Drexler and Olajuwon failed to win an NCAA title at Houston. The major league average in that stretch: 4.62. Career Stats with 49ers: 35,124passing yards, 244 passing touchdowns, 123 interceptions, 63.7completion percentage, 93.5 passer rating, 414 carries, 1,595 rushing yards, 20 rushing touchdowns. -- Katie Barnes, G | Seattle Storm (2002-present) For a span of about 15 minutes early in the day, Vanderbilt and Connecticut were the talk of college football. Smith was one of those well-rounded defensive ends who just found ways to win. He has not only been one of the best freshmen in the country, but he's been one of the SEC's best defensive players. Plus, watch live games, clips and highlights for your favorite teams! Here's the new AP top 25 poll entering Week 5. Known as The Jet due to his ridiculous speed for a fullback, Perry was the first African-American player to earn the NFL MVP award. Is West Virginia's first victory against Oklahoma since the Mountaineers (4-6) joined the Big 12 enough for coach Neal Brown to keep his job in Morgantown? Whalen's greatest success came after a trade that sent her home to Minnesota. But how do all of those players stack up when compared against each other? I was never more sore after a game than after I played against Tina. Career Stats with 49ers: 15 interceptions, 29.4 yards per kick return, 5 kick return touchdowns, 9 yards per punt return, 2 punt return touchdowns. During his lengthy career, the UCLA product played cornerback, safety and wide receiver for the 49ers. -- Katie Barnes, F/C | Los Angeles Sparks (2008-20); Chicago Sky (2021-present) (AP Photo/Michael Woods), Oregon quarterback Bo Nix (10) celebrates a touchdown against Washington during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022, in Eugene, Ore. (AP Photo/Andy Nelson), Connecticut head coach Jim Mora singles to players during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Liberty in East Hartford, Conn., Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022. Perhaps one of the more underrated aspects of their game was the physical play they brought to the court. That ranks as the sixth-highest average in league history. While the current Milwaukee Bucks have the look of an NBA champion, we harken back to the early days of the franchise. Basically, practice didn't end until she said it ended and her team finished with a victory. Career stats: 13.4 PPG, 2.9 RPG, 2.6 APG As we've learned, the two might not have had the best relationship as time went on. Stockton knew when and where to feed to Malone, playing to his strengths while also utilizing their collective dynamic. -- Bradford Doolittle, Team(s): Chicago Cubs (1986-92, 2004-06), Atlanta Braves (1993-2003), Los Angeles Dodgers (2006, 2008), San Diego Padres (2007-08), Stats: 355-227, 3.16 ERA, 3,371 SO, 5,008 1/3 IP, What he's best known for: Few things in baseball are more hypnotizing than a GIF of Maddux's two-seamer. Nicknamed "King James", he is widely considered one of the greatest players ever and is often compared to Michael Jordan in debates over the greatest Career Stats with 49ers: 119 games played. "He willed this team to victory today," coach Brian Kelly tweeted. The 49ers have had some outstanding defensive backs, and Hanks absolutely deserves a spot among the biggest names on that list. As of early May, James and Davis have not played a full season together. Is Justin Verlander actually a better fantasy option than Jacob deGrom? Previous TSN rank: 11 The No. WebLeBron Raymone James Sr. (/ l b r n /; born December 30, 1984) is an American professional basketball player for the Los Angeles Lakers of the National Basketball Association (NBA). Wright had all of the tools teams look for in outstanding cover cornerbacks, even by todays standards. Christy Mathewson. Thats why No. 8 USC and No. But she impacted the game far beyond scoring. The top ten highest-paid women in 2019 were all tennis players when a decade ago the top-ten list included NASCAR, ESPN doubled their rights fee to show WNBA games, paying $25 million a year. While shes coming off a disappointing world championship, finishing with just three points, she remains one of the most technically gifted forwards in the game. Georgia, 4-0. Henderson hit 81 leadoff home runs, and nobody else has hit more than 54. In March 1994, Leslie's USC team lost in the Elite Eight, ending her college career without a trip to the Final Four. Just look at his 2009 campaign, when he nearly broke the 1,000-yard mark and scored a whopping 13 receiving touchdowns. Some discredit him a bit due to his status as a journeyman in the final few seasons of his career. 