Cornelius Bennett: Career Overview

Date of Birth: August 25, 1965

Position: Linebacker (LB)

Career Timeline

• Buffalo Bills (1987-1995)
  • Drafted in the first round (2nd overall) of the 1987 NFL Draft.
  • Played a key role in the Bills' defense during their four consecutive Super Bowl appearances (1990-1993).
  • Named to the Pro Bowl three times (1988, 1989, 1990).
  • Selected as an All-Pro in 1988 and 1990.
• Atlanta Falcons (1996-1999)
  • Continued his successful career, contributing significantly on defense.
  • Helped the Falcons reach Super Bowl XXXIII in the 1998 season.
  • Known for his leadership and experience on the young Falcons roster.
• Indianapolis Colts (2000)
  • Finished his NFL career with the Colts, providing veteran presence on the team.
  • Played in limited games, but his experience was valuable to the team's defensive strategies.

Career Highlights and Accomplishments

• Pro Bowl Selection: 3 times (1988, 1989, 1990)
• First-Team All-Pro: 2 times (1988, 1990)
• Inducted into the Buffalo Bills Wall of Fame in 2005.
• Recorded over 1,100 tackles, 57 sacks, and 27 interceptions throughout his career.
• Known for his exceptional athleticism and versatility on defense.

Legacy

Cornelius Bennett is remembered as one of the premier linebackers of his era, making significant contributions to each team he played for, particularly the Buffalo Bills, where he became a defensive cornerstone. His leadership, skills, and accomplishments have left a lasting impact on the NFL.