8. Willie Davis
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Coming out of Grambling, Willie Davis joined the Green Bay Packers in 1960 and became the centerpiece of the Pack’s defensive line. The number five has to be special to Davis, as he would win five NFL Championships, earn five Pro Bowls, and was chosen for five First Team All-Pros.
Had the Quarterback Sack been an official statistic it was estimated that Davis would have had well over 100, though with the work of Pro Football Reference, they currently credit him with 99.5, beginning in 1960.
Davis entered the Packers Hall of Fame in 1975 and the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1981,
The Bullet Points
- Position: Defensive End
- Acquired: Signed prior to the 1960 season.
- Departed: Retired after the 1969 season.
- Games Played: 138
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Notable Statistics: 28 Games Started
2 Interceptions
21 Interception Return Yards
22 Fumble Recoveries
10 Fumble Recovery Yards
1 Fumble Recovery Touchdown
99.5 Quarterback Sacks*
119 Approximate Value
10 Playoff Games
5.5 Quarterback Sacks*
*Sacks were unofficially calculated by Pro Football Reference from 1960 to 1981. -
Major Accolades and Awards: NFL Champion (1961, 1962 & 1965)
Super Bowl Champion (I & II)
First Team All-Pro Selection (1962, 1964, 1965, 1966 & 1967)
Pro Bowl Selection (1963, 1964, 1965, 1966 & 1967)
NFLPA Alan Page Communty Award (1967)
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