Steve Hutchinson NFL Hall of Fame

Steve Hutchinson Hall Of Fame NFL

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Steve Hutchinson

Inducted:
2020

Steve Hutchinson NFL Hall of Fame

Player Stats 

6 ft 5 in (1.96 m)
313 lb (142 kg)

Born: 
November 1, 1977
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, U.S.

Position: 
Guard

College:
Michigan (1996–2000)

Steve Hutchinson, born November 1, 1977, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, was one of the most dominant guards of his era. Over a 12-year NFL career with the Seattle Seahawks, Minnesota Vikings, and Tennessee Titans, he became the model of power, technique, and consistency on the offensive line.

Hutchinson was a key part of Seattle’s run to Super Bowl XL, paving the way for one of the league’s top rushing attacks. Later in Minnesota, he continued his excellence by protecting quarterbacks and opening lanes for star running back Adrian Peterson. Known for his durability and leadership, Hutchinson started 169 career games and earned a reputation as one of the toughest interior linemen in football.

His efforts were recognized with seven Pro Bowl selections, five First-Team All-Pro honors, and a spot on the NFL’s 2000s All-Decade Team. Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2020, Hutchinson is remembered as one of the greatest guards in NFL history.

Hutchinson's Awards and Honors

  • 5× First-team All-Pro (2003, 2005, 2007–2009)
  • 2× Second-team All-Pro (2004, 2006)
  • 7× Pro Bowl (2003–2009)
  • First-team All-American (1999)
  • NFL 2000s All-Decade Team
  • Big Ten Offensive Lineman of the Year (2000)

NFL Records

    • Key blocker in Shaun Alexander’s 2005 MVP season with Seattle
    • Anchored Vikings offensive line during Adrian Peterson’s record-setting years
    • Regarded as one of the best guards of his generation

    NFL Teams

    Seattle Seahawks (2001–2005)
    Minnesota Vikings (2006–2011)
    Tennessee Titans (2012)

    NFL Draft:
    2001: 1st round, 17th overall pick
    Seattle Seahawks

    Number Worn:
    76, 73

    NFL Stats

    Seasons:
    12 (2001–2012)
    Games Played:
    169
    Games Started:
    169
    Fumble recoveries:
    6
    Super Bowl Appearances:
    1 (Super Bowl XL with Seahawks)