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Who Was The Chicago Bears Running Back Nicknamed “Sweetness”?

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Which Cowboys Running Back Won The 1977 NFL MVP And Helped Dallas Win Super Bowl XII?

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Which Running Back Won The 1973 NFL MVP After A Record-Breaking Season With The Bills?

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Which Quarterback Led The 49ers To Four Super Bowl Titles In The 1980s-90s?

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Which Dolphins Quarterback Set A Single-Season Passing Yardage Record In 1984?

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Which Wide Receiver Became The NFL’s All-Time Receiving Leader After A Legendary 49ers Career?

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Which Cleveland Browns Running Back Retired Early Yet Finished As A Rushing Legend?

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Which Cowboys Running Back Became The NFL’s Career Rushing Leader After The 1990s?

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Which Bills Quarterback Led Buffalo To Four Straight Super Bowls?

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Which Packers Quarterback Won Three Straight NFL MVP Awards In The Mid-1990s?

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Which Vikings Defensive Tackle Was Part Of The “Purple People Eaters”?

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Which Broncos Quarterback Was Nicknamed “The Duke” And Led Multiple Late-Game Comebacks?

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Which Steelers Defensive Tackle Was Nicknamed “Mean Joe”?

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Which Packers Linebacker Was A 1960s Icon Known For Relentless Toughness?

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Which Cowboys Coach Was Known For Wearing A Trademark Fedora On The Sidelines?

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Which Steelers Linebacker Wore Number 58 And Was Known For His Toothless Snarl?

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Which Packers Quarterback Won The First-Ever Super Bowl MVP Award?

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Which Redskins Running Back Powered Washington To A Super Bowl Title With A Famous Tough Running Style?

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Which 49ers Quarterback Also Won A Super Bowl MVP And Was Known For His Left Arm?

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Which Dolphins Linebacker Became A Legend For His Heart And Leadership In The 1970s?

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Which Patriots Linebacker Was A Tough Team Leader And A Longtime New England Icon?

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Which Packers Quarterback Led Green Bay To Super Bowl I And II Titles?

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Which Raiders Running Back Won Super Bowl MVP After Returning From Injury In The 1983 Season?

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Which Seahawks Receiver Became Known For Precise Routes And Quiet Greatness In The 1980s?

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Which Cowboys Quarterback Led Dallas To Three Super Bowl Wins In The 1990s?

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Which Raiders Defensive End Became A TV Analyst And Starred In The 1980s?

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Which Cleveland Browns Quarterback Was Under Center During The Team’s 1980s “The Drive” And “The Fumble” Era?

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Which Giants Quarterback Won Super Bowl XXI And Delivered A Near-Perfect Passing Day?

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Which Colts Quarterback Was Famous For A Strong Arm And Leading The “Greatest Game Ever Played” Era?

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Which Rams Running Back Set A Rookie Rushing Record And Later Starred For The Colts Too?

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Which Bears Linebacker Was A 1960s Defensive Superstar Known For Ferocious Hits?

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Which 49ers Receiver Caught A Super Bowl-Winning Touchdown Against The Bengals In Super Bowl XXIII?

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Which Defensive Star Was Known As “LT” For The New York Giants?

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Which Lions Running Back Was Famous For Unreal Quick Cuts And Highlight Runs In The 1990s?

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Which Steelers Running Back Helped Pittsburgh Win Four Super Bowls In The 1970s?

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Which Steelers Quarterback Captained Pittsburgh To Four Super Bowl Titles In The 1970s?

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Which Cowboys Quarterback Was Nicknamed “Captain America” And Played In The 1970s?

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Which Chiefs Running Back Was Known For His Powerful Style And Nickname “Nigerian Nightmare”?

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Which 1985 Bears Linebacker Became The Face Of The “Monsters Of The Midway” Defense?

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Which Chargers Quarterback Led “Air Coryell” And Put Up Massive Passing Numbers?

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Which Cowboys Receiver Formed “The Triplets” With Emmitt Smith And Troy Aikman?

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Which Titans/Oilers Quarterback Was One Of The Great Deep Passers And A CFL Star Before The NFL?

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Who Was The Bills Star Defensive End That Still Ranks Among The NFL’s Sack Leaders?

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Which Eagles Defensive End Was Nicknamed The “Minister Of Defense”?

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Which Cowboys Defensive Tackle Nicknamed “The Manster” Was A Doomsday Defense Star?

