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The Greatest NFL Players Who Wore the Number 65 Jersey

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Presenting the Most Famous NFL Number 65s

This blog post dives into the fascinating world of number 65 in the NFL. Forget stereotypes –  get ready to discover a unique group of gridiron greats, from the relentless run-stuffing linebackers to the versatile offensive linemen who anchored the trenches for their teams.  We'll explore their journeys, signature styles, and the ways they redefined their positions on the field.

So, whether you're a seasoned fan who appreciates the power of a dominant line, or a new football enthusiast curious about the unsung heroes of the game, this list is your ultimate guide to the incredible athletes who wore number 65 with pride. Prepare to be surprised by the names, the stories, and the impact these NFL legends left on the game!


Best of Jersey 65

On this edition of the Football  by Numbers series will be coming up with the top ten best NFL players to wear the number 65! 

The Hall of Fame gives us our starting point.

The Substantial Players wearing 65 not yet in the HOF are:

  • Max Montoya
  • Dave Butz
  • Joe Fields
  • Bart Oates
  • Chris Naeole
  • John Jackson
  • Andre Gurode
  • Charlie Johnson
  • Houston Antwine
  • Barry Sims
  • Wayne Hawkins
  • Louis Vasquez
  • Mark Tauscher
  • Tom Condon
  • John Sullivan
  • Ron Stone
  • Ron Hallstrom
  • Edwin Bailey
  • Brandon Moore
  • Vince Promuto
  • Ray Brown
  • Damien Woody
  • Lane Johnson
  • Eric Steinbach
  • Mickey Marvin
  • Jeff Dellenbach
  • Clint Boling
  • Noah Jackson
  • Ryan Lilja
  • John Demarie
  • Sam Gruneisen
  • Frank Garcia
  • Jon Gilliam
  • Chris Chester
  • Kynan Forney
  • Jeremy Trueblood
  • Lloyd Voss
  • Don Smith
  • Darrick Brilz
  • Randy Jackson
  • Mike Brisiel
  • Pete Case
  • Kurt Petersen
  • David Galloway
  • David Richards
  • Ronald Leary
  • Justin Smiley
  • Kevin Donnalley

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.


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