Devin Hester Hall Of Fame NFL

Devin Hester, one of the most electrifying return specialists in NFL history, redefined the role of special teams during his career. Drafted by the Chicago Bears in 2006, he made an immediate impact by returning six kicks and punts for touchdowns in his rookie season, a league record. Known for his blazing speed, vision, and game-changing ability, Hester holds the all-time NFL record with 20 combined return touchdowns and 14 punt return touchdowns.

He famously opened Super Bowl XLI with a 92-yard kickoff return for a touchdown, the first in the game’s history. Hester also spent time with the Atlanta Falcons, Baltimore Ravens, and Seattle Seahawks, contributing as both a returner and receiver. His rare ability to shift momentum in a single play earned him three First-Team All-Pro selections and four Pro Bowl nods.

Widely regarded as the greatest return man ever, Hester was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2024.

Hester's Awards and Honors

• Pro Football Hall of Fame (2024)
• 3× First-Team All-Pro (2006, 2007, 2010)
• 4× Pro Bowl (2006, 2007, 2010, 2014)
• 2× NFL kickoff return yards leader (2013, 2014)
• 2× NFL punt return yards leader (2006, 2010)
• 100 Greatest Bears of All-Time
• First-team All-American (2004)

NFL Records

• NFL 2000s All-Decade Team
• NFL 2010s All-Decade Team
• NFL 100th Anniversary All-Time Team
• Most career combined return touchdowns (20)
• Most career punt return touchdowns (14)
• Most return touchdowns in a season: 6
• Only player to return the opening kickoff of a Super Bowl for a touchdown

NFL Teams

Chicago Bears (2006–2013)
Atlanta Falcons (2014–2015)
Baltimore Ravens (2016)
Seattle Seahawks (2016)