He finished his Kentucky career with 1,451 yards and 12 touchdowns.īlanda was a sophomore when Bryant arrived in Lexington. If you asked him to play defense, he might have. Everything for the Wildcats serving as quarterback, kicker and punter. Before Namath at Alabama, there was George Blanda in Kentucky. Joe Namath wasn’t the only legendary quarterback to line up under center for Paul “Bear” Bryant. Perhaps even more endearing to Volunteer fans is the fact that Manning returned to Knoxville for his senior season, despite the fact that he’d already graduated and was a high NFL draft projection. 16 tossed for 11,201 yards and 89 touchdowns in his career. Name a Tennessee passing record and Manning surely owns it or owned it at some point. As a freshman, Manning subbed-in for an injured Todd Helton and Jerry Colquitt. Peyton Manning basically Wally Pipped his way into the Tennessee starting quarterback role. Although he didn’t get in the game, his self-sacrifice for the betterment of the team resonated with the fans and a new tradition - one that has since been emulated across the county - was born. King jumped from the press box, quickly suited up and took his spot on the sideline. Bible called for King from the press box where the basketball player sat and helped writers identify players. Realizing he needed to fill a roster spot in a 1922, A&M coach Dana X. But only one can claim to be the original 12th Man. Many teams attempt to harness the power of the 12th man. Side note: Alabama freshman David Cornwell currently wears No. 12 at Alabama, you’d better be ready to earn it. Bryant led Alabama to six national titles, 14 SEC championships and 323 career wins. Namath finished his three seasons in Tuscaloosa with 2,713 yards and 24 touchdowns. The tandem led the Crimson Tide to the national title in 1964, Broadway Joe’s final year at Alabama. Notable ‘Bama legends to don the digit on their back include Brodie Croyle, Greg McElroy and Ken Stabler.īut for the most part, it’s nearly impossible to beat Joe Namath and Paul “Bear” Bryant when it comes to the No. 12 at Alabama? An argument could be made that it’s the most prestigious number in all of sports - or, at least, in college football. 12, Alabama: Joe Namath/Paul “Bear” Bryant
He also pocketed six SEC championships and five coach of the year awards. Spurrier returned to Florida in 1990 to pilot the Gators to a national title in 1996 - against Florida State, no less - and eight AP top-10 finishes. He left Florida with 4,848 passing yards and 37 touchdowns. He was Steve Spurrier, two-time All-American, Heisman winner and general wrecking ball of a man. Once upon a time Steve Spurrier wasn’t known as the Ol’ Ball Coach. Here’s a look at some of the more sacred jersey numbers in SEC history: No.
Had jersey sales been a viable thing back in the day, these would have been among the top-selling threads worn at SEC stadiums. Others used their talents on the field and returned to lead their alma maters on the sideline. Many of the players on our list endeared themselves to their fans by being freakish athletes with hearts bigger than their talents. The SEC has no shortage of legendary numbers digits that are instantly recognizable and indelible within the conference’s rich history. Jersey numbers are considered sacred in the world of sports.
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