#26: Rod Woodson, Cornerback, Safety
Rod Woodson pick-six! #Steelers pic.twitter.com/Q3m1qGXJQA
— Blitzburgh (@Steel_Curtain4) June 1, 2017
An easy selection here, as the long-time Steeler is the best player to ever wear the number 26. Drafted in the first round by the Pittsburgh Steelers, Woodson also played for the 49ers, Ravens, and Raiders.
Rod Woodson hold the NFL record for most interceptions returned for touchdowns with 12, and ranks third all-time in NFL history with 71 total career interceptions. He also holds the record for most fumble recoveries by a defensive back with 32, and ranks second all-time in interception return yards with 1,483. Rod was also the first player to be elected to the Pro Bowl at three different positions; cornerback, safety, and kick returner.
“Why set a mediocre goal, and if you reach it, you’re nowhere? Some people say, ‘only set a realistic goal.’ But how do you know what’s realistic and what’s not? Until you try to attain it, you’ll never know. If you can’t dream and hope, I don’t know why you’re here.”- Rod Woodson via profootballhof.com
Woodson earned many awards over the course of his career, which included Defensive Player of the Year in 1993. He was also voted onto the NFL’s 75th Anniversary All-Time Team and the 1990’s All-Decade Team. Rod was elected to the Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility in 2009.The 11 time Pro Bowler now spends his days as the assistant defensive backs coach of the Oakland Raiders.
Honorable Mention: Herb Adderley
