25+ NFL’s Greatest Pass Rushers In History

Published on 04/05/2023
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Jared Allen

A fourth-round choice who became a four-time All-Pro. Allen entered the league with minimal notice, but rose to prominence after recording 9.0 sacks in his debut season. Allen’s career didn’t take off until he signed with the Vikings in 2008. Allen appeared in 96 games and had 85.5 sacks from 2008 to 2013. Allen achieved a career best with 22.0 sacks in 2011, falling just 0.5 sacks short of Michael Strahan’s record, and was named Defensive Player of the Year. His quick burst off the line and never-ending motor made him impossible to deal with.

Jared Allen

Jared Allen

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Jack Youngblood

Jack Youngblood, a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame, is one of the finest players to ever wear a Rams uniform. Youngblood spent his entire 14-year career with the Rams and was a regular presence on defense. Youngblood was chosen an All-Pro every year from 1974 to 1979, with 79.0 sacks in 88 games. He finished his career with 151.5 sacks and was named to the NFL’s All-Decades Team.

Jack Youngblood

Jack Youngblood

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