Jackson, Dwight Stephenson, John McNally

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Rickey Jackson was the star of stars for the Saints’ linebacking corps for 13 of his 15 NFL seasons. Dwight Stephenson was the anchor in the middle of the Dolphins’ offensive line and Johnny McNally has appeared numerous times.

58 Jack Lambert, Derrick Thomas

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Two tremendous linebackers share the 58 slot. Jack Lambert was ferocious for the Steelers. A scary, dominant player. Derrick Thomas had his life cut short far too soon. He starred for the Chiefs.

59 Jack Ham

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The lone 59 was another great player who played linebacker for the Steelers, Jack Ham. He came to Pittsburgh from Penn State and was a huge part of the Nittany Lions being known as Linebacker U.

60 Chuck Bednarik and 3 others

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One of — if not the — hardest hits in NFL history was Chuck Bednarik’s shot that flatted Frank Gifford. He was a 60-minute man in Philly. Otto Graham wore 60 and 14 and sometimes wore one jersey under the other. Dick Stanfel and Bill Willis round out the quartet.

61 Bill George and Curley Culp

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Bill George and Curley Culp were two fierce defensive players.

62 Jim Langer and Charley Trippi

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Jim Langer was a mainstay of the Miami Dolphins’ offensive line. Charley Trippi played 99 games over nine seasons when QBs wore much higher numbers.

63 Willie Lanier, Gene Upshaw and 5 others

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Willie Lanier was a Chiefs MLB and Gene Upshaw was a Raider lineman and they met many times in AFC West battles. Dermontti Dawson, Mike Munchak, Lee Roy Selmon, Dick Stanfel and Y.A. Tittle wore the digits. Tittle wore 63 and 64 despite being a QB way early in his career.

64 Jerry Kramer, Randall McDaniel and 4 others

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The great Green Bay Packer offensive lineman Jerry Kramer and Viking OL Randall McDaniel top the charts at 64. DeLamielleure was part of the Electric Company in Buffalo. George Blanda wore the un-quarterbacklike number as did Y.A. Tittle. Dave “The Intimidiator” Wilcox completes the group.

65 Tom Mack, Gary Zimmerman, Elvin Bethea

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Two offensive linemen, Gary Zimmerman and Tom Mack, check in at 65 with defensive force Elvin Bethea.

66 Gene Hickerson, Ray Nitschke, 4 others

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Old-school greats Gene Hickerson, a Browns OL, and Ray Nitschke, a Packer LB, lead the six-pack at 66. They are joined by the Dolphins’ Larry Little and Nick Buoniconti, Billy Shaw and Clyde “Bulldog” Turner.

67 Les Richter

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Les Richter stands alone at 67. He played nine seasons. The Rams actually traded 11 players to obtain his rights! He is alone at two numbers.

68 Russ Grimm, Kevin Mawae, 2 others

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Russ Grimm was one of the biggest Hogs for Washington. Kevin Mawae will be inducted this season. He played for the Seahawks and Jets. Joe DeLamielleure and Will Shields round up the list at 68.

69 None

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Should be saved for Rob Gronkowski…

70 Sam Huff, Rayfield Wright, 3 others

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Sam Huff was one of the best linebackers of his generation. Rayfield Wright starred for the Cowboys after shifting from tight end as a rookie. Art Donovan was a legend, on and off the field. Ernie Stautner is associated in many ways with the Cowboys and Mike McCormack was a playing great who coached the Eagles.

71 Walter Jones, Fred Dean, 3 others

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72 Dan Dierdorf, Henry Jordan and 2 others

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73 John Hannah, Ron Yary and 5 others

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74 Bob Lilly, Merlin Olsen and 6 others

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Bob Lilly was the first truly huge star for the Dallas Cowboys. Merlin Olsen was on the Rams’ “Fearsome Foursome,” was a broadcaster and sold a ton of flowers as an FTD spokesman.

75 Joe Greene and 4 others

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“Mean” Joe Greene was a legend for the Pittsburgh Steelers and in Coca-Cola commercials. Jonathan Ogden, Forrest Gregg, Deacon Jones, Howie Long and Gino Marchetti also were plays to wear 75 in HOF careers.

76 Orlando Pace, Bob Brown and 3 others

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Orlando Pace was the first overall pick in 1997. He made Pro Bowls in seven of his 13 seasons. Bob Brown had the distinction of wearing 76 for three teams, the Eagles, Rams and Raiders. Lou Creekmur, Lou Groza and Marion Motley all wore 76, too.

77 Red Grange, Jim Parker, Willie Roaf and 4 others

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Red Grange was the “Galloping Ghost.” A legend that carries a splendid nickname. Willie Roaf and Jim Parker were brilliant linemen as was Ron Mix. “Link” Lyman played 11 seasons. Curley Culp and Willie Davis spent time in No. 77.