2022 Worlds: 7-0-3-3. He made receivers afraid to cross the middle of the field, often punishing anyone who dared enter his zone. Age: 22 In 2013, she became the first openly gay athlete to sign a contract with Nike, and has since helped to elevate the LGBTQ+ community in sports. During his heyday, there werent many defensive linemen better than Bryant Young. Why Christmas is another important NHL milestone, After calling out his own play, ultra-competitive Markstrom moves on, Marie-Philip Poulin WebText to 44202 (Msg&Data Rates May Apply). Previous TSN rank: T2 Injuries and being on a franchise that has kept him out of the October limelight seem to be the only things standing in the way of Trout entering the greatest-of-all-time discussion. His legendary consecutive-games streak of 2,130 is his most-cited statistic and is the number responsible for turning the name of poor Wally Pipp, Gehrig's predecessor with the Yankees, into a verb. As for Alabama (8-2), the only other time the Tide missed the CFP was 2019, when a loaded Tide with Tua Tagovailoa lost to Joe Burrow and an LSU team that went on to win a national title. -- David Schoenfield, Stats: 417-279, 2.17 ERA, 3,509 SO, 5,914 1/3 innings, 164.8 bWAR, What he's best known for: Johnson contemporary Ping Bodie said of Johnson's stuff, "You can't hit what you can't see." Still one of the best inside-outside combos in the league, O'Neal averaged 27.2 points and 12.5 rebounds during his four seasons with the Magic. 18 and Duke fell to No. Let our Top 30 of the franchises besthelp you decide. In addition to everything else, she's an eight-time All-Star. There werent many players in 49ers history who madeas big an impact for so long the way Jimmy Johnson did. He's second all-time in total bases, third in runs created (behind Barry Bonds and Babe Ruth) and in the top 10 in numerous other categories. Catchings was the consummate basketball player and professional. And the cherry on top? But Heisman Trophy winner Bryce Young, who threw three touchdown passes against Ole Miss, is going to finish his Alabama career on college football's side stage. While Thomas will go down as an elite playmaker and scoring point guard, Dumars grew as an offensive threat throughout his 14-year career. Her awareness and strength on the ice continue to make her lethal in front of goal. Perhaps the best expressions of Johnson's dominance came during a pair of All-Star Game matchups with left-handed stars. WebStay up to date on the latest NBA news, scores, stats, standings & more. The 2020 agreement was also a big step forward in terms of WNBA players salary potential. George Gervin* 25.09: 11. Frazier, meanwhile, was the showman. Drexler and Porter made up one of the best backcourts in NBA history. While Curry and Klay Thompson have established themselves as Warriors legends, the addition of Durant added to the dominance. This pair makes the list for its potential going forward however long they are playing together in Los Angeles, that is, which, at the moment, has Lakers fans excited and believing this could lead to plenty of success. Its not often a pick of that nature makesfour Pro Bowls and earns three All-Pro designations during his nine-year career. (AP Photo/Michael Clubb), The 10th-ranked Crimson Tide beat No. During his days in Texas, he was just as elite. Many of his records may never be broken, forever etching his name in the annals of football history. When Aaron died just over a year ago, he was even more lauded for his presence off the field. The Admiral, that same campaign, put up 15.6 points and grabbed 10.0 boards per contest during the postseason. Well that was Eric Wrighthe was one of the true shutdown cornerbacks of the 1980s. Age: 31 The Commodores snapped a 26-game SEC losing streak, scoring a late touchdown to knock off Kentucky. Previous TSN rank: 13 Cross quickly returned to football after his retirement, taking his talents to the broadcast booth as well as starring in commercials for Miller Lite. As soon as 2024, and no later than 2026, a 12-team format could be in place. While Thompson was absent from this years womens worlds due to preparations for medical school, she made a huge impact at the Beijing Games. Today's hitters might not fare much better against peak Johnson. She played with tenacity and relentlessness on both ends of the floor and is the first player in WNBA and NBA history to win three MVP awards and three DPOY awards, which speaks to her versatility on all 94 feet of the court. After three seasons with Cleveland, she was the top pick by Phoenix in the 2004 dispersal draft, the same year future wife Taurasi was taken No. The U.S. captain exudes passion on the ice and is relentless on the forecheck, using her formidable speed to her advantage. 