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Derrick Thomas

This list ranks the best Alabama Crimson Tide players of all time. Football is a way of life in Alabama. The state is home to two of the most famous schools in NCAA history: Auburn and Alabama. The latter is one of the most recognized programs in the sport and recently has dominated college football behind some of the best players in school history. The football program started in 1892 and has established itself as one of the most iconic names in sports. Alabama has won 15 national championships and those teams featured some of the best players in Crimson Tide history. Many of Alabama's greatest players went onto achieve success in the NFL, including future Pro Football Hall of Famers like John Hannah, Ozzie Newsome and Derrick Thomas. Surprisingly, with the school's rich history of having a roster full of outstanding players, curiously has only one Heisman Trophy in its cabinet. In 2009, Mark Ingram barely nudged past <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-stanford-cardinal-running-backs/ranker-college-football?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">Stanford running back</a> Toby Gerhart to take the trophy back to Tuscaloosa.&nbsp;In recent years, a good number of Alabama players have gone on to play in the NFL. Under the stewardship of Nick Saban, Alabama is going through its greatest stretch since the legendary Bear Bryant was at the helm. Needless to say, you won't find too many Alabama fans who are disappointed in the school's recent past.This is the list of the best Bama Crimson Tide players of all time. If you notice someone is missing from the list, feel free to add him. Vote or rerank the list according to who you think is the greatest Alabama football player ever.

College Sports

A list of the best Oregon Ducks of all time. Beginning in 1894, the University of Oregon began its illustrious football program. Though Oregon fans didn't always have a lot to cheer for through much of the 20th century, the 2000s ushered in a new era, and the Ducks have become a dominant force in the Pac-12 and nationwide. Oregon has not yet won a national title, but they have taken home 11 conference titles and have 12 post-season bowl game wins. Oregon has produced many truly talented quarterbacks, from NFL legend Dan Fouts, to Joey Harrington, Dennis Dixon, and Akili Smith. Many talented Oregon stars at other positions have gone on to illustrious NFL careers as well, with six former Ducks being inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame, including&nbsp;Gary Zimmerman, Dave Wilcox, Norm Van Brocklin, Dan Fouts, and Mel Renfro.&nbsp;Other famous players who are considered some of the greatest Ducks ever are the ruthless defender Haloti Ngata and running back Jonathan Stewart. Former head coach Mike Bellotti helped bring Oregon Duck football to the national stage, and Chip Kelly, now with the Philadelphia Eagles, grew it into the dominant force it is today. The school is regularly ranked in the top ten, and few opponents enjoy coming into Autzen Stadium and facing the Oregon fans. While many people focus on the Ducks's crazy uniforms, it's the great players who are really remembered. Who can forget powerhouse LaMichael James, who ended his Oregon career as the most decorated Duck ever, holding almost every singe Oregon rushing and scoring record including most points scored in a season &amp; career (144, 348), most touchdowns in a season &amp; career (24, 58), most rushing attempts in a season (294), season and career rushing yards (1,805, 5,082), and most 200-yard rushing games, also for both season (4) and career (7). Then there's Oregon's first and (so far) only Heisman Trophy winner, quarterback Marcus Mariota, who took home college football's top honor in 2014.This is the list of the best Oregon Ducks of all time. Is your favorite Duck missing from the list? Feel free to add him. Vote or rerank this list according to who you think should be considered the greatest Ducks football players ever.&nbsp;

Eric Reid

The Louisiana State University Tigers, the Fighting Tigers, are a college football mainstay. With four national championships (the first team to win multiple National titles since the advent of the BCS) and the 11th highest winning percentage amongst teams that have played at least 1,000 games, it is clear that the boys in purple are not to be messed with.

Many of these players went on to successful pro careers in the NFL. So, whether we&#39;re talking defensive ends or DBs, wide receivers or quarterbacks, who are the best LSU Tigers of all time?

