Fred Dean, defensive end/linebacker, 1975-1985, San Diego and San Francisco. Considered the top pass rusher of his era, helped 49ers win two Super Bowls.
Darrell Green, cornerback, 1982-2002, Washington. Had an interception in an NFL-record 19 consecutive seasons, was one of the fastest players in league history.
Art Monk, receiver, 1980-95, Washington, N.Y. Jets, Philadelphia. Played 14 seasons for the Redskins, had NFL-record 940 catches when he retired.
Emmitt Thomas, cornerback, 1966-78, Kansas City. Had 58 career interceptions, has coached in the NFL since 1981, including stint with Vikings.
Andre Tippett, linebacker, 1982-93, New England. Had 100 career sacks for a Patriots team that struggled for much of his 12 seasons.
Gary Zimmerman, tackle, 1986-1997, Minnesota and Denver. Ironman lineman was on NFL's all-decade team in both the 1980s and 1990s.
NFL Hall of Fame class of 2008....
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