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Which Vikings Quarterback Was A 1970s Star And Later Coached The Cardinals?

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Which Oilers Running Back Won MVP In 1979 And Was Famous For His Bruising “Tyler Rose” Style?

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Which Saints Linebacker Was A Fearsome 1990s Pass Rusher And Part Of The “Dome Patrol”?

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Which 49ers Safety Anchored The Defense In The 1980s With Massive Hits And Big Plays?

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Which Broncos Safety Became Famous For A Devastating Hit In Super Bowl XXXII?

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Which Cardinals And Redskins Cornerback Was A 1990s Ballhawk And Hall Of Famer?

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Which Redskins Cornerback Was Known For Elite Speed And Longtime Greatness In Washington?

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Which Jets Quarterback Famously “Guaranteed” A Super Bowl III Win?

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Which Dolphins Quarterback Led An Undefeated Season Team In 1972?

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Which Dolphins Coach Won The Most Games In NFL History?

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Which Steelers Coach Led Pittsburgh’s 1970s Dynasty To Four Super Bowl Wins?

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Which 49ers Coach Popularized The West Coast Offense And Won Multiple Titles In San Francisco?

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Which Redskins Coach Won Three Super Bowls With Three Different Starting Quarterbacks?

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Which Bears Coach Led Chicago To A Super Bowl Win In The 1985 Season?

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Which Raiders Coach Won Super Bowls With The Raiders In Two Different Decades?

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Which Bills Coach Led Buffalo To Four Straight Super Bowls In The Early 1990s?

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Which Broncos Coach Won Back-To-Back Super Bowls In The Late 1990s?

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Which Rams Defensive End Played With A Broken Leg In The 1979 Playoffs?

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Which Vikings Safety Was A Hard-Hitting Defensive Leader In The Late 1980s?

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Which Seahawks Safety Won Defensive Player Of The Year And Was A Key 1980s Star?

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Which Packers Running Back Was Nicknamed “The Golden Boy” And Won The 1962 NFL MVP?

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Which Bears Running Back Was Nicknamed “The Kansas Comet”?

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Which Cowboys Defensive End Was Nicknamed “Too Tall”?

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Which Saints Linebacker Won AP Defensive Player Of The Year In 1991 After Leading The NFL In Sacks?

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Which Chiefs Linebacker Recorded Seven Sacks In A Single Game And Became A 1990s Legend?

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Which Steelers Linebacker Was Known For Smooth Coverage And Starred On The 1970s “Steel Curtain”?

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Which Giants Linebacker Captained The 1980s Defense And Popularized The “Gatorade Shower” Tradition?

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Which 49ers Running Back Was The First Player With 1,000 Rushing And 1,000 Receiving Yards In A Season?

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Which Bills Receiver Was Jim Kelly’s Go-To Target And A Hall Of Fame Star?

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Which Vikings Receiver Made Spectacular Sideline Catches And Later Became A Hall Of Famer?

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Which 49ers Receiver Made The Famous 1981 Play Known Simply As “The Catch”?

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Which Steelers Receiver Was Known For Acrobatics And Made Iconic Super Bowl Catches In The 1970s?

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Which Steelers Receiver Opposite Lynn Swann Also Became A Hall Of Famer?

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Which Washington Receiver Became The First Player With 900 Career Receptions?

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Which Chargers Tight End Was A Record-Setting Receiver And A Favorite Target In “Air Coryell”?

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Which Cleveland Browns Running Back Dominated The 1960s And Retired As A Rushing Legend?

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Which Dolphins Fullback Was A Key Part Of The 1972 Undefeated Team’s Running Game?

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Which Dolphins Running Back Paired With Csonka And Scored In Super Bowl VII?

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Which Cowboys Defensive Back Was Famous For Big Hits And A “Playmaker” Reputation In The 1990s?

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Which Raiders Safety Was Nicknamed “The Assassin” For His Hard-Hitting Style?

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Which Raiders Cornerback Opposite Lester Hayes Was A Hall Of Fame Shutdown Defender In The 1980s?

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Which Steelers Cornerback Later Won A Super Bowl With The Ravens And Excelled As A Versatile DB?

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Which Raiders Quarterback Was Nicknamed “The Snake”?

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Which Falcons Cornerback Was Nicknamed “Prime Time” And Excelled As A Punt Returner Too?

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Which Raiders Cornerback Was Known For Stickum, Interceptions, And A Record 13 Picks In 1980?