Jeff Samardzija

A list of the best Notre Dame football players of all time. Notre Dame University's Fightin' Irish are a college football institution. Some of college football's most storied teams and greatest players of all time have played for the Golden Domers. For years, Notre Dame has lured the <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/best-football-players-ever?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">best football players</a> in the land to South Bend, Ind. to play football for the school. Notre Dame's alumni are some of the most <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/famous-university-of-notre-dame-alumni-and-students/reference">famous people to graduate from the school</a>. The program started in 1888 and almost immediately became a national powerhouse.Those early Fightin' Irish teams had some of the school's greatest players ever, including George Gipp. A legend in Notre Dame folklore, Gipp was the school's first first team All-American player. Despite not playing football until he got to Notre Dame, Gipp led the Irish in rushing and passing each of his last three seasons 1918, 1919 and 1920. He was also the subject of head coach Knute Rockne's greatest speech when he said &quot;Win one for the Gipper.&quot;Over the years, Notre Dame's best players have gone onto successful NFL careers. Paul Hornung and Alan Page are both in the Pro Football Hall of Fame and longtime Raiders receiver and Heisman Trophy winner Tim Brown is on the cusp of being inducted as well. Raghib &quot;Rocket&quot; Ismail had a long, successful career in the pros after an outstanding career at Notre Dame. So who are the best Notre Dame players in the pros today? Perhaps New York GIants defensive end Justin Tuck. Though he played on some solid teams at Notre Dame, Tuck won two Super Bowls in the NFL and is one of the best players to come from the school in recent years. Recently, Manti Te'o added himself to the list of the greatest players in Notre Dame history when he finished second in the Heisman Trophy balloting.&nbsp;This is the list of the best Notre Dame football players of all time. If you notice someone is missing, feel free to add him. Vote or rerank this list according to who you think is the greatest Notre Dame Fightin' Irish football player ever.&nbsp;

Wilber Marshall

Hailing from &quot;The Swamp&quot; in Gainesville, Florida, The Gators are one of the most celebrated institutions in college football. The Gators have three national championships to their name, as well as eight SEC-titles in the program's 108-year history. The University of Florida has also produced 31 consensus All-Americans and three Heisman Trophy winners.With 89 First Team All-Americans and 46 NFL first-round draft picks, it is safe to say that the Gators have had some remarkable talent over the years.So, It's up to you now, Rankers. Who is the best Florida Gator ever? You have your work cut out for you. From Tebow to Collinsworth to Emmitt Smith – Steve Spurrier, Jack Youngblood, and Danny Wuerffel and many more. There is no wrong answer!&nbsp;Upvote your picks for the best University of Florida football players now!

John Cappelletti

For years, Penn State was known as one of the great bastions of Northeastern football. Located in State College, PA, the school is known for having some of the greatest college football teams in NCAA history. Some of the best college football players of all time have emerged from the school that&#39;s nicknamed &quot;Linebacker U.&quot;

The storied history of Penn State has resulted in national championships and a loyal, devoted fan and alumni base who proudly call themselves &quot;Penn Staters.&quot; However, the players aren&#39;t slouches either. Franco Harris and Jack Ham are two Hall of Fame players who attended Penn State and were forces on the gridiron in both college and the NFL. In the 1990s, players like Kerry Collins, Ki-Jana Carter, and Kyle Brady bridged the program&#39;s success into the next generation, while the 2000s saw running back Larry Johnson carry the team to greatness.

Who are the best players in Penn State history? Well, that depends on who you ask. If you like hard-nosed, rugged football, you&#39;ll pick a defensive player. Though knowing Penn State&#39;s football history, if you like that brand of football, you may select an offensive lineman who paved the way for the team&#39;s star players to find success.&nbsp;

This is the list of the best Penn State football players of all time. Vote or re-rank the list according to how you see fit. Feel free to add any Penn State players who aren&#39;t already listed below. Then head over and check out the <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-penn-state-nittany-lions-wide-receivers/ranker-college-football" target="_blank">best Penn State wide receivers ever</a>.

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Cortez Kennedy

The Hurricanes from The University of Miami (or, THE U!) is one of the most storied programs in college football history.&nbsp;The Miami Hurricanes football team boasts 5 national titles, 9 conference championships, 2 <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-heisman-trophy-winners-of-all-time/ranker-college-football?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">Heisman Trophy winners</a>, 35 consensus All-Americans, and that's not all. The Canes have also produced the most first round NFL draft picks of any college football program, and also hold the record for most consecutive drafts with at least one first round pick.&nbsp;Not to mention that 10 players from The U are now in the College Football Hall of Fame.There have obviously been some greats at Miami, but who are the greatest? The following is a list of the best Miami Hurricanes ever. What do you think? Upvote&nbsp;the Miami Hurricane football players from any era, who you think are the best University of Miami players ever.

