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List of famous alumni from Ohio State University, with photos when available. OSU alumni have a lot to be proud of, as many well-known people were once Buckeyes during their college years. Prominent graduates from Ohio State University include celebrities, politicians, business people, athletes and more. Many <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/top-25-greatest-nfl-players-of-all-time/hardtack?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">famous NFL football players</a> emerged from the school as well, including Nick Mangold, A.J Hawk, and Cris Carter. This list of distinguished Ohio State University alumni is loosely ordered by relevance, so the <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/most-famous-actors-right-now/celebrity-lists?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">most recognizable celebrities</a> who attended Ohio State University are at the top of the list. This directory is not just composed of graduates of this school, as some of the famous people on this list didn't necessarily earn a degree from Ohio State University. Alumni include John Havlicek, Jeffrey Dahmer and more. This list answers the questions “Which famous people went to Ohio State University?” and “Which celebrities are Ohio State University alumni?”

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List of the most famous (American) football defensive ends in the history of the sport, listed by popularity with photos of the players when available. There have been many legendary defensive ends in the NFL and NCAA, and you'll find all of them on this list below. Some of these men are considered to be the <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/greatest-defensive-ends-of-all-time?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">best defensive ends</a> to ever play the game, and if you're looking for a specific football player you can look for them by using the "search" function on this list. These amazing defensive ends may currently be active while others have been retired for quite sometime. This list of the top defensive ends in American football includes all the greats from both the NFL and college football. You can rank all of these items, from Reggie White to Alan Page.This list answers the questions, "Who is the greatest defensive end of all time?" and "Who are the best defensive ends of all time?"

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Jim Marshall

James Lawrence Marshall (born December 30, 1937) is a former American football player who was a defensive end for the Cleveland Browns (1960) and the Minnesota Vikings (1961–1979). At the time of his retirement, he owned the career records for most consecutive starts (270) and games played (282). The Vikings retired his No. 70. He is famous for his "wrong-way run" with the Vikings, in which he recovered a fumble and returned it 66 yards in the wrong direction and into his own end zone, resulting in a safety.
He was born in Wilsonville, in Boyle County, Kentucky, near Parksville and now resides in St. Louis Park, Minnesota.

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One of the hot topics of debate not only among NFL fans but pundits as well is who is the best football player of all time. Fans will also enjoy the <a href="http://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/top-10-nfl-coaches-in-history">best NFL coaches of all time</a> and the <a href="http://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/best-quarterbacks-in-the-nfl-right-now">best NFL quarterbacks currently in the league</a>. It&#39;s a very difficult question to answer and one that can&#39;t be answered very easily. Would&nbsp;you rank a quarterback above an offensive lineman or a defensive end versus a wide receiver?&nbsp;Many of the players on this list have been inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, so this is a list of the best of the best NFL players.

All time greats like Jim Brown and&nbsp;Jerry Rice and&nbsp;legends like Joe Montana and Lawrence Taylor deserve to be on this list. These players were famous stars in&nbsp;the league when they played, causing&nbsp;chaos on the field,&nbsp;terrorizing&nbsp;opponents, and breaking their fans&#39; hearts.&nbsp;Fans of American football can agree that regardless of position, the players on this list should be considered among the best <a href="http://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/best-college-football-players-of-2012?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">football players</a> ever. These players&#39; stats and overall influence on the way the game was played factor into why they&#39;re considered the 100 best ever.

Vote for the football player you consider to be <a href="http://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/best-athletes-of-all-time?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">the greatest of all time</a>. It&#39;s not an easy choice and you pretty much can&#39;t go wrong with any of these superstar NFL players. There&#39;s a reason why they&#39;re considered the best football players ever and this your chance to choose who is the best of the best.

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People who should be in the Pro Football Hall of Fame include those talented and <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/top-25-greatest-nfl-players-of-all-time/hardtack?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">legendary NFL players</a>, coaches, owners and other team members who have been snubbed for induction in the hall. Be it from a competitive induction class, off-field issues or just a lack of love from the voters, these men are all deserving of that bronze statue in Canton, Ohio, but as of 2013, have yet to receive that honor.For a great many of these NFL greats, enshrinement in the Pro Football Hall of Fame hasn't happened yet, but likely will as the years pass on. Many times a legendary player, coach or owner will be nominated for induction multiple times before they are selected. Michael Strahan, Charles Haley, Jerome Bettis and Andre Reed are all players who fall into that category. They've each received nominations and were even selected as finalists but were not inducted through 2013.Other NFL players, owners and coaches never received a single nomination or were voted as a finalist several times before dropping out of contention completely. These include many of the <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/top-25-greatest-nfl-players-of-all-time/hardtack" target="_blank">greatest football players of all time</a> such as quarterback Ken Anderson, running backs Terrell Davis, Larry Brown and Tiki Barber, and even legendary punter Ray Guy, who despite being called the greatest punter to ever play the game and earning a finalist nod seven times, has yet to be inducted.But this list is not just limited to star players who were snubbed by the Pro Football Hall of Fame. There's many coaches, owners and other prominent figures deserving of enshrinement. Robert Kraft, Art Modell, Edward DeBartolo, Jr. and even Paul Tagliabue all changed the game of football in one way or another yet they've not so far seen their bust in Canton.While we can hope that many of these fine men are inducted in future classes, if history serves right, there will always be mistakes and those overlooked. On the other hand, there are also plenty of <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/most-undeserving-members-of-the-pro-football-hall-of-fame/pedro-cerrano" target="_blank">undeserving members of the Pro Football Hall of Fame</a> too to balance things out, though not for the better.

