Shannon Sharpe
Inducted:
2011
Player Stats
6 ft 2 in (1.88 m)
228 lb (103 kg)
Born:
June 26, 1968
Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
Position:
Tight End
College:
Savannah State (1986–1989)
Shannon Sharpe became one of the most impactful tight ends in NFL history, redefining the position with his speed, strength, and ability to create mismatches. Drafted by the Denver Broncos in 1990, he quickly grew into a primary offensive weapon and a trusted target for John Elway. Sharpe played a major role in Denver’s back-to-back Super Bowl championships in the late 1990s and added a third ring with the Baltimore Ravens in 2000.
His combination of big-play ability and consistency helped elevate the tight end position into a modern offensive force. By the time he retired, Sharpe held NFL records for receptions, receiving yards, and touchdowns by a tight end. His leadership, durability, and postseason performances strengthened his legacy as one of the game’s greats. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2011.
Sharpe's Awards and Honors
- 3× Super Bowl champion (XXXII, XXXIII, XXXV)
- 4× First-team All-Pro (1993, 1996–1998)
- Second-team All-Pro (1995)
- 8× Pro Bowl (1992–1998, 2001)
- NFL 1990s All-Decade Team
NFL Records
- Most receiving yards by a tight end in a game: 214
- Longest touchdown reception in a postseason game: 96 yards
- First tight end in NFL history to surpass 10,000 receiving yards
- Recorded a 214-yard playoff game, one of the highest ever by a tight end
NFL Teams
Denver Broncos (1990–1999,2002–2003)
Baltimore Ravens (2000–2001)
NFL Draft:
1990: 7th round, 192nd overall pick
Denver Broncos
Number Worn:
81, 84, 82
NFL Stats
Seasons:
14 (1990–2003)
Games Played:
204
Games Started:
169
Receptions:
815
Receiving yards:
10,060
Receiving touchdowns:
62
Yards per reception:
12.3
