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Best of Jersey 90

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Presenting the Most Famous NFL Number 90s

The number 90 in the NFL conjures images of some true gridiron giants. From dominant defensive ends striking fear into the hearts of quarterbacks to disruptive linebackers cleaning up plays in the run game, #90 boasts a rich history of defensive force.

But who truly wore #90 the best? Today, we're getting into the trenches to answer that very question! We'll unveil a list of the legendary defensive ends and impactful linebackers who donned this iconic number.

Get ready for a journey through NFL history, where we'll analyze the careers of these defensive titans. We'll explore their signature moves, sack celebrations, and championship runs, sparking friendly debates about who reigned supreme with number 90.

So, football fans and history buffs, this article is your one-stop shop for all things #90! Join us as we celebrate the sack specialists, run-stuffing machines, and all-around defensive monsters who wore number 90 with distinction. Let's unveil the true kings of #90!


Pro Football Hall of Fame Players that Wore 90

The Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton gives us our starting point. However unbelievably there is not one player listed on the Hall's website under jersey number 90! I am sure that will change soon with the cast of players we are about to list.


Substantial Players wearing 90 not yet in the Hall

Here is a list of great players that have not made iit in to the Hall of Fame as of the time of this writing:

  • Julius Peppers
  • T.J. Watt
  • Neil Smith
  • Rob Burnett
  • Larry Brooks
  • Darnell Dockett
  • Jason Pierre-Paul
  • Phil Hansen
  • Jeff Zgonina
  • Ndamukong Suh
  • Michael Brockers
  • Jay Ratliff
  • George Webster
  • Jevon Kearse
  • Chris Kelsay
  • Tony Brackens
  • Terry Wooden
  • Marco Coleman
  • DeMarcus Lawrence
  • Ezra Johnson
  • Justin Smith
  • Chuck Smith
  • Jadeveon Clowney
  • Al Harris
  • Mario Williams
  • Corey Simon
  • Alonzo Spellman
  • DaQuan Jones
  • Isaac Sopoaga
  • Malcom Brown
  • Grady Jackson
  • Chad Eaton
  • Corey Widmer
  • BJ Raji
  • Ron Holmes
  • Vonnie Holliday
  • Michael Johnson
  • Kenard Lang
  • Toby Williams
  • Sean Gilbert
  • Tyronne Stowe
  • Dan Owens
  • Travis Kirschke
  • Jarran Reed
  • Pat Sims
  • Trevor Pryce
  • Derrick Alexander
  • Tony Bennett
  • Kenny Holmes
  • Pernell McPhee
  • Cory Redding

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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