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1. Marshal Yanda

Marshal Yanda had an illustrious career with the Baltimore Ravens and is considered one of the best Offensive Linemen in the team's history. If not for Jonathan Ogden, he would undoubtedly be the best.

Yanda was selected in the third round of the draft from Iowa. He started 12 of his 16 games as a rookie and was a permanent fixture on the right side of the line from 2010 until his retirement in 2019. He was selected to his first Pro Bowl in 2011 and went on to receive this honor a total of eight times. He was a two-time First Team All-Pro and a Second Team Selection five times. His presence on the O-Line helped the Ravens win Super Bowl XLVII, and his footwork and blocking techniques were so perfect that Offensive Guards will be studying his work for years.

Yanda's lunch pail work ethic made him a star in the eyes of his peers, coaches, and fans. He was one of the most regimented players in the game, and barring injury never having an off year. He was an All-Decade Player and a pleasure to watch play.

Kyle Long

The son of Hall of Famer Howie Long and brother of Chris Long, Kyle Long had a nice career in his own right, especially in the beginning.

Jon Condo

Jon Condo was undrafted in 2005, but the Maryland Terrapin signed with the Dallas Cowboys, playing in three Games at Special Teams.

126. Joe Staley

One of the best football players, regardless of the position that Central Michigan ever produced, has to be Joe Staley.