Joey Galloway

A list of the best Ohio State Buckeyes of all time. Since 1890, THE Ohio State University has been one of the most storied programs in college football history. Firstly, using &quot;the&quot; in front of the school name has been a source of pride for most Buckeyes. The school's football team has been one of the best in the NCAA. Ohio State has won seven national championships and its players, some of the most successful in college football history, are also <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/best-heisman-trophy-winners-of-all-time/ranker-college-football">winners of the Heisman Trophy</a>, college football's most prestigious honor. Six Buckeyes have won the Heisman, including Archie Griffin, who is the only two-time winner of the award. Eddie George, the 1995 Heisman winner, is one of the <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/the-best-nfl-running-backs-of-all-time?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">greatest running backs</a> in college history. He set a Buckeyes record when he ran for a whopping 313 yards in a single game versus Illinois. Some of the best Buckeyes players are also on the defensive side of the ball. Despite having a strong NFL career with the Detroit Lions and the Buffalo Bills, middle linebacker Chris Spielman is one of the most beloved Buckeyes player of all time. He was a tackling machine who powered a strong Ohio State defense during the mid-to-late 80s.Some of the best Ohio State players of all time have had their biggest games arch the school's archrival to the north: Michigan. For years, the two schools have battled it out for the Big Ten title, which used to mean a coveted berth in the Rose Bowl on New Year's Day in Pasadena. The best Buckeyes have brought their best to this storied rivalry game and have provided some of the most memorable moments in the series.This is the list of the best Ohio State Buckeyes of all time. If you see someone missing from this list, feel free to add him to this list. Vote or rerank this list according to who you think should be considered the greatest Ohio State player of all time.

Brian Griese

A list of the best Michigan Wolverines football players of all time. When many people think of college football, the University of Michigan is one of the first schools that they associate with the game. Michigan currently has the most wins in college football history and many of college football's greats have worn the maize and blue. Michigan has won or shared 42 league titles; only Oklahoma and Nebraska have more conference championships in college football. Since the inception of the AP Poll in 1936, Michigan has finished in the top 10 a record 37 times. The Wolverines claim 11 national championships, most recently that of the 1997 squad voted atop the final AP Poll.With championships comes great players. Some of the best Michigan players ever have led the school to not only titles, but to the Rose Bowl. The New Year's Day game is a Michigan staple and the Wolverines have played in Pasadena 20 times. Some of Michigan's best players cemented their legacy as famous Michigan football players with strong Rose Bowl performances.Michigan has a rich history of having outstanding players on its rosters. Who wouldn't want to play for the winningest team in college history? That's what attracted <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/best-heisman-trophy-winners-of-all-time/ranker-college-football">Heisman Trophy</a> winners like Desmond Howard and Charles Woodson to the school. Even a former President of the United States played for the Wolverines. Yes, Gerald Ford was a standout footballer before he entered the White House.&nbsp;This is a list of the best Michigan Wolverines football players of all time. If you see someone missing from this list, feel free to add him. Vote or rerank this list of the greatest Michigan Wolverines of all time by who you think should be at the top.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Reinard Wilson

When you think of the pantheon of iconic college football programs, the Florida State Seminoles. The school is widely known for dominating college football for a span beginning in the late 1980s through the early 2000s. Behind legendary coach Bobby Bowden, the Noles maintained a home in the top-5 of the polls. Despite falling off at the end of Bowden's reign, this era produced some of the greatest players in Florida State history. The school became a de-factor feeding factory for the NFL, with a slew of first round draft picks and a number of other players who became fixtures in the pros.The Seminoles have won three national championships, seventeen conference titles, and five division titles. The program has also produced three <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-heisman-trophy-winners-of-all-time/ranker-college-football?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">Heisman Trophy winners</a>, and one NEON DEION. Sanders inspired the Tomahawk Chop, one of the most popular cheers that's associated with a particular school. On top of Deion, quarterbacks Charlie Ward, Chris Weinke and recently, Jameis Winston, are all in an elite group of Heisman Trophy winners who also took a national title back to Tallahassee.&nbsp;Who do you think are the best Seminoles ever, Rankers? Upvote your picks!