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Barry Sanders
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Walter Payton
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Franco Harris
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Earl Campbell

Walter Payton starred for the Bears and became an all-time rushing icon known as “Sweetness.”
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Walter Payton
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Earl Campbell
3
Eric Dickerson
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Tony Dorsett

Tony Dorsett brought explosive speed to Dallas, earning MVP honors and helping secure a championship.
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Gale Sayers
2
Tony Dorsett
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Eric Dickerson
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O.J. Simpson

O.J. Simpson rushed for 2,000 yards in a 14-game season, a historic feat for Buffalo.
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Dan Marino
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Warren Moon
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Joe Montana
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Jim Kelly

Joe Montana won four Super Bowls with the 49ers and became a defining clutch quarterback.
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Troy Aikman
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Steve Young
3
Dan Marino
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John Elway

Dan Marino’s 1984 season rewrote passing standards, shattering records and making Miami’s offense must-watch football weekly.
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Cris Carter
2
Michael Irvin
3
Jerry Rice
4
Art Monk

Jerry Rice dominated with San Francisco, setting long-standing NFL records for catches, yards, touchdowns, and longevity.
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Tony Dorsett
2
Jim Brown
3
O.J. Simpson
4
Eric Dickerson

Jim Brown dominated the 1960s, led the league repeatedly, then retired after the 1965 season.
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Curtis Martin
2
Thurman Thomas
3
Marcus Allen
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Emmitt Smith

Emmitt Smith powered Dallas’s dynasty and later became the NFL’s all-time leading rusher, surpassing Walter Payton.
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Steve Young
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Ken Stabler
3
Jim Kelly
4
Brett Favre

Jim Kelly ran the Bills’ no-huddle attack and guided Buffalo to four consecutive Super Bowl trips.
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Boomer Esiason
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Brett Favre
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Joe Theismann
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Dan Fouts

Brett Favre’s arm talent and toughness fueled Green Bay’s resurgence and earned three straight MVPs.
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Merlin Olsen
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Alan Page
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Mean Joe Greene
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Warren Sapp

Alan Page starred for Minnesota’s famed “Purple People Eaters” and later became an NFL MVP.
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Ken Anderson
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Terry Bradshaw
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John Elway
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Roger Staubach

John Elway became famous for dramatic comebacks and later won two Super Bowls in Denver.
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Merlin Olsen
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Alan Page
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John Randle
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Joe Greene

Joe Greene dominated for Pittsburgh, inspiring the “Steel Curtain” era and becoming a face of the franchise.
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Ray Nitschke
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Derrick Brooks
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Luke Kuechly
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Mike Singletary

Ray Nitschke embodied Lombardi-era toughness, anchoring Green Bay’s defense and earning Hall of Fame honors.
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Chuck Noll
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Bill Parcells
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Tom Landry
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Don Shula

Tom Landry’s fedora and innovative coaching shaped the Cowboys for decades, including two Super Bowl victories.
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Ray Lewis
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Mike Singletary
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Pat Swilling
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Jack Lambert

Jack Lambert embodied Steelers toughness, starring as a key leader on Pittsburgh’s feared 1970s defense.
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Don Hutson
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Max McGee
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Paul Hornung
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Bart Starr

Bart Starr earned Super Bowl I MVP, efficiently leading Green Bay past Kansas City in the inaugural game.
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Bo Jackson
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Thurman Thomas
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John Riggins
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Marcus Allen

John Riggins carried Washington’s offense and sealed Super Bowl XVII with a legendary fourth-and-one touchdown run.
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Dan Fouts
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Jim Plunkett
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Bernie Kosar
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Steve Young

Steve Young’s mobility and accuracy helped him shine in San Francisco and win a Super Bowl MVP.
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Nick Buoniconti
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Dick Butkus
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Junior Seau
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Jack Lambert

Nick Buoniconti captained Miami’s defense, providing leadership during the Dolphins’ championship years in the early 1970s.
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Derrick Brooks
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Chuck Bednarik
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Ray Nitschke
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Andre Tippett

Andre Tippett was a fierce Patriots pass rusher and captain, earning Hall of Fame recognition.
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Bart Starr
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Terry Bradshaw
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Troy Aikman
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Joe Montana

Bart Starr guided the Packers through Lombardi’s peak, winning the first two Super Bowls and MVP honors.
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Marcus Allen
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Earl Campbell
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Barry Sanders
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Tony Dorsett

