Best of Jersey 28

The number 28 has graced the backs of some true gridiron legends. From elusive running backs to lockdown defenders, this jersey number boasts a rich history in the NFL. But who are the most iconic players to have donned the number 28?

In this article, we unveil the greatest NFL stars who wore number 28, diving into their career highlights and the impact they left on the game. We'll explore both the offensive and defensive standouts, offering a well-rounded look at the legacy of number 28 in the NFL.

So, if you're a football fanatic curious about the legends who wore number 28, or a fantasy football guru seeking draft inspiration, this article is your one-stop shop! Get ready to be introduced to some of the most electrifying and dominant players the NFL has ever seen.

On this edition of the Football  by Numbers series will be coming up with the top ten best NFL players to wear the number 28! 

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The Hall of Fame gives us our starting point:

• Yale Lary
• Mike Michalske
• Darrell Green
• Marshall Faulk
• Curtis Martin

Players not yet in the Hall Of Fame:

• Warrick Dunn
• Adrian Peterson
• Darren Woodson
• Fred Taylor
• Corey Dillon
• Willie Buchanon
• Abner Haynes
• Gene Atkins
• Jimmy Orr
• Chris Johnson
• Cris Dishman
• Curt Warner
• Bill Bradley
• Ahmad Rashad
• James Hunter
• Jonathan Stewart
• Thomas Smith
• Clarence Davis
• Ben Davis
• Mike Weger
• Monte Jackson
• Darrol Ray
• Beasley Reece
• Clendon Thomas
• Ron Bolton
• Harold Green
• James White
• Thomas DeCoud
• Gibril Wilson
• Melvin Gordon

1. Darrell Green
2. Marshall Faulk
3. Curtis Martin
4. Yale Lary
5. Adrian Peterson
6. Chris Johnson
7. Fred Taylor
8. Corey Dillon
9. Willie Buchanon
10. Darren Woodson

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On this episode of the Football by Numbers we discuss the top NFL players that ever wore the number 28!

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.

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 28 in NFL history? As you can see from our post above, there is plenty to choose from, but cornerback Darrell Green wore the number 28, wore the number with the Washington Redskins for two decades! You can learn more about this legend in our post about him here: Darrell Green. 

-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.

-Whose college football jersey was the first to be retired? Red Grange's Number 77 Ilinois Illini jersey was the first college uni shelved in 1925. There were a couple more about the same time, and we chatted with a college football expert historian to help divulge College Football and its First Retired Jerseys.

-When did football jerseys start having numbers on them? Though there was documented talk of it since 1894, players only wore digits in a 1905 Iowa State at Drake game. Check out more on this story The Origins Of Football Player Numbers.

-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