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1. Jabaal Sheard (1989)

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Outside linebacker and pass rushing specialist who was the 37th overall pick in the 2011 NFL Draft by the Cleveland Browns. He signed with the New England Patriots in 2015...

2. Marion Barber III (1983)

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Running back who played for the Dallas Cowboys from 2005 to 2010, and finished his career in 2011 with the Chicago Bears.

3. Jamaal Jackson (1980)

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Pro center who played his entire NFL career with the Philadelphia Eagles from 2005 to 2011, starting every year except his final one.

4. Shannon Sharpe (1968)

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Former NFL tight end who was named to eight Pro Bowls in his 13-year career. He won a total of three Super Bowl Championships, two with the Denver Broncos and...

5. Aubrayo Franklin (1980)

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Nose tackle who made his NFL debut in 2003 for the Baltimore Ravens.

6. Rashean Mathis (1980)

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NFL cornerback who set the Jacksonville Jaguars records for career interceptions, passes defended and defensive touchdowns.

7. Todd Heap (1980)

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Former NFL tight end who was named to two Pro Bowls as a longtime member of the Baltimore Ravens.

8. Anquan Boldin (1980)

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Pro Bowl NFL wide receiver who helped lead the Baltimore Ravens to victory in Super Bowl XLVII. He made his debut with the Arizona Cardinals in 2003-2009; he's also been...

9. Ben Hartsock (1980)

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Tight end who made his NFL debut in 2004 for the Indianapolis Colts, then went on to play for the Titans, Panthers, Jets, and Falcons.

10. Wendell Bryant (1980)

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Defensive tackle who played college football at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, winning the Big Ten Defensive Lineman of the Year Award twice.

11. Justin Fargas (1980)

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Former NFL running back who played for the Oakland Raiders from 2003 until 2009; he failed his physical in 2010 and was released.

12. Cory Redding (1980)

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NFL defensive end who was selected in the third round of the 2003 NFL Draft by the Detroit Lions.

13. Jeremy Shockey (1980)

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Former NFL tight end won the Super Bowl with the New York Giants in 2008 and two years later with the New Orleans Saints.

14. Ike Taylor (1980)

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Hard-hitting NFL defensive back who was selected by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the fourth round of the 2003 NFL Draft. He won two Super Bowls with the Pittsburgh Steelers, XL...

15. Marcus Trufant (1980)

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Former NFL cornerback who was a 2007 All-Pro selection with the Seattle Seahawks, whom he played with from 2003 until 2012.

16. Mike Scifres (1980)

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Punter who made his NFL debut in 2003 for the San Diego Chargers.

17. Fritz Pollard (1894)

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Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee who was the first black person to both play in the Rose Bowl and coach in the NFL.

18. Brooke Brewer (1894)

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Noted track and field athlete was also a standout high school and college football quarterback. He played in the NFL after WW I.

19. Hap Moran (1901)

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Legendary New York Giant; he set a franchise record with a 91-yard run from scrimmage against the Packers that remained unbroken for 75 years.

20. Red Badgro (1902)

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Hall of Fame defensive end who played for various 1930s-era New York football teams. He also briefly played professional baseball for the St. Louis Browns.

21. George Musso (1910)

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Hall of Fame lineman for the Chicago Bears during their Monsters of Midway years.

22. Cortez Kennedy (1968)

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Standout defensive tackle who played for the Seattle Seahawks from 1990 to 2000. 

23. Nick Folk (1984)

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NFL placekicker who was selected by the New York Jets in the 2007 NFL Draft and named to his first Pro Bowl as a rookie.

24. Jay Berwanger (1914)

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University of Chicago halfback, known as the one man football team. He won the first ever Downtown Athletic Club Trophy, renamed the Heisman the following year.

25. Todd Hendricks (1968)

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Notable for his work with the Austrian football team the AFC Rangers, the American-born Hendricks led the Rangers to the 1996 Euro Bowl Tournament playoffs, as well as to numerous...