Marcus Allen delivered a huge Super Bowl XVIII performance, including a famous long touchdown run for the Raiders.
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Steve Largent
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James Lofton
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Andre Reed
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Jerry Rice

Steve Largent starred in Seattle, setting receiving records and earning respect for elite route running.
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Dan Marino
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Troy Aikman
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Brett Favre
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Jim Kelly

Troy Aikman efficiently ran Dallas’s offense and helped deliver three Super Bowl titles in the 1990s.
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Bruce Smith
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Jack Youngblood
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Howie Long
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Reggie White

Howie Long starred for the Raiders, earned Defensive Player of the Year, and later became a well-known analyst.
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Ken O’Brien
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Mark Rypien
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Doug Flutie
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Bernie Kosar

Bernie Kosar led Cleveland’s 1980s contenders, though playoff heartbreaks like “The Drive” defined the era.
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Dan Fouts
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Phil Simms
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Neil Lomax
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Joe Namath

Phil Simms carved up Denver in Super Bowl XXI, completing 22 of 25 passes for MVP honors.
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Bob Griese
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Johnny Unitas
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Dan Fouts
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Joe Namath

Johnny Unitas defined quarterback excellence for Baltimore, becoming a clutch leader and an all-time passing pioneer.
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Walter Payton
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Barry Sanders
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Franco Harris
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Eric Dickerson

Eric Dickerson’s upright stride produced huge numbers, including a then-record rookie rushing season with the Rams.
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Jack Ham
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Jack Tatum
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Dick Butkus
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Harry Carson

Dick Butkus became the face of defensive intimidation, starring for Chicago with legendary physicality and instincts.
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Dwight Clark
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John Taylor
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Jerry Rice
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Brent Jones

John Taylor caught the late touchdown from Joe Montana, sealing San Francisco’s dramatic Super Bowl XXIII win.
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Lawrence Taylor
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Reggie White
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Deacon Jones
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Mike Singletary

Lawrence Taylor revolutionized edge rushing for the Giants and became one of football’s greatest defenders.
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Marshall Faulk
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Jerome Bettis
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Terrell Davis
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Barry Sanders

Barry Sanders dazzled in Detroit, winning MVP and becoming a symbol of pure rushing artistry.
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John Riggins
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Franco Harris
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Larry Csonka
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Roger Craig

Franco Harris anchored the Steelers’ ground game and was vital to their 1970s championship run.
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Bob Griese
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Joe Namath
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Terry Bradshaw
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Bart Starr

Terry Bradshaw led the Steelers through their dynasty years and became a Hall of Fame quarterback.
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Roger Staubach
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Phil Simms
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Troy Aikman
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Steve Young

Roger Staubach led Dallas with poise, won two Super Bowls, and became a 1970s legend.
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Christian Okoye
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Marcus Allen
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Earl Campbell
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John Riggins

Christian Okoye bulldozed defenders for Kansas City, earning his famous “Nigerian Nightmare” nickname with punishing runs.
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Mike Singletary
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Junior Seau
3
Jack Lambert
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Derrick Thomas

Mike Singletary’s intensity and leadership defined Chicago’s dominant 1985 defense and Super Bowl XX victory.
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Bob Griese
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Dan Fouts
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Joe Namath
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Terry Bradshaw

Dan Fouts thrived in Don Coryell’s system, piling up passing yards and redefining Chargers offense.
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Steve Largent
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Jerry Rice
3
Michael Irvin
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Tim Brown

Michael Irvin’s swagger and big catches completed Dallas’s “Triplets,” fueling multiple Super Bowl-winning seasons in the 1990s.
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Warren Moon
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Ken Stabler
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Troy Aikman
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Jim Kelly

Warren Moon became an elite NFL passer after a great CFL career, shining for the Oilers.
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Richard Dent
2
Neil Smith
3
Mark Gastineau
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Bruce Smith

Bruce Smith terrorized quarterbacks for Buffalo, becoming one of the most productive sack artists ever.
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Howie Long
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Bruce Smith
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Reggie White
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Chris Doleman

Reggie White combined power and technique, earning his nickname and becoming an all-time dominant pass rusher.
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Randy White
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Cortez Kennedy
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Bob Lilly
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Dan Hampton

Randy White powered Dallas’s front, co-winning Super Bowl XII MVP and earning multiple All-Pro selections.
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Joe Montana
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Fran Tarkenton
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Ken Stabler
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Dan Marino