22 UCF is pointed toward a return to the New Year's Six. 24 Washington, the first of two Pac-12 upsets Saturday night. When the 49ers spent a first-round pick on Dana Stubblefield, they were looking for a pass-rushing superstar to add to their defense. He already has won three MVP trophies and finished in the top five of MVP balloting for nine straight years, a streak that ended last season because of injury. NBA/ABA. Many may not know who he was, but McElhenny deserves all of your respect and then some. Rookie of the Year (2012); fifth in career shooting percentage; one-time All-WNBA First Team; five-time all-league defensive team. It truly was a long and illustrious career for Randy Cross, a second-round pick of the 49ers back in 1976. For 10 seasons, he was a true playmaker for San Francisco, using his instincts and ball skills to create turnovers and make life difficult for opposing passers. This season, in Year 14, she posted a 20-20 game, is a frontrunner for Defensive Player of the Year and is in the MVP conversation. There have only been a handful of safeties in NFL history who had the type of impact Lott did for the 49ers. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (left) and Magic Johnson (right) were Hall of Fame teammates on the Lakers. Her skating and speed are among her greatest assets. Highlights: Four championships (1997, 1998, 1999, 2000); second all time in scoring, fifth in 3-pointers made; three-time All-WNBA First Team. She was rewarded with her second MVP as she led the Mystics to an elusive championship after a pair of finals losses in Washington and Chicago. Asked if he went up to the plate trying to hit home runs, Mantle said, "Sure, every time." As perhaps the premier guard-forward combo at the time, Nowitzki and Nash were consistent scoring threats. Then again, Tittle also enjoyed plenty of success in the Bay Area as well. 25. Or write about sports? I mean, during his time with the 49ers, he had a 101.4 passer rating. Not only was Steve Young an elite passer, but he brought a whole new dynamic to the field with his running. WebAll-Time Points Per Game Leaders. If that were the case, guys like David Tyree should be in the Hall of Fame. The Twin Towers San Antonio version won a pair of titles with the Spurs in 1999 and again in 2003, the first with Robinson still playing at a relatively high level. Japan recorded 11 goals in the tournament, meaning Shiga contributed to over 45 percent of her teams offence. By Mark Bergin, WRAL senior multiplatform producer. Endorsements make up over 50% of annual earnings for two of the top three. Shaq and Penny were all the rage while playing in Orlando during the mid-1990s. Texas A&M (3-7) is now one of the most disappointing teams in recent history, going from preseason No. She remains the only player in the league to ever finish a season in the top 10 in points, rebounds, assists, steals and blocks -- and do it twice. What Fowles has done and continues to do on the court as the greatest center of her generation is incredible. Van Dyke would seem to be a prime candidate to jump into the portal and try to recapture his 2021 form with another school. They still beat us. 2022 Worlds: 7-1-5-6. No matter what opposing defenses did, there was simply no slowing Rice. She has been sidelined this season by an ACL tear. Here's the new AP top 25 poll entering Week 5. Despite all of the off- and on-field issues, Owens can stake his claim as one of the best receivers to ever play for the 49ers. Still, hell be best remembered for his punishing style of blocking the 49ers enjoyed for over a decade. WebDiscover the latest breaking news in the U.S. and around the world politics, weather, entertainment, lifestyle, finance, sports and much more. WebText to 44202 (Msg&Data Rates May Apply). His two best years, 1999 and 2000, came at the height of one of the highest-scoring eras in history. Copyright 2022 YB Media, LLC. Akane Shiga . She is a linchpin on the blueline for the U.S. She led the team with 25:18 TOI at the Beijing Games and played more than 29 minutes in the gold-medal game. She was the player I least enjoyed going up against during my WNBA career. Carpenter isnt always the most noticeable on the ice, which is perhaps why she doesnt always receive the accolades she deserves. To that effect, Craig was the first player to ever accumulate 1,000 rushing and receiving yards in a single season. 