In the NFL, jersey numbers transcend mere digits. They become emblems of on-field dominance, etched into the memories of fans for generations. Today, we set our sights on number 27, a jersey donned by both lockdown cornerbacks and electrifying return specialists.
Best of Jersey 27
Who are the greatest NFL players to wear the number 27?Best of Jersey 27
On this edition of the Football by Numbers series will be coming up with the top ten best NFL players to wear the number 27!
The Hall of Fame gives us our starting point.
The players not yet in the Hall of Fame in Canton are:
- Eddie George
- Gary Garrison
- Malcolm Jenkins
- Glen Edwards
- Thom Darden
- Walt Harris
- Terrell Buckley
- Irv Cross
- Rashean Mathis
- Ray Rice
- Willie Williams
- Rodney Hampton
- Quintin Mikell
- Tom Pridemore
- Thomas Everett
- Larry Johnson
- Mike Richardson
- Pat Thomas
- Carlton Williamson
- Stevon Moore
- Mike Gaechter
- John Turner
- Fred Glick
- Tom Hayes
- Glover Quin
- Tre'Davious White
- Greg Stemrick
Our Top Ten Players Are
- Ken Houston
- Steve Atwater
- Eddie George
- Terrell Buckley
- Gary Garrison
- Malcolm Jenkins
- Rashean Mathis
- Larry Johnson
- Glen Edwards
- Walt Harris
Do you agree or disagree with our list? We would love to get your feedback, so email us at PigskinDispatch@gmail.com.
The Podcast on 27!
On this episode of the Football by Numbers we discuss the top NFL players that ever wore the number 27! We will at the end give you a top ten best at the jersey!
Big Thanks and Credit Goes Out to...
A speical thanks to the Pro Football Reference website for information they share on these great players. Check them out at Pro-Football-Reference.com
The Image used above is courtesy of Google Gemini and others from Wikimedia Commons. It is pleasing to see such vivid images of the jerseys that point out the uniform number and help us identify the legends that wore it.
NFL Jersey 27 Frequently Asked Questions
If you love football jersey designs and evolution, wait until you check out the History of American Football Jersey.
-Who is the most famous player that wore the jersey number 27 in NFL history? As you can see from our post above, there is plenty to choose from, but running back Eddie George wore the number 27, wore the number with the Titans for years! You can learn more about this legend in our post about him here: Eddie George.
-What are American football jerseys made of? Modern jerseys are made of synthetic fibers such as polyester or a blend of different materials such as spandex. For more, check out our in-depth study of The Makeup and Materials of Football Jerseys.
-What are some of the most unique football jerseys in history? Gridiron jerseys with logos on the front were once a fad. Check out this story titled Football Jerseys with Emblems.
-What NFL team has the most jersey numbers retired? The New York Giants and the Chicago Bears each have 14 numbers retired to lead all NFL franchises. Check out Retired NFL Numbers