Tucker Frederickson

You can't talk college football without talking about the Auburn Tigers. Auburn pumps out some of the <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/best-football-players-ever?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">best football players</a> of all time, many of whom have moved on to the big leagues to become some of the <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/top-25-greatest-nfl-players-of-all-time/hardtack?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">greatest NFL players</a> as well. Who are the greatest Auburn football players of all time?This list is votable and rerankable. Upvote all of your favorite football players who have hailed from AU, and downvote the ones you think aren't so great. Feel free to add any athletes who aren't currently on the list as well.WAR. DAMN. EAGLE.

Ameer Abdullah

A list of the best Nebraska Cornhuskers football players of all time. The Nebraska Cornhuskers are one of college football's traditional powers. The team has won over 800 games are currently the fourth winningest team of all time. But the school couldn't have been consistent winners without help from great players. Some of the best players in college football history have played for Nebraska. There have been <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/best-heisman-trophy-winners-of-all-time/ranker-college-football">Heisman Trophy winners</a> like Johnny Rodgers, Mike Rozier and Eric Crouch, who are considered the top players in Nebraska history. Tommie Frazier didn't have an NFL career, but is considered by many the greatest Cornhusker ever. The quarterback led Nebraska to two national championships during his time in Lincoln, Frazier is one of the most popular players to wear Nebraska's red and white uniform.Nebraska has claimed 43 conference championships and part or all of five national championships: 1970, 1971, 1994, 1995, and 1997. So how was Nebraska able to sustain this success? With a strong roster of great players, which come as no surprise to anyone familiar with Nebraska's long history of having star players on its roster. Some of the best college football players ever have played for Nebraska. Who could forget Ndamukong Suh dominating offensive tackles during the 2009 season? The same goes for Nebraska's powerful offensive linemen who steamrolled defense during the school's dominant years.This is a list of the best Nebraska Cornhuskers football players of all time. If you notice someone is missing from this list, feel free to add him. Vote or rerank this list of the greatest Nebraska Cornhuskers football players in school history.

Kenny Easley

The UCLA Bruins have enjoyed great periods of success and also great periods of strife.Along that winding road, there have been some phenomenal players. Here's a list of the best Bruins of all time. What do you think, Rankers? Who goes where in your book? UpVote your picks now!

Martellus Bennett

Hailing from College Station, Texas, where football is everything, the Aggies of Texas A&amp;M are held to very high standard of excellence. It's Texas. We've all seen &quot;Friday Night Lights.&quot; The Aggies have won three National Championships and Eighteen Conference Titles. Those are undeniable numbers. This is a proud and consistently competitive football program.With two <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-heisman-trophy-winners-of-all-time/ranker-college-football?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">Heisman Trophy winners</a> and 22 Consensus All-Americans, Texas A&amp;M has fostered some terrific individual talent to go along with their stellar team play. But who is the greatest of all time?The following is a list of the best Texas A&amp;M football players ever. It's up to you, Rankers. Vote for who you think the very best Aggies in the history of this storied program.

Jeremy Langford

Michigan State is an athletic powerhouse and their football program is no exception. The Spartans have six national championships to their name as well as eight Big-10 conference championships.Football is a team sport, but Michigan State has had some remarkable talent suit up for them over the years.Who do you think is the best Michigan State Football player ever? Cast your votes for the best Spartans to ever play football at Michigan State and see who is truly the best.

Johnny Majors

The Tennessee Volunteers are one of the most successful teams in NCAA history. Their 49 bowl appearances (3rd all time), 25 bowl game victories (6th all time), 16 conference championships, and six national championships leave little room for arguing with the program's greatness.Team sports aren't about the individual, but here is a list of the best Vols to ever lace 'em up and help make the program the legend that it is today.Upvote your pick for the best Volunteer of all time!

