American · Fort Wayne, USA · Born 10 March 1965The finest cornerback-turned-safety in NFL history — Rod Woodson recorded 71 career interceptions and won Super Bowl XXXV at the age of 35.
Rod Woodson was born in Fort Wayne, Indiana in 1965. Pittsburgh Steelers selected him 10th overall in the 1987 NFL Draft from Purdue. Over 17 seasons he recorded 71 career interceptions (second all-time) and 1,590 interception return yards — the NFL all-time record. He was named NFL Defensive Player of the Year in 1993 and selected to 11 Pro Bowls. He transitioned to safety late in his career and won the Super Bowl XXXV championship with the Baltimore Ravens. He was named to the NFL 75th and 100th Anniversary All-Time Teams and inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2009.
Versatility playing cornerback, safety, and return specialist; NFL record 12 interception return touchdowns
He is the only player in NFL history to receive All-Pro recognition at three different positions: cornerback, safety and kick returner.
Did You Know?How They Played
Athletic, versatile defender with exceptional speed and ball skills; excelled in coverage and as a return specialist
Lasting Impact
Considered one of the greatest defensive backs in NFL history; revolutionized the safety position with his range and athleticism
Career Honours
- Super Bowl XXXV Champion
- 11x Pro Bowl
- 71 career interceptions (2nd all time)
- NFL 75th Anniversary Team
- NFL Defensive Player of the Year (1993)
- 6x All-Pro
- NFL 100th Anniversary Team
- Pittsburgh Steelers Hall of Honor
| Team | Period | Games |
|---|---|---|
| Pittsburgh Steelers | 1987–1996 | 144 |
| San Francisco 49ers | 1997–1997 | 16 |
| Baltimore Ravens | 1998–2001 | 64 |
| Oakland Raiders | 2002–2003 | 32 |
American Athletes