American · Ogdensburg, USA · Born 4 February 1951American football guard who played his entire NFL career with the New England Patriots, widely considered one of the greatest offensive linemen in football hist
John Hannah is considered by many to be the greatest offensive guard in NFL history, spending 13 seasons with the New England Patriots and earning 10 Pro Bowl selections. Dubbed 'the best offensive lineman ever' by Sports Illustrated, Hannah's combination of power, quickness, and technique set a new standard for the position. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1991. Hannah anchored the Patriots' offensive line to their first Super Bowl appearance in franchise history in the 1985 season, though New England was defeated 46-10 by the Chicago Bears in Super Bowl XX. He was named to both the NFL 75th and 100th Anniversary All-Time Teams and is regarded by many historians as the greatest offensive lineman ever to play the game.
Exceptional pass protection and run blocking as Patriots left guard for 13 seasons
How They Played
Explosive off the snap with exceptional footwork, leverage, and finishing ability in both pass protection and run blocking
Lasting Impact
Set the standard for offensive line play and revolutionized the guard position with his athleticism and technique
Career Honours
- Hall of Fame 1991
- Pro Bowl 9x
- All-Pro 10x
- Super Bowl XX (AFC Champion, runner-up to Chicago Bears)
- Sports Illustrated "Best Offensive Lineman Ever"
- NFL 75th Anniversary All-Time Team
- NFL 100th Anniversary All-Time Team
- Patriots Hall of Fame 1993
- Alabama Sports Hall of Fame 1999
| Team | Period | Games | Jersey |
|---|---|---|---|
| New England Patriots | 1973–1985 | 183 | #73 |
American Athletes