Rocky Calmus

A list of the best Oklahoma Sooners of all time. Beginning in 1895, the University of Oklahoma began its illustrious football program. To many in the Heartland, Oklahoma football has maintained a standard of excellence since that time. The school has been long associated with winning football and has produced some of the best players in college football history. Oklahoma has a history of winning national titles, with seven claimed and a whopping ten unclaimed championships. Oklahoma is known for having one of the most fearsome defensive lines in college football history. Led by pro football Hall of Famer Lee Roy Selmon, Oklahoma can boast having a number of powerhouses along its defensive front. That doesn't even include the school's five <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/best-heisman-trophy-winners-of-all-time/ranker-college-football">Heisman Trophy winners</a>. Sam Bradford is the most recent Oklahoma Sooner to bring the Heisman back to Norman. During his time in school, Bradford set a number of records and was the first overall pick in the 2010 NFL Draft when he was selected by the St. Louis Rams.Other famous players who are considered some of the greatest Sooners ever are flamboyant linebacker Brian Bosworth and running back Adrian Peterson. All Day powered Oklahoma to the 2004 BCS Championship game where it succumbed to USC. In fact, <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-oklahoma-sooners-running-backs/ranker-college-football?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">Oklahoma Sooners running backs</a> have been among the best in college football. Since Bob Stoops became head coach in 1998, Oklahoma has had some of its best players and has a prosperous run. The school is a fixture in both the AP and Coaches Poll.This is the list of the best Oklahoma Sooners football players of all time. If you notice a player who deserves to be on this list, feel free to add him. Vote or rerank this list according to who you think should be considered the greatest Sooners player ever.&nbsp;

Hines Ward

The Georgia Bulldogs are one of College Football's most revered teams. With two national championships, 14 conference championships, appearances in 48 bowl games (the fifth most all-time), and having produced two Heisman Trophy winners, they are consistently a force to be reckoned with.This is a list of the best UGA players of all time. What do you think, Rankers? Who is the best Bulldog ever?

Jerry Gray

A list of the best Texas Longhorns football players of all time. Texas is one of the most highly regarded and historic football programs of all time. The program began in 1893 and currently has the second most wins in NCAA history, trailing only Michigan. Texas is also recognized for their post-season appearances ranking second in number of bowl game appearances (51) and ranked fourth in bowl game victories (27). Why are the Longhorns one of the greatest college football teams ever? Because of the number of outstanding players who have worn the burnt orange. Many of the best players in college football history have played for Texas. Throughout the school's history, Texas's roster has been filled with some college football's biggest stars.&nbsp;Texas football has had some of the <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/the-best-nfl-running-backs-of-all-time?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">greatest running backs</a> in college history. Between Earl Campbell and Ricky Williams, two of the greatest Longhorns ever and <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/best-heisman-trophy-winners-of-all-time/ranker-college-football">Heisman Trophy winners</a>, Texas has a rich history of attracting the country's best recruits to Austin. These two legendary players hold university records and are some of the most beloved Texas Longhorns football players of all time. The same goes for Vince Young. The quarterback led Texas to an iconic victory over heavily favored USC in the 2006 Rose Bowl. Young carried the team to win the national championship in one of the greatest performances by a quarterback in college football history. While his NFL career didn't pan out, in the eyes of Texas Longhorn fans, there is nothing that will ruin the memory of one of the greatest Longhorns in school history.&nbsp;This is a list of the best Texas Longhorns football players of all time. Some of most outstanding players in Texas history and <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/best-football-players-ever?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">famous football players</a> from Texas are on this list. If you think someone is missing, feel free to add him. Vote or rerank the list according to who you think should be considered the greatest Texas Longhorns football player ever.

D'Marco Farr

The Washington Huskies are certainly a top-tier program. With the 19th best winning percentage in NCAA history,&nbsp;15 Pac-10&nbsp;championships, seven Rose Bowl&nbsp;titles, and four national championships, it's hard to argue with their success.No team can achieve great success without great players. The following is a list of the best Washington Huskies ever. What do you think? Upvote your favorites now!

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College football fans, we’re ranking the best Syracuse Orange quarterbacks of all time. It includes every starting quarterback&nbsp;throughout Syracuse Orange history, including current quarterbacks and past ones. This Syracuse football roster has famous All-Americans, Syracuse quarterbacks in the NFL, and Orange players in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Featuring some of the <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/all-time-college-football-quarterbacks/ranker-college-football?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">greatest college quarterbacks</a> of all time, the best Syracuse QBs include Ryan Nassib, Marvin Graves, Donovan McNabb, and Don McPherson.In the 2017 FBS season, the current Syracuse Orange QBs are Eric Dungey, Zack Mahoney, Rex Culpepper, Tommy Devito, Mo Hasan, and Clayton Welch.&nbsp;Who are the greatest quarterbacks in Syracuse Orange history? They're all on this comprehensive list of Syracuse University football players who have played as quarterback.&nbsp;

