Steve Hutchinson
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Career Summary
Steve Hutchinson was a Hall of Fame NFL guard who started all 169 games of his 12-season career.
NFL.com lists 169 games and 169 starts, with Seattle from 2001 through 2005, Minnesota from 2006 through 2011, and Tennessee in 2012.
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College Career
Hutchinson became a decorated offensive lineman and four-year starter at Michigan after arriving as a defensive lineman.
The College Football Hall of Fame says he moved to the offensive line during his redshirt season and became a unanimous first-team All-American in 2000. The National Football Foundation notes he was only the second Michigan player to earn first-team All-Big Ten recognition in four seasons.
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Path to the NFL
Seattle selected Hutchinson 17th overall in the first round of the 2001 NFL Draft.
The Pro Football Hall of Fame identifies him as a Michigan guard selected by the Seahawks with the 17th overall pick.
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NFL Career
Hutchinson started every game he played for Seattle, Minnesota, and Tennessee from 2001 through 2012.
He made 16 starts in each of his first five Seattle seasons, followed by six seasons in Minnesota and a final 12-start season in Tennessee.
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Career Accomplishments
Hutchinson earned seven consecutive Pro Bowl selections and multiple first-team All-Pro honors.
The Pro Football Hall of Fame credits him with seven straight Pro Bowls from 2004 through 2010 and six first-team All-Pro selections. The Vikings also identify five first-team AP All-Pro honors and seven consecutive Pro Bowl appearances.
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Playing Style
Hutchinson was an elite interior offensive lineman recognized for long-term performance at guard.
His seven straight Pro Bowls, repeated All-Pro honors, and 169 consecutive career starts document the sustained level of his play at the position.
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Legacy
Hutchinson's career was honored with induction into both the Pro Football Hall of Fame and the College Football Hall of Fame.
He was elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2020, and the College Football Hall of Fame lists him in its 2024 class.
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Post-Career
Hutchinson joined Minnesota's front office after retirement.
The Vikings list him in their front office and describe his honors from his playing career, including his 2020 Pro Football Hall of Fame induction.
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19330, 00-0020466, 1977-11-01, Steve Hutchinson, Steven, Hutchinson
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