Best of Jersey 72

The number 72 in the NFL conjures images of powerful giants on both sides of the line. From anchoring the offensive line and protecting franchise quarterbacks to shutting down opposing running backs, number 72 has been a force to be reckoned with throughout league history.

But who truly wore #72 the best? Today, we're tackling this very question! We'll unveil a list of the legendary offensive linemen and defensive titans who donned this iconic number.

Get ready for a journey through the NFL's past, where we'll analyze the careers of these gridiron greats. We'll explore their dominant performances, championship runs, and game-changing moments, sparking friendly debates about who reigned supreme with number 72.

So, whether you're a die-hard fan or a casual observer curious about NFL history, this article is for you! Join us as we celebrate the blocking behemoths, defensive disruptors, and all-around monsters who wore number 72 with distinction. Let's unveil the true kings of #72!

On this edition of the Football by Numbers series will be coming up with the top ten best NFL players to wear the number 72! 

The Players in the Pro Football Hall of Fame wearing the number are:

• Dan Dierdorf
• Bill George
• Henry Jordan

The Substantial Players wearing 72 not yet in the HOF are:

• Too Tall Jones
• Matt Light
• Joe Nash
• Diron Talbert
• Bob Vogel
• Brad Hopkins
• Tra Thomas
• Don Mosebar
• Larry Eisenhauer
• Lincoln Kennedy
• Dexter Manley
• Jim Dombrowski
• Kent Hill
• Ron McDole
• Jerry Sherk
• Travis Frederick
• Eric Fisher
• Doug Riesenberg
• Chidi Ahanotu
• Dave Lutz
• Floyd Peters
• Osi Umenyiora
• Leon Searcy
• Paul Rochester
• Wayne Gandy
• Howard Fest
• Ken Jones
• Terron Armstead
• Roman Oben
• David Alexander
• Gerry Mullins
• Joe Rutgens
• Vernon Carey
• Fred Cook
• Chris Ward
• Jim Cadile
• Wade Key
• Tim Goad
• William Perry
• Earl Dotson
• Dick Himes
• Tony Liscio
• Jason Ferguson
• Charles Leno Jr.
• James White
• Keith Kartz
• Michael Bennett

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.