Former American football player Roger Craig was born July 10, 1960. During his college career at U of Nebraska, the running back averaged six yards per carry. Craig rushed for 2,415 yard and 24 touchdowns for the Huskers. In 1983, he was drafted into the NFL. He played professional football for 11 seasons. He had a very successful rookie year,... read full bio
After winning the Heisman Trophy at the Naval Academy, Roger Staubach fulfilled a four year active duty commitment with the United States Navy, including a tour in Vietnam, and then began his NFL career. His uncanny ability to lead the Dallas Cowboys to come-from-behind victories engineered no less than 23 fourth quarter comebacks. Playing his entire 11 years with the... read full bio
Roman Gabriel is a former American football player. The son of a Filipino immigrant, he was the first Asian-American to start as an NFL quarterback and is considered by many to have been one of the best players at that position during the late 1960s and early 70s. At 6'4"" and 235 pounds, he is considered the first truly big... read full bio
Renowned speaker Ron Hall is also an art dealer, a #1 New York Times best-selling book, and producer of the film "Same Kind of Different as Me." Through his foundation, speaking engagements, and nationwide homelessness fundraising initiatives, he has changed the lives of thousands of people. He has helped the homeless by raising over $100 million. Without his special and... read full bio
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers selected Ronde Barber, a University of Virginia graduate, in the third round of the 1997 NFL Draft. Although drafted this year, his brother Tiki was selected by the New York Giants one round before of Ronde. Barber struggled to establish himself in the starting lineup during his first season with the Bucs, spending much of his... read full bio
"Ronald Mandel ""Ronnie"" Lott is a former American football player who starred as a cornerback, free safety and strong safety in college football and the NFL. He is most well known for his hard hits on opposing players. A Pro Bowler at both cornerback and safety, Lott is widely considered one of the best defensive backs in NFL history. In his... read full bio
Rosevelt Colvin is a former professional American football linebacker who currently works as a football analyst for the Big Ten Network. Colvin was born in Indianapolis, Indiana, and he began his career playing high school football where he earned second team All-State honors and had a school record of 219 tackles during his last year. He also was an All-Marion... read full bio
Georgia born, Roosevelt Rosey" Grier, is an actor, singer, Christian minister, and former professional American football player. He was a notable college football player for Pennsylvania State University. As a professional player, Grier was a member of the original Fearsome Foursome of the Los Angeles Rams and played in the Pro Bowl twice. Grier worked as a bodyguard for Robert... read full bio
Rudy Ruettiger is a former Notre Dame football player who became a symbol of determination and perseverance after his story was depicted in the iconic and inspirational movie “RUDY”. His remarkable journey from an undersized, dyslexic kid with a dream to a member of the Notre Dame football team has inspired millions of people around the world. As a motivational speaker,... read full bio
Russ Francis is an American former professional football player who played as tight end in the NFL for several years. Francis was born in Seattle, Washington, and he began his career playing football in high school in Oahu, Hawaii, as well as in Oregon. During his high school career, Francis set a record for the javelin and went on to... read full bio
Ryan Joseph Fitzpatrick is a former American football quarterback who made an enduring impression on the National Football League (NFL) during the course of his outstanding 17-season career. The most in NFL history, Fitzpatrick's quarterback career covered nine different teams, demonstrating his versatility and adaptability on the field. In addition, he is the only player in NFL history to score... read full bio
Ryan Russell is an American football defensive end who is currently a free agent in the NFL. Russell was born in Carrollton, Texas, and he began playing football in high school as a defensive lineman. While playing high school football, Russell was named a second-team All-district and then took a scholarship to play for Purdue University. During his four years... read full bio
Former linebacker for the NFL's Pittsburgh Steelers, Ryan Shazier is a former American pro football player. He represented the Ohio State Buckeyes in college football and the Steelers picked him in the first round of the NFL Draft. In his first few NFL seasons, Shazier was a winner, making the Pro Bowl. Shazier attempted to make a head-first tackle against the Cincinnati Bengals during... read full bio
Ryan Tannehill is an American football quarterback who currently plays for the Tennessee Titans of the NFL. Tannehill was born in Lubbock, Texas, and grew up in Big Spring, Texas. He began his career playing not only high school football, but high school basketball and also ran for track and field. During his high school football career, Tannehill earned second-team... read full bio
Sam Bradford is an professional football quarterback for the Philadelphia Eagles of the NFL. He started his professional career with the St. Louis Rams, who selected Bradford as the No. 1 pick in the NFL Draft. As a redshirt sophomore at Oklahoma, Bradford became only the second sophomore in history to win the Heisman Trophy. Sam also holds the NCAA... read full bio
Sam Darnold, an accomplished American professional football quarterback, was born on June 5, 1997. Darnold is well-known in the football world for his powerful arm, athleticism, and capacity to read defenses. In Capistrano Beach, California, during his senior year of high school, Darnold's path to football glory began. His team had remarkable success under his leadership at San Clemente High School,... read full bio
Saquon Barkley is an American football running back for the New York Giants of the NFL. Barkley was born in Bronx, New York, and began his career playing high school football at Whitehall High School. While in high school, Barkley was rated a four-star recruit and then went on to play college football at Penn State University and while there,... read full bio
Shannon Sharpe is a former American Football tight end who played for the Denver Broncos and Baltimore Ravens of the National Football League. Sharpe is known for his creative commentary and trash talking. He was elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame, honoring his successful playing career. Sharpe played twelve seasons with the Broncos and two years with the... read full bio
Former American football linebacker Shaquem Alphonso Griffin made his impact in the National Football League (NFL) during the course of a noteworthy four-season career. Griffin is notable for being Shaquill Griffin's identical twin, a cornerback with the Houston Texans. At the University of Central Florida (UCF), where they developed their football prowess, both siblings played football together. When Griffin's left hand... read full bio
Shaun Alexander is a former running back who played for the of the National Football League. He was drafted by the Seahawks 19th overall in the NFL Draft. Alexander set numerous NFL and Seattle Seahawks' franchise records, and was named the NFL MVP. He was also named to the NFL's 2000 All-Decade team. As a freshman, he played football... read full bio