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Donovan McNabb

Donovan Jamal McNabb (born November 25, 1976) is an American former football quarterback who played in the National Football League (NFL) for 13 seasons, primarily with the Philadelphia Eagles. Before his NFL career, he played football and basketball for Syracuse University. The  Eagles selected him with the second overall pick in the 1999 NFL draft, and McNabb went on to play 11 seasons with the team, followed by a year each with the Washington Redskins and Minnesota Vikings.McNabb was the Eagles' starting quarterback from 1999 to 2009. During his tenure with the Eagles, he led the team to eight playoff appearances (2000–2004, 2006, 2008 and 2009), five NFC East division championships (2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, and 2006), five NFC Championship games (2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, and 2008), and Super Bowl XXXIX, which the Eagles lost to the New England Patriots, 24–21. He also became the Eagles' all-time leader in pass attempts, pass completions, passing yards, and passing touchdowns.McNabb is the fourth quarterback in NFL history to amass more than 30,000 passing yards, 200 TD passes, 3,000 rushing yards and 20 rushing touchdowns in his career. The first three quarterbacks to accomplish this feat were Fran Tarkenton, John Elway, and Steve Young. His 3,469 career yards rushing ranks sixth all-time for NFL quarterbacks.

Don McPherson

Donald G. McPherson (born April 2, 1965) is a former National Football League and Canadian Football League quarterback. He spent seven seasons in the NFL and CFL with the Philadelphia Eagles, Houston Oilers, Hamilton Tiger-Cats, and Ottawa Rough Riders.
He was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in 1988 after a college career at Syracuse University during which he won the Maxwell Award, the Davey O'Brien National Quarterback Award and finished second in the 1987 Heisman Trophy voting.  He also played for the Houston Oilers, Hamilton Tiger-Cats and Ottawa Rough Riders. His accomplishments during his tenure at Syracuse propelled him to be inducted into the NCAA College Football Hall of Fame announced on May 1, 2008.
After retiring from football in 1994, McPherson joined the staff of Northeastern University's Center for the Study of Sport in Society, before becoming the first executive director of the Sports Leadership Institute at Adelphi University.  As a feminist and social activist he has founded several outreach and mentoring programs, and regularly speaks at college campuses as a critic of gender roles, stating that the standard constructions of masculinity and femininity both limit men's emotions and overall well-being as well as contribute to "gendered violence" such as domestic violence, stalking, and rape.  In this capacity he has testified before hearings of the United States House of Representatives.
McPherson is currently a college football commentator for Big East football on regional sports cable network SportsNet New York.He is the younger brother of former NFL player and pastor Miles McPherson.

Eric Dungey

Marvin Graves

Marvin Graves (born February 7, 1971) is a former quarterback in the Canadian Football League as well as one of the top signal-callers in the history of Syracuse University.

Ryan Nassib

Ryan Paul Nassib (born March 10, 1990) is an American football quarterback who is currently a free agent. He played college football at Syracuse. He was drafted by the New York Giants in the fourth round of the 2013 NFL Draft.



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Todd Philcox

Todd Philcox (born September 25, 1966 in Norwalk, Connecticut) is a former NFL quarterback.

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Rick Cassata

Rick Cassata is an American former gridiron football quarterback who played seven seasons in the Canadian Football League for five different teams. He led the Ottawa Rough Riders to victory in the 61st Grey Cup. He also played with The Hawaiians in the World Football League in 1975. He played at Tonawanda High School before playing college football at Syracuse University. In 2002 he was inducted into the Greater Buffalo Sports Hall of Fame.

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Terrel Hunt

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Bob Woodruff

George Robert Woodruff (March 14, 1916 – November 1, 2001) was an American college football player, coach, and sports administrator. Woodruff was a native of Georgia and an alumnus of the University of Tennessee, where he played college football.  He was best known as the head coach of the Baylor University and University of Florida football teams, and later, as the athletic director at the University of Tennessee.

College football fans, we’re ranking the best Syracuse Orange quarterbacks of all time. It includes every starting quarterback&nbsp;throughout Syracuse Orange ...