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This list of the greatest defenders in NFL history is here to decide definitively who is the best defender in NFL history. These are beasts of men who played for some of the <a href="http://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/the-best-sports-franchises-of-all-time">best sports franchises ever</a> and were (or are) among the <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/top-25-greatest-nfl-players-of-all-time/hardtack">best NFL players of all time</a>. These NFL legends are all here, in one place, so you can vote on the best NFL defender to ever play football.Some of these exceptional NFL players include the legendary Dick Butkus, &quot;Mean&quot; Joe Greene, and hard hitter-turned-coach Mike Singletary. Whatever it is that you factor into the skills of the best NFL defenders (speed, aggression, determination, stamina), these NFL players are the best at what they do from a defensive player standpoint. What makes a great NFL defender? Who are the best NFL defenders of all time? Who is the top NFL defender in history? You decide! Vote for the NFL players you think make the biggest impact as defensive players and vote them up to the top of this list of the greatest defenders in NFL history. If you don't see your favorite NFL defender on this top NFL defenders list, make sure to add him so others can revel in his athletic glory. So who are the best defensive players in NFL history? Vote!Check out more lists like the<a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/top-25-greatest-nfl-players-of-all-time/hardtack">&nbsp;best NFL players in history</a>, the<a href="http://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/the-best-quarterbacks-of-all-time"> top quarterbacks</a>, and <a href="http://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/top-25-greatest-linebackers-of-all-time">the greatest linebackers of all time</a>.&nbsp;

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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.

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When it comes to striking fear into an opposing offense, having a great defensive end can be a game changer. A lightning quick defensive end can cause chaos for offense by interrupting a quarterback's rhythm by rushing and hitting him. A great defensive end is double teamed most of the time, allowing for his counterpart to blow up an offense's scheme. A great defensive end isn't measured by stats, though having a lot of sacks certainly doesn't hurt his claim to being one of the greatest of all time. There are a lot of familiar faces on the list of greatest defensive ends of all time. Famous defensive ends like Reggie White, Michael Strahan and Jack Youngblood are some of the toughest and menacing players in the league. White and Strahan were considered the best defensive ends of their generation. Strahan currently holds the single season record for sacks in a season. Youngblood cemented his status as the toughest player in the NFL when he played in Super Bowl XIV with a broken leg.Selecting who the greatest defensive end of all time isn't easy, especially since most of these defensive ends either are in or will be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. But you can vote for who you feel is the best-ever on this Ultimate List.

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A list of the best Minnesota Vikings of all time. Formed in 1961, the Minnesota Vikings have been one of the NFL&#39;s hard luck franchises. The team has had a lot of success, making the Super Bowl in 1969 along with 25 playoff berths since the AFL-NFL merger in 1970. But despite that and three more Super Bowl appearances, the Vikings have yet to win a Super Bowl championship. That isn&#39;t due to the lack of great players. The Vikings have had a number of superstars wear the purple and gold. For years, the Purple People Eaters, the nickname for the Vikings defensive line, were one of the most intimidating in the league. The <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/minnesota-vikings-hall-of-famers/ranker-sports" target="_blank">Vikings had several Hall of Famers</a> suit up for them during their Super Bowl years like Fran Tarkenton, Alan Page and Ron Yary. These players are considered some of the <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/best-football-players-ever?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">best football players of all time</a>.

The Vikings have drafted well over the years. They&#39;ve drafted two of the best players ever in Randy Moss and 2012 NFL MVP Adrian Peterson. In 1990, the team successfully claimed Cris Carter off waivers. Carter was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2013 and is one of the best wide receivers in football history.

This is the list of the greatest Minnesota Vikings of all time. If you think someone should be on this list of the best Vikings of all time, then feel free to add him to the list. Vote or rerank this list of the greatest Minnesota Vikings ever, then head over and check out some of the <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-minnesota-vikings-kickers-ever/ranker-nfl" target="_blank">best Vikings kickers ever</a>.

