11. Cornelius Bennett
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A vital part of the Buffalo Bills defense during those four straight Super Bowl appearances, Cornelius Bennett was the AFC Defensive Player of the Year twice and was also a member of the 1990’s All-Decade Team. Bennett would also be a five-time Pro Bowl selection, and he recorded 52.5 Sacks for the team.
The Bullet Points
- Position: Linebacker
- Acquired: Traded from the Indianapolis Colts in a three way trade, October, 1987.
- Departed: Signed with the Atlanta Falcons prior to the 1996 season.
- Games Played: 129
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Notable Statistics: 128 Games Started
6 Interceptions
109 Interception Return Yards
1 Interception Return Touchdown
22 Forced Fumbles
19 Fumble Recoveries
68 Fumble Recovery Touchdowns
1 Fumble Recovery Touchdown
52.5 Quarterback Sacks
793 Combined Tackles
139 Solo Tackles*
42 Assisted Tackles*
88 Approximate Value
17 Playoff Games
1.5 Quarterback Sacks
38 Combined Tackles
35 Solo Tackles*
3 Assisted Tackles*
*Solo and Assisted Tackles were not an official stat until the 1994 season. -
Major Accolades and Awards: UPI Defensive Player of the Year (1988 & 1991)
First Team All-Pro (1988)
Pro Bowl (1988, 1990, 1991, 1992 & 1993)
All-Rookie (1987)
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