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Warren Sapp

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Position: DT
Jersey #: 99
Date of Birth: December 19, 1972
Height / Weight: 6'2" / 300 lbs
Drafted: Round , Pick 12 in 1995 by TB
First Team: TB (1995)
Last Team: OAK (2007)

Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Warren Sapp - Career Overview

Position: Defensive Tackle (DT)
Date of Birth: December 19, 1972

Career Timeline

  • Tampa Bay Buccaneers (1995-2003)
    • Drafted in the 1st round (12th overall) of the 1995 NFL Draft.
    • Played a pivotal role in transforming the Buccaneers’ defense into one of the top units in the league.
    • Selected to the Pro Bowl 6 times (1997-2003).
    • Named First-Team All-Pro 4 times (1999-2002).
    • Key contributor to the Buccaneers' Super Bowl XXXVII victory in 2003.
    • Recorded 96.5 career sacks with Tampa Bay, ranking among the franchise leaders.
  • Oakland Raiders (2004-2007)
    • Signed with the Raiders in 2004.
    • Continued to showcase his defensive prowess, earning a Pro Bowl selection in 2005.
    • Contributed to the team's defensive line until his retirement in 2007.

Highlights and Accomplishments

  • Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2013.
  • Named the NFL Defensive Player of the Year in 1999.
  • Member of the NFL 1990s All-Decade Team.
  • Ranked among the top 100 players in NFL history by various publications.
  • Known for his disruptive play style and ability to rush the passer from the defensive tackle position.

Legacy

Warren Sapp is widely regarded as one of the greatest defensive tackles in NFL history. His impact on the game, particularly in the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' defensive resurgence, and his charismatic personality have made him a beloved figure in the sport. After retiring, Sapp transitioned to a career in media, providing analysis and commentary on football.

Source: gpt-4o-mini


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