Alan Faneca - Career Overview

Date of Birth: December 7, 1976

Position: Guard (G)

Career Timeline

• Pittsburgh Steelers (1998-2007)
  • Drafted in the 1st round of the 1998 NFL Draft (No. 26 overall).
  • Played a key role in the Steelers' offense, contributing to the team's success.
  • Helped lead the Steelers to victory in Super Bowl XL (2005 season).
  • Selected to the Pro Bowl six times (2001-2006).
  • Named a First-team All-Pro three times (2002, 2003, 2004).
• New York Jets (2008)
  • Signed a five-year contract with the Jets, making an immediate impact on the offensive line.
  • Continued to showcase his Pro Bowl-caliber skills during the season.
• Arizona Cardinals (2009-2010)
  • Joined the Cardinals in 2009, contributing his experience and leadership to the team's offensive line.
  • Retired after the 2010 season.

Highlights and Accomplishments

• Super Bowl Champion: 1 (XL)
• Pro Bowl Selections: 9 times (2000-2008)
• First-team All-Pro: 3 times (2002, 2003, 2004)
• Second-team All-Pro: 3 times (2001, 2005, 2006)
• Named to the NFL 2000s All-Decade Team

Legacy

Alan Faneca is widely regarded as one of the best guards of his era, known for his strength, agility, and ability to protect the quarterback as well as create opportunities for the running game. His contributions to the Pittsburgh Steelers, particularly during their Super Bowl-winning season, solidified his place in NFL history. In 2021, Faneca was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, further cementing his legacy in the sport.