Fran Tarkenton’s scrambling and passing made him a Vikings icon and an early modern-style quarterback.
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Marcus Allen
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Franco Harris
3
John Riggins
4
Earl Campbell

Earl Campbell punished defenders with power, winning MVP and becoming a Houston legend during the late 1970s.
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Derrick Thomas
2
Pat Swilling
3
Mike Singletary
4
Brian Urlacher

Pat Swilling starred for New Orleans’ “Dome Patrol,” combining speed and strength to rack up sacks.
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Brian Dawkins
2
Ronnie Lott
3
Kenny Easley
4
Steve Atwater

Ronnie Lott set the standard for physical, smart secondary play and anchored multiple 49ers championship defenses.
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Steve Atwater
2
Paul Krause
3
Rod Woodson
4
Ronnie Lott

Steve Atwater’s reputation for hard hits peaked with memorable Super Bowl moments during Denver’s late-1990s run.
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Aeneas Williams
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Deion Sanders
3
Darrell Green
4
Champ Bailey

Aeneas Williams excelled in coverage and interceptions, starring for both Arizona and Washington across the 1990s.
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Darrell Green
2
Patrick Peterson
3
Lester Hayes
4
Ty Law

Darrell Green’s speed and consistency made him a Washington defensive cornerstone for decades and a Hall of Famer.
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Joe Namath
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Roger Staubach
3
Ken Stabler
4
Jim Plunkett

Joe Namath’s bold guarantee and victory in Super Bowl III became one of football’s most famous moments.
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Fran Tarkenton
2
Dan Marino
3
Joe Montana
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Bob Griese

Bob Griese quarterbacked Miami’s 1972 team, the only undefeated champion season in modern NFL history.
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George Halas
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Chuck Noll
3
Vince Lombardi
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Don Shula

Don Shula coached Dolphins and Colts teams, setting the all-time wins record and winning multiple championships.
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Tom Landry
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Jimmy Johnson
3
Bill Walsh
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Chuck Noll

Chuck Noll built the Steelers into a powerhouse, developing Hall of Famers and winning four Super Bowls.
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Bill Walsh
2
Marv Levy
3
Mike Ditka
4
Joe Gibbs

Bill Walsh’s system emphasized timing and precision, turning the 49ers into a dynasty with multiple championships.
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Hank Stram
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Joe Gibbs
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Chuck Noll
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Don Shula

Joe Gibbs’ adaptability helped Washington win three Super Bowls with different quarterbacks, a rare coaching achievement.
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Tom Flores
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Bill Walsh
3
Jimmy Johnson
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Mike Ditka

Mike Ditka’s Bears dominated with defense and power football, winning Super Bowl XX in the 1985 season.
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Tom Flores
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Bill Cowher
3
Dan Reeves
4
Marv Levy

Tom Flores guided the Raiders to championships, winning Super Bowls in both the 1970s and 1980s.
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Marty Schottenheimer
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Mike Shanahan
3
Joe Gibbs
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Marv Levy

Marv Levy coached Buffalo’s consistent powerhouse, reaching four consecutive Super Bowls with a strong, balanced roster.
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Mike Shanahan
2
Bill Parcells
3
Tom Landry
4
Bud Grant

Mike Shanahan’s Broncos won consecutive titles, pairing smart scheme with elite quarterback and running game performance.
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Jack Youngblood
2
Mark Gastineau
3
Reggie White
4
Bruce Smith

Jack Youngblood’s toughness became legendary when he played through injury during the Rams’ 1979 postseason run.
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Ronnie Lott
2
Steve Atwater
3
Kenny Easley
4
Joey Browner

Joey Browner captained Minnesota’s secondary, making multiple Pro Bowls and delivering punishing tackles from deep coverage.
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Troy Polamalu
2
Brian Dawkins
3
Kenny Easley
4
John Lynch

Kenny Easley anchored Seattle’s defense, earning Defensive Player of the Year with range, instincts, and hitting power.
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Larry Csonka
2
Gale Sayers
3
Paul Hornung
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Jim Brown

Paul Hornung’s versatile scoring made him a Packers star, earning MVP recognition in the early 1960s.
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Eric Dickerson
2
Tony Dorsett
3
Walter Payton
4
Gale Sayers

Gale Sayers dazzled with speed and returns, earning “Kansas Comet” fame despite a shortened career.
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Randy White
2
Lee Roy Jordan
3
Ed “Too Tall” Jones
4
Harvey Martin

