This is a spin off of DKM's Greatest Team of All-time. First I want to thank DKM for the awesome idea. I know many people (including myself) were sad to see his blog end, so I'm sure this will get great participation.
With your help, we will put together "The Greatest College Team" position by position. Only players who played in 1970 or later will be eligible. Each Tuesday we will begin voting on a new position; make your vote in bold. Feel free to elaborate on why you voted for the player you did. Please vote only once per position. I would request that we keep this a friendly blog and not go on with petty disagreements. If there is a tie both players will be listed.
This week we will vote for Safeties. Cast a vote for 2 Safeties (Doesn't matter if they're a FS or SS) who graduated no earlier than 1970. I will add the votes each day although it may be later for some because I live on the west coast.
BTW: It seems like the participation on this blog has gone down, so if you know any members who may be interested; I wondered if you could do me a favor and let them know about it.
QB-
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OT1- Orlando Pace (Ohio State) (13 Votes)
OT2- Anthony Munoz (USC) (10 Votes)
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C- Dave Rimington (Neb) (12 Votes)
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DE1- Lee Roy Selmon (Oklahoma) (14 Votes)
DE2- (Tie) Bruce Smith (VT) Randy White (Maryland) (6 Votes)
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ILB1- Brian Bosworth (Oklahoma) (8 Votes)
ILB2- Mike Singletary (Baylor) (5 Votes)
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FSU Boston |
Posted on: July 7, 2008 5:32 pm
The Greatest College Team Needs Safeties!Ray Guy - Southern Miss Guy started at defensive back and was the backup quarterback, but it was his prowess as a kicker and punter that has made his name synonymous with special teams excellence. Setting numerous records in college, Guy now will achieve two new firsts – he will be the first All-America punter to be inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame and the first player ever from the University of Southern Mississippi. A First Team All-America selection in 1972, Guy led the nation with a 46.2 yards per punt average, which led to appearances in the Senior Bowl, East/West Shrine Game, All-America Bowl and College All-Star Game, of which he was named MVP. Averaging 44.7 yards per punt for his career, Guy recorded three punts for over 70 yards, including a record 93-yarder as a senior. Displaying his on-field versatility, Guy also intercepted 18 passes in his career and kicked, a then NCAA record, 61-yard field goal. After graduation, he was drafted in the first round of the 1973 NFL Draft by the Oakland Raiders. He played for 14 years in the NFL and won three Super Bowls. |
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FSU Boston |
Posted on: July 7, 2008 5:28 pm
The Greatest College Team Needs Safeties!Thomas Everett - Baylor
Everett set a standard that all future defensive backs must match as the first-ever winner of the Jim Thorpe Award as the nation’s top defensive back. Not only was he adept at coverage and as a tackler but also was a fine punt returner. Everett came to Baylor University from Daingerfield (TX) High School. With the Tigers he played seven positions including quarterback. As a freshman, Everett became a starter at cornerback halfway through the season. He opened the next year at corner but was moved to safety in his second game. There he blossomed making 99 tackles and making the most dramatic play of the season against Texas. A 46-yard interception return for a touchdown sealed an upset win over the Longhorns. In his junior year he blossomed into one of the best DB's in the nation earning first team All-America honors and earning the first of two consecutive SWC defensive player of the year honors. That year the Bear defense was the third toughest in the nation against the pass. In his Thorpe winning senior year he became a unanimous All-America as Baylor boasted of having the nation’s number three overall defensive unit. Thomas was drafted in the fourth round by Pittsburgh and enjoyed a nine-year NFL career appearing in one Pro Bowl and two Super Bowls. In Super Bowl XXVII he had two interceptions.
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jlee |
Posted on: July 5, 2008 8:48 am
The Greatest College Team Needs Safeties!Kenny Easley Ronnie Lott |
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Livin Large |
Posted on: July 4, 2008 1:19 am
The Greatest College Team Needs Safeties!Kenny Easley 9, Ronnie Lott 5, Mike Huff 2, Jack Tatum 2, Roy Williams 2, Steve Atwater 1, Dave Brown 1, Troy Palumalu 1, Ed Reed 1, Donnie Shell 1, Brad Van Pelt 1.
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elbombero33
Since: Mar 23, 2008 |
Posted on: July 3, 2008 9:41 pm
The Greatest College Team Needs Safeties!Here are my two choices. I have to be honest and say that my first choice was influenced by my love for the Longhorns. My second choice, also affected by the fact we met him in the Cotton Bowl several times and just had an aura about him that was pretty intimidating. 1. Michael Huff 2. Roy Williams |
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LoveThemHawgs |
Posted on: July 2, 2008 9:02 pm
The Greatest College Team Needs Safeties!
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titanhater |
Posted on: July 2, 2008 6:54 pm
The Greatest College Team Needs Safeties!1. Kenny Easley. He was also a four time pro bowler in the NFL. 2.Donnie Shell. Named to the Quarter Century Division II All-America team and Black College 100-year team. |
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winningpitch |
Posted on: July 2, 2008 2:45 pm
The Greatest College Team Needs Safeties!1. Ronnie Lott 2. Troy Palumalu 3. Kenny Easley |
roundy
Since: Mar 1, 2008 |
Posted on: July 2, 2008 11:22 am
The Greatest College Team Needs Safeties!As king of bling stated there are so many to choose from. My two votes go to:
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Livin Large |
Posted on: July 2, 2008 10:28 am
The Greatest College Team Needs Safeties!Kenny Easley 6, Ronnie Lott 3, Jack Tatum 2, Dave Brown 1, Mike Huff 1, Ed Reed 1, Brad Van Pelt 1, Roy Williams 1.
Thanks to Yankee for the kind words of appreciation. And thanks to all of you for voting!  |
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