26. Matt Stover (1968)

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NFL kicker who played for four teams from 1990-2007, including the 1991 Super Bowl champion New York Giants, and 2001 Super Bowl champion Baltimore Ravens.

27. George McAfee (1918)

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Former Chicago Bears running back from 1940 until 1941 and 1945 until 1950. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1966.

28. Tony Canadeo (1919)

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Hall of Fame running back for the Green Bay Packers who was the third player in NFL history to gain over 1,000 yards in a season.

29. Marion Motley (1920)

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Hall of Fame fullback and linebacker who played for the Cleveland Browns.

30. Dean Cain (1966)

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Played the role of Clark Kent/Superman in the popular television series, Lois and Clark: The New Adventures of Superman. He plays Pete Davenport in the VH1 drama Hit the Floor.

31. Art Donovan (1924)

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NFL defensive tackle who was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1968. He was nicknamed The Bulldog.

32. Jaiquawn Jarrett (1989)

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Safety who played two seasons with the Philadelphia Eagles after being drafted 54th overall by the team in 2011. He signed with the New York Jets in 2013.

33. John Boyett (1989)

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Standout safety at Oregon was selected in the 6th round of the NFL Draft by the Colts in 2013. He was with the Broncos for the majority of his rookie...

34. Cameron Heyward (1989)

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NFL defensive end who recorded 7.5 sacks in his first three seasons. He was drafted 31st overall in 2011.

35. Jurrell Casey (1989)

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Defensive tackle who made his NFL debut in 2011 for the Tennessee Titans; selected to his first All-Pro team in 2013.

36. Jamie Harper (1989)

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Running back who made his NFL debut in 2011 for the Tennessee Titans.

37. DeMarcus Van Dyke (1989)

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Football player who is known for his tenures with various NFL clubs and career at the University of Miami. He participated in Miami's athletic's program as a dual-sport athlete in...

38. Aaron Mellette (1989)

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Elon University star receiver was a 7th round draft pick for the Baltimore Ravens in 2013.

39. Dan Herron (1989)

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Running back who played five years of college football at Ohio State University and was a four-time letterman. He made his NFL debut with the Cincinnati Bengals in 2012 before...

40. DeJon Gomes (1989)

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University of Nebraska defensive back was a fifth round draft pick in 2011. He played two seasons for the Washington Redskins before being signed two the Lions in 2013.

41. Morgan Burnett (1989)

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NFL safety who was originally drafted by the Green Bay Packers, and won a Super Bowl with the team in 2011 despite being injured.

42. Jahvid Best (1989)

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NFL running back whose career was plagued with injuries, mostly concussion related, after being drafted by the Detroit Lions in 2010. He was forced to retire from professional football in...

43. Gino Marchetti (1927)

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Pro Football Hall of Fame defensive end and member of the National Italian American Sports Hall of Fame.

44. Hugh McElhenny (1928)

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Hall of fame running back who spent most of his career with the San Francisco 49ers. He was a 6-time Pro Bowl selection and scored 38 touchdowns during his career.

45. Charles Tillman (1981)

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Shutdown NFL cornerback who was named to his first All-Pro team with the Chicago Bears in 2012.

46. Roy Helu (1988)

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Running back who began his NFL career with the Washington Redskins in 2011.

47. Brandon Carr (1986)

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NFL cornerback who signed a $50 million contract with the Dallas Cowboys in 2012 after beginning his career with the Kansas City Chiefs.

48. Tony Dorsett (1954)

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Standout University of Pittsburgh football player who became a Hall of Fame running back with the Dallas Cowboys. He won the 1976 Heisman Trophy and helped lead the Cowboys to...

49. John Kasay (1969)

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NFL kicker who was drafted in the fourth round of the 1991 NFL Draft by the Seattle Seahawks; his career would last for more than 20 years.

50. Edgerrin James (1978)

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Former University of Miami running back who became a top NFL rusher for the Indianapolis Colts and Arizona Cardinals. He was a 2-time NFL rushing champion and retired with 12,246...

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