1. Jerry Rice, WR, Miss. Valley State (1985 - 2004) - a mid first-round selection, he played for 21 seasons, and set records for receptions, receiving yards, receiving touchdowns, total touchdowns, and all-purpose yardage.  He played in 13 Pro-Bowls, and was the best offensive player on three Superbowl teams.

2. Walter Payton, HB, Jackson State (1975 - 1987) - held six major records at the end of his career, including the career and single-game rushing records, 100-yard rushing games, and rushing touchdowns scored.  He was the core of the Bears’ transformation from a bottom-feeder to Superbowl champion.

3. Deacon Jones, DE, Miss. Valley State (1961 - 1974) - retired as the (unofficial) all-time sack leader.  He was the best player on the best defensive line in history, and created the “head slap” move to bypass blockers.  He coined the term “sack,” and changed the way lineman rush the passer.

4. Jack Lambert, LB, Kent State (1974 - 1984) - a second-round selection who was All-Pro in 8 of his 11 years in the NFL.  He was the intimidating nucleus of Pittsburgh’s Steel Curtain, and forced 45 turnovers throughout his illustrious career.

5. Sid Luckman, QB, Columbia (1939 - 1950) - together with coach George Halas, he became the first successful T-formation quarterback by way of winning four NFL Championships.  He still holds the Chicago records for passing yards and touchdowns.

6. Chuck Bednarik, LB/C, Pennsylvania (1949 - 1962) - was All-Pro at both offensive line and linebacker.  He is considered one of the hardest hitters of all-time, and led the Philadelphia Eagles to their last NFL Championship.

7. Art Shell, T, Maryland Eastern Shore (1968 - 1982) - led a vicious Oakland offense to two Superbowls, and spearheaded a rushing attack that ranked near the top of the league in 1972 - 1975, and again in 1977.

8. Rosey Brown, T, Morgan State (1953 - 1965) - was a fixture on the Giants’ offensive line for 13 seasons, despite being a 27th-round pick.  He was selected to 9 Pro-Bowls, and was All-Pro four consecutive years from 1956 - 1959.

9. Ken Houston, FS, Prairie View A&M (1967 - 1980) - his speed and quickness made him into one of the greatest pass defenders in history.  When he hung up his cleats, he had intercepted 49 passes, recovered 21 fumbles, and scored 12 touchdowns.

10. John Stallworth, WR, Alabama A&M (1974 - 1987) - a fourth-round selection who emerged as Terry Bradshaw’s favorite target through 14 years and 4 Superbowls.  He held the Pittsburgh records for receptions, receiving yards, and receiving touchdowns for nearly two decades.