Wellington Mara
Inducted:
1997
Player Stats
Born:
August 14, 1916
Rochester, New York, U.S.
Died:
October 25, 2005
Rye, New York, U.S.
Position:
Team Owner
College:
Fordham
Wellington Mara was one of the most respected and influential figures in NFL history, serving as co-owner of the New York Giants for over six decades. The son of Giants founder Tim Mara, Wellington joined the organization as a teenager and helped guide it through eras of transformation, both on and off the field. His leadership was marked by loyalty, fairness, and a deep commitment to the game’s integrity. Under his stewardship, the Giants became one of the league’s most stable and successful franchises, winning six NFL Championships and two Super Bowls.
Beyond team success, Mara played a key role in shaping the NFL’s rise to prominence, particularly through his advocacy for revenue sharing, which ensured league-wide parity and growth. Revered by players, coaches, and executives alike, Wellington Mara embodied class and sportsmanship throughout his life. In recognition of his lifelong contributions, Wellington Mara was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1997.
Mara's Awards and Honors
- 2× Super Bowl Champion (XXI, XXV)
- 6× NFL Champion (pre-Super Bowl era)
- Pro Football Hall of Fame (1997)
- New York Giants Ring of Honor
Notable Achievements
- Instrumental in implementing NFL revenue sharing
- Served more than 60 years in NFL leadership
- Respected as one of the league’s most influential owners and ambassadors
NFL Teams
New York Giants (1959–2005)
NFL Stats
Executive Tenure:
1937–2005
Franchise:
New York Giants
NFL Championships:
4 (1927, 1934, 1938, 1956)
Super Bowl champion:
2 (XXI, XXV)