The Definitive Ranking of the Most Legendary NFL Pass Rushers Ever

Introduction

10.) Richard Dent

• Richard Dent was a key player for the Chicago Bears, and also spent time with the San Francisco 49ers, Indianapolis Colts, and Philadelphia Eagles.
• 2 Time Super Bowl Champion (XX, XXIX)
• Super Bowl MVP (XX)
• NFL Career Statistics

9.) John Randle

• John Randle made his mark in the NFL with the Minnesota Vikings and later continued his career with the Seattle Seahawks.
• NFL Sack Leader (1997)
• 7 Time NFL Pro Bowl Selection (1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 2001)
• NFL Career Statistics

8.) Gino Marchetti

• Gino Marchetti was known for his impressive career playing with both the Dallas Texans and the Baltimore Colts.
• 2 Time NFL Champion (1958, 1959)
• 9 Time NFL First Team All Pro (1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964)
• NFL Career Statistics

7.) Michael Strahan

• Michael Strahan dedicated his professional career to the New York Giants from 1993 until his retirement in 2007.
• Super Bowl Champion (XLII)
• 2 Time NFL Sacks Leader (2001, 2003)
• NFL Career Statistics

6.) Derrick Thomas

• Derrick Thomas represented the Kansas City Chiefs, actively playing from 1989 until 1999.
• NFL Sacks Leader (1990)
• NFL Man of the Year Award (1993)
• NFL Career Statistics

5.) Deacon Jones

• Deacon Jones had a remarkable tenure with the Los Angeles Rams, and he also played for the San Diego Chargers and Washington Redskins.
• Recipient of the NFL Defensive Player of the Year award twice, in both 1967 and 1968.
• 5 Time NFL First Team All Pro (1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969)
• NFL Career Statistics

4.) Kevin Greene

• Kevin Greene showcased his skills with the Los Angeles Rams, then moved on to play for the Pittsburgh Steelers, Carolina Panthers, and San Francisco 49ers.
• NFL Defensive Player of the Year (1996)
• 2 Time NFL Sacks Leader (1994, 1996)
• NFL Career Statistics

3.) Reggie White

• Reggie White made significant contributions to teams such as the Philadelphia Eagles, Green Bay Packers, and Carolina Panthers during his career.
• Super Bowl Champion (XXXI)
• Twice honored as the NFL Defensive Player of the Year in 1987 and again in 1998.
• NFL Career Statistics

2.) Bruce Smith

• Bruce Smith had a prolific career with the Buffalo Bills, and he also spent time with the Washington Redskins.
• Received the NFL Defensive Player of the Year accolade on two occasions, specifically in 1990 and 1996.
• 11 Time NFL Pro Bowl Selection (1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998)
• NFL Career Statistics

1.) Lawrence Taylor

• Lawrence Taylor played for the New York Giants throughout his distinguished career from 1981 to 1993.
• 2 Time Super Bowl Champion (XXI, XXV)
• NFL MVP (1986)
• NFL Career Statistics

Written by: David Green