Alan Faneca
Inducted:
2021
Player Stats
6 ft 5 in (1.96 m)
316 lb (143 kg)
Born:
December 7, 1976
New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S.
Position:
Guard
College:
LSU (1994–1997)
Alan Faneca was one of the most consistent and physically dominant offensive linemen of his era. Drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers in 1998, he quickly became the anchor of their offensive line, known for his power in the run game and sharp technique in pass protection.
Faneca helped pave the way for multiple 1,000-yard rushers and was a crucial part of the Steelers’ Super Bowl XL championship team. Over a 13-year NFL career, Faneca earned nine Pro Bowl selections and six First-Team All-Pro honors, playing in 206 games and starting 201 of them. He also had stints with the Jets and Cardinals, bringing leadership and toughness to every locker room.
In 2021, Faneca was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, recognized as one of the premier guards of his generation.
Faneca's Awards and Honors
- Super Bowl champion (XL)
- 6× First-team All-Pro (2001, 2002, 2004–2007)
- 2× Second-team All-Pro (2003, 2008)
- 9× Pro Bowl (2001–2009)
- Pittsburgh Steelers All-Time Team
- 2× First-team All-SEC (1996, 1997)
NFL Records
- NFL 2000s All-Decade Team
- Super Bowl XL Champion
- Named to the NFL 2000s All-Decade Team
- Started 144 consecutive games between 2000 and 2009
- Widely recognized as one of the best pulling guards
NFL Teams
Pittsburgh Steelers (1998–2007)
New York Jets (2008–2009)
Arizona Cardinals (2010)
NFL Draft:
1998: 1st round, 26th pick
Pittsburgh Steelers
Number Worn:
65, 66
NFL Stats
Seasons:
13 (1998–2010)
Games Played:
206
Games Started:
201
Fumble recoveries:
11
Super Bowl Appearances:
1 (Super Bowl XL)
Super Bowl Wins:
1 (Super Bowl XL – Steelers over Seahawks)