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How many celebrities named Jim can you think of? The famous Jimmys below have many different professions, as this list includes notable actors named Jim, athletes named Jimmy, and even political figures named Jim.&nbsp;

Jim Carrey is one of the comedians named Jim on this list. Other famous Jims include actors Jim Parsons and Jim Rash. Jim Gaffigan is another of the famous <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/list-of-famous-stand-up-comedians/reference?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">comedians named James</a>. There are also famous musicians named Jim on this list, such as Jim Morrison. Jim Croce, of course, has a spot on this list, as one of the <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/most-famous-singers-right-now/celebrity-lists?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">most famous singers</a> called James.

Read on for the rest of our list of famous people named Jimmy. If we are missing any of your favorite <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/famous-people-named-james-v1/reference?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">famous people named James</a>, simply add them to the list! Then vote up the Jimmy you think is the most famous.&nbsp;

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Here&rsquo;s a list of the <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/best-football-players-ever?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">best NFL players</a> from Kentucky. Kentucky may be known for its basketball, but it has also been home to some great football players.&nbsp;The Bluegrass State has plenty of players who have collected Super Bowl rings, gold Hall of Fame jackets, and those who could be considered among <a href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/best-football-players-ever" target="_blank">the best players in football history</a>.

Vote for who you think are the top NFL players from Kentucky and add any of your favorites missing from the list!

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Oakland Athletics managers have actually coached the team in three different cities, but the question stands - who is the <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/greatest-oakland-athletics-of-all-time/ranker-baseball?ref=collections&amp;pos=20&amp;ltype=l&amp;l=944145&amp;g=1">best Oakland Athletics</a> manager of all time? This list ranks every Oakland Athletics manager in the team's history from best to worst according to the votes of baseball fans like you. Consider all the Oakland A's managers, even going back to when they were the Philadelphia Athletics and the Kansas City Athletics. Vote up the best and winningest skippers in Athletics franchise history. Connie Mack has to be a part of any conversation about the best Oakland A's coaches. He managed the Athletics for their first fifty seasons. In that time, Mack would win 3,582 games and five World Series championships. Dick Williams also had great success as the manager of the Athletics. Williams would lead the Athletics to back-to-back World Series championships in 1972 and 1973. So who is the greatest Oakland Athletics skipper of all time? Your votes determine the answer, so vote up the best Oakland A's managers and vote down the coaches who just didn't cut it. Then rerank and check to see if your top coaches are among the <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/best-mlb-managers-of-all-time/ranker-baseball">greatest baseball coaches</a> in the history of the game!

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These are the best NFL players to have their numbers retired by the team where they made the biggest impact. Not every player in the NFL gets their jersey retired, it is an honor bestowed upon the best players of a franchise. The Chicago Bears have the most retired jerseys, with 14 numbers never to be worn again. Does that mean a Chicago Bear like Walter Payton will be voted to the top of this list? While all of these football players are great at the game, having your number retired does not automatically get you into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Players on this list that have been elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame are noted.

On a side note, Reggie White is the only player in the NFL to have his number retired by two teams, the Philadelphia&nbsp;Eagles and the Green Bay Packers.

Look below to see all the numbers retired in the NFL and if your favorite player has had their number retired. Then vote up the players that you think played the game the best. This list does not have current players because they are still using their numbers and it does not have numbers that were retired for coaches, managers, or owners. This list is for players only and will determine the best NFL players to have had their number retired.

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So many Chicago Cubs managers have led the team that it only makes sense to ask: Who is the <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/best-mlb-managers-of-all-time/ranker-baseball">best Chicago Cubs</a> manager of all time? This list ranks every Chicago Cubs manager from best to worst based on your votes. So vote up your top Chicago Cubs coaches even if your favorite skippers aren't among the <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/greatest-chicago-cubs-of-all-time/ranker-baseball">greatest baseball managers </a>ever. Frank Chance managed the Cubs from 1905-1912. Chance's Cubs won four NL pennants in 1906, 1907, 1908, and 1910, and won the only two World Series titles in franchise history. Fred Mitchell managed the Cubs to the 1918 National League Championship. Despite Mitchell's success with the Cubs, he is still not a member of the Baseball Hall of Fame.This isn't the Baseball Hall of Fame, though. On this list of Chicago Cubs managers, you it's up to you. So&nbsp; who is the greatest Chicago Cubs skipper of all time? Vote up the best Cubs coaches and downvote any manager you think contributed directly that to the MLB's longest championship drought.

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Being a fairly common name, it's no surprise there are a lot of famous people with the last name Marshall. Do you recognize all the celebrities whose last name is Marshall on this list? Although not all of these people are related, they are all famous people with Marshall as their surname. From athletes and actors to musicians and political figures, this list provides images of each famous Marshall along with information about their lives. If your surname is also Marshall, you very well could be related to some of the well-known people on this list. Examples of famous Marshalls include Brandon Marshall, Penny Marshall, and Jim Marshall, but there are plenty of others on this list to learn about other than just those three. If you want to know more about each celebrity Marshall, click their corresponding row and more information will appear. In some cases you can click the person's name and see what other lists of ours they are ranked on.

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