Mike Haynes
Inducted:
1997
Player Stats
6 ft 2 in (1.88 m)
192 lb (87 kg)
Born:
July 1, 1953
Denison, Texas, U.S.
Position:
Cornerback
College:
Arizona State (1971–1974)
Mike Haynes was one of the greatest cornerbacks in NFL history, known for his exceptional coverage skills, speed, and intelligence on the field. Drafted fifth overall in 1976 by the New England Patriots, he made an immediate impact, earning NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year honors. Haynes played seven seasons with the Patriots before being traded to the Los Angeles Raiders in 1983, where he helped lead the team to victory in Super Bowl XVIII.
Renowned for his ability to shut down the league’s top receivers, he was selected to nine Pro Bowls and named to the NFL’s 75th and 100th Anniversary All-Time Teams. Over his 14-year career, Haynes recorded 46 interceptions and 688 return yards. His combination of athleticism, technique, and football IQ set a standard for the position. In 1997, he was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, solidifying his legacy as one of the finest defensive backs to ever play the game.
Haynes's Awards and Honors
- 9× Pro Bowl selection
- NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year (1976)
- 2× First-team All-Pro
- Super Bowl XVIII Champion
- NFL 75th Anniversary All-Time Team
- NFL 100th Anniversary All-Time Team
NFL Records
- Considered one of the most complete cornerbacks in NFL history
- Key defensive leader in Raiders’ 1983 Super Bowl victory
NFL Teams
New England Patriots (1976–1982)
Los Angeles Raiders (1983–1989)