Ed “Too Tall” Jones starred for Dallas, using length and athleticism to pressure quarterbacks throughout the 1970s.
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Pat Swilling
2
Derrick Thomas
3
Bruce Smith
4
Reggie White

Pat Swilling led the NFL with 17 sacks in 1991 and captured the top defensive honor.
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Lawrence Taylor
2
Kevin Greene
3
Derrick Thomas
4
Junior Seau

Derrick Thomas set a famous single-game sack mark, defining Kansas City’s defense with explosive edge rushing.
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Jack Ham
2
Mike Singletary
3
Jack Lambert
4
Ray Nitschke

Jack Ham excelled in coverage and tackling, making him a complete linebacker for Pittsburgh’s championship defenses.
1
Harry Carson
2
Brian Urlacher
3
Ray Lewis
4
Mike Singletary

Harry Carson is widely credited with starting the Gatorade shower, starring as a leader on Giants defenses.
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Thurman Thomas
2
Marshall Faulk
3
Barry Sanders
4
Roger Craig

Roger Craig’s versatile 1985 season set a new standard for dual-threat running backs in San Francisco.
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Isaac Bruce
2
Jerry Rice
3
Andre Reed
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Cris Carter

Andre Reed thrived in Buffalo’s no-huddle attack, becoming a clutch chain-mover and postseason standout for Jim Kelly.
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Lynn Swann
2
Art Monk
3
Michael Irvin
4
Cris Carter

Cris Carter’s hands and footwork made him a Vikings star, piling up touchdowns and highlight receptions.
1
John Taylor
2
Jerry Rice
3
Freddie Solomon
4
Dwight Clark

Dwight Clark’s leaping touchdown grab versus Dallas, “The Catch,” launched the 49ers’ championship era under Bill Walsh.
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James Lofton
2
Steve Largent
3
John Stallworth
4
Lynn Swann

Lynn Swann’s graceful, clutch catches defined Steelers Super Bowl moments and earned him Hall of Fame status.
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Irving Fryar
2
Art Monk
3
Andre Reed
4
John Stallworth

John Stallworth delivered big plays for Pittsburgh, pairing with Swann to stretch defenses during championship seasons.
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Cris Carter
2
Steve Largent
3
Jerry Rice
4
Art Monk

Art Monk’s consistency and durability with Washington helped him become the first to reach 900 receptions.
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Mike Ditka
2
Shannon Sharpe
3
Kellen Winslow
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Tony Gonzalez

Kellen Winslow redefined tight end receiving in San Diego, thriving as a matchup nightmare in the 1980s.
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Larry Csonka
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Jim Kiick
3
Jim Brown
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Leroy Kelly

Jim Brown led the league in rushing eight times and set an early standard for greatness.
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Marcus Allen
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John Riggins
3
Franco Harris
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Larry Csonka

Larry Csonka powered Miami’s ground-heavy offense, helping the Dolphins control games during their championship seasons.
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Mercury Morris
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Terrell Davis
3
Thurman Thomas
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Roger Craig

Mercury Morris complemented Miami’s backfield, providing speed and production on the way to the undefeated title.
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Darren Woodson
2
Ronnie Lott
3
Steve Atwater
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Kenny Easley

Darren Woodson led Dallas’s secondary with physical play, captaining a defense that supported multiple Super Bowl wins.
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Steve Atwater
2
Jack Tatum
3
Rod Woodson
4
Ronnie Lott

Jack Tatum’s punishing hits and intimidation defined the Raiders’ defense, earning him the “Assassin” nickname.
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Aeneas Williams
2
Mike Haynes
3
Rod Woodson
4
Ronde Barber

Mike Haynes brought elite man coverage to the Raiders, forming a dominant secondary with strong postseason impact.
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Champ Bailey
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Deion Sanders
3
Aeneas Williams
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Rod Woodson

Rod Woodson starred for Pittsburgh, then extended his career brilliantly, winning another championship with Baltimore.
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Joe Montana
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Dan Marino
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Ken Stabler
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Sonny Jurgensen

Ken Stabler earned the “Snake” nickname and guided the Raiders with calm, clutch late-game play.
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Rod Woodson
2
Deion Sanders
3
Mike Haynes
4
Aeneas Williams

Deion Sanders’ speed and swagger made him a shutdown corner and dangerous return man in the 1990s.
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Deion Sanders
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Lester Hayes
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Mike Haynes
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Darrell Green

Lester Hayes used tight coverage and ball skills to snag 13 interceptions in 1980, a remarkable season.
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