78 Bobby Bell, Curley Culp and 5 others

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Bobby Bell starred for the Chiefs at linebacker and Curley Culp did the same for KC on the D-line. Bruce Smith was wonderful for the Buffalo Bills, picking up 171 of his 200 career sacks there. Jackie Slater, Anthony Munoz and Art Shell were three fabulous linemen on the other side of the ball. Stan Jones played for the Bears and Redskins.

79 Roosevelt Brown, Bob St. Clair, Forrest Gregg

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Roosevelt Brown is the most unlikely HOFer. How about a 27th round pick? Those are some long odds to overcome on the way to Canton, but the Giants’ star did.

80 Jerry Rice, Tom Fears, Steve Largent and 8 others

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The G.O.A.T. at WR is Jerry Rice. His stats are incomparable: 1,281 receptions, 19,257 yards and 176 touchdowns. Among the others in this group Jack Butler, Cris Carter, Tom Fears, Len Ford, Steve Largent, James Lofton and Kellen Winslow round up a great group.

81 Carl Eller, Art Monk, Terrell Owens, head group of 12

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Carl Eller was one of the Vikings’ Famed “Purple People Eaters.” At wideout, Art Monk and Terrell Owens were a nightmare for secondaries. Doug Atkins was a Bears legend. Tim Brown went from Notre Dame to star for the Raiders. Randy Moss wore multiple numbers, of course. George Connor, Deacon Jones, “Night Train” Lane, Andy Robustelli, Shannon Sharpe, and Jackie Smith round it out.

82 Raymond Berry, Ozzy Newsome head quintet

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Raymond Berry and Johnny Unitas were quite the combination in Baltimore. Ozzy Newsome was a generational tight end. Shannon Sharpe spent time in 82 and as did Alan Page and Steelers great John Stallworth.

83 Ted Hendricks, Andre Reed head quartet

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Had to love the “Mad Stork” Ted Hendricks, one unique cat who starred for the Raiders. Andre Reed of the Bills, Doug Atkins and Len Ford check in here, too.

84 Randy Moss, Shannon Sharpe head quartet


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Randy Moss tops the package at 84. He is joined by another great talker, Shannon Sharpe, Andy Robustelli and Andre Reed.

85 Jack Youngblood, Nick Buoniconti head quartet

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Jack Youngblood once played in a Pro Bowl with a broken leg. That’s grit. Nick Buoniconti was a cerebral linebacker for the great Dolphins teams and Art Monk came to the Redskins via White Plains HS and Syracuse. Interesting bit of trivia here as Dallas lineman Rayfield Wright wore No. 85 as a rookie before shifting positions.

86 Buck Buchanan, Dante Lavelli, James Lofton

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Buck Buchanan was a fierce defensive tackle for the Chiefs at 6-foot-7, 270, before the size was the norm. Dante Lavelli had 386 catches in 11 seasons and James Lofton also was gifted with great hands.

87 Dave Casper, Claude Humphrey, Willie Davis

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An All-World tight end in Dave Casper, he of the Holy Roller fame, and defensive ends Willie Davis and Claude Humphrey of the Falcons wore 87 with pride.

88 Tony Gonzalez, Michael Irvin head nine

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Talk about gifted hands: Tony Gonzalez, a new inductee, the glib Michael Irvin, Cris Carter, John Mackey, Marvin Harrison, Charlie Sanders and Lynn Swann would make quarterbacks confident. On defense there was Notre Dame and Vikings star Alan Page.

89 Mike Dikta, John Mackey head quintet

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Premier tight ends in John Mackey, Mike Ditka and three defenders pop in at 89. Dave Robinson wore the unfamiliar number for a linebacker in Green Bay. Willie Davis also played for the Packers, Geno Marchetti was as tough as they came for the Colts and went into fast-food after his career.

90 None

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91 Kevin Greene, Reggie White

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Reggie White spent much of his career in 92, so we will pay homage to Kevin Greene here. The one-time WCW wrestler also had 160 sacks for four teams.

92 Reggie White, Michael Strahan

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Players who knew how to sack the QB better than just about any, Michael Strahan and Reggie White are at 92. They combined for 339.5 sacks and led the league a combined four times.

93 John Randle

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John Randle of the Vikings and Seahawks rules the No. 93 slot solot. Randle had 137.5 sacks in his career.

94 Charles Haley

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Charles Haley played 12 seasons and had 100.5 sacks. He is the first player in NFL history to win five Super Bowls.

95 Richard Dent, Charles Hayley

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Richard Dent of the Bears and Charley Hayley, of many Super Bowl rings, wore 95.

96 Richard Dent, Cortez Kennedy

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Two legendary defensive linemen, Richard Dent of the Bears, and Cortez Kennedy of the Seahawks, spent time in No. 96.

97 None

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98 Mike Ditka

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Mike Ditka is better known for 89, but he wore 98 in 1967 as an Eagle before switching back to 89 in 1968 in Philly.

99 Jason Taylor, Cortez Kennedy head quartet

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Jason Taylor of the Dolphins, Cortez Kennedy of the Seahawks, Dan Hampton of the Bears and Warren Sapp make for a fearsome foursome of defensive linemen at 99.

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