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Who are the Greatest NFL Players Who Wore the Number 15 Jersey? Discussion with Aron Harris.

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Intro of the Best Pro Football Number 15s

In the history of Pro Football, jersey numbers transcend mere digits. They become emblems of on-field dominance, forever etched in the memories of fans and forever linked to the iconic players who wore them. Today, we set our sights on number 15, a jersey donned by a fascinating cast of gridiron heroes.

This storied number isn't confined to a single position. From legendary quarterbacks slinging laser throws to electrifying running backs leaving defenders in their wake, number 15 boasts a rich and diverse history.  It's been a badge of honor for some of the league's most exciting and impactful players, both on offense and defense.


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"The Top NFL Players that Have Worn the Number 15 With Aron Harris!"

Last updated 📅 2025-07-20

Aron Harris of the Football Odyssey joined Darin for the most significant number 15s in the history of the NFL. 

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The Pro Football Hall of Fame states that there are three players enshrined who they claim wore the number 15 jersey at some point during their professional careers.

Those players would be:

Johnny Blood McNally

Bart Starr

Steve Van Buren

Aron and I dove into a bunch of these to put our collective heads together to present a top ten list of the top NFL players to wear the 15 jersey.

Other players that at the time of this podcast recording are NOT in the Hall Of Fame as of yet.

The players considered are:

Brandon Marshall - wide receiver who started with the Denver Broncos and had stints in Miami, Chicago, Seattle, and New York.

Jack Kemp QB  most famously of the Buffalo Bills in their two AFL Championship seasons

Babe Parilli

Michael Crabtree

Jeff Hostetler

Patrick Mahomes

Earl Morrall

Golden Tate

Vince Ferragamo

Craig Morton


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