2022 Olympics: 7-1-4-5 Akane Shiga . Left Wing, USA 25-11, including the Point God, two Wolves All-Star big men and a two-time NBA Finals MVP. FIFA World Cup - Best Goals from Every Angle, Draw for the FIFA Women's World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023, Fansided, Gil Alcaraz IV/FanSided via Niner Noise, Fox Sports and 2022 Fox Media LLC and Fox Sports Interactive Media, LLC. She may not have scored another golden goal at the last world championship, but Canadian star Marie-Philip Poulin is still the definitive choice for the best womens hockey player on the planet. Career stats: 13.0 PPG, 3.8 APG; 37.8 3FG% 12 Clemson (9-1) and No. The knock I would put on Tittle is much of his best football came after he left San Francisco. 2022 Olympics: 7-4-3-7 She helped lead Canada to a gold medal in Beijing, recording 17 points in seven games, including two goals in the gold-medal game. 4 TCU (10-0) stayed unbeaten, with a twist. Armstrong was one of the most productive quarterbacks in the country over the last two seasons, but this season has been a disaster. If there was a scoring play by Japan at this years worlds, chances are, Akane Shiga was involved. Playing with Heise and Kessel at this years worlds, she recorded nine points, including seven primary assists (fifth most in the tournament). not completely surprising when you have two prolific offensive players who also have decent-sized egos. Yes, he even went as far as cutting off part of his pinky finger in order to avoid missing playing time. She has been the starting point guard for all four of Seattle's championships. We were focusing on how to limit Houston's "C" Action (what the Comets called their wing pick-and-roll). To reach six wins and bowl eligibility, UConn (6-5) beat No. 2022 Olympics: 5-0-0-0 2021 Worlds: 14-6-10-16 Saturday ended with Illinois, Purdue, Minnesota and Iowa all tied for first at 4-3 after the Hawkeyes beat Wisconsin with 146 yards of offense. To this day, Mets fans of a certain age still cry in disbelief that the club traded him away. Although hes yet to be enshrined in the Hall of Fame, theres no denying Craig was one of the best, most unique running backs the league has ever seen. 2 by Sacramento, Griffith took the league by storm in her first season, winning MVP and Defensive Player of the Year honors. Right Wing, Finland Today, our rankings conclude with the league's top five superstars. His 1948 MVP season (his third MVP award) is one of the best ever: .376/.450/.702, 39 home runs, 18 triples, 46 doubles (that's 103 extra-base hits). And she earned every damn thing she has accomplished. While everyone knows who the greatest safety in 49ers history is, Merton Hanks belongs near the top of the list. Grading Trea Turner's $300 million deal with Phillies, $86 million for a 40-year-old ace? Knight may be the oldest player on the American roster, but she continues to rewrite the history books. Career Stats with 49ers: 300tackles, 46.5 sacks, 7 forced fumbles, 2 fumbles recovered, 2 interceptions,1 pass defended. It also brought together two of the league's biggest superstars. Not many running backs in 49ers history have had an impact like Craigs. Picking the top 25 players in WNBA history for the 25-year anniversary of the league is an exercise that is equal parts fun and difficult. Where do Trout, Bonds rank? No reason to hedge anymore: Alabama is out of the College Football Playoff race. Previous TSN rank: 5 I dont think many 49ers fans would argue his positioning. Email ESPN Radio Shows For Davis, it was all about his overwhelming strength and athleticism. Twitter @espnradio. She got her shots off offensive rebounds. -- Katie Barnes, F | Indiana Fever (2002-16) (2:07). Age: 34 It amazes me how little respect Jeff Garcia gets for all he did in San Francisco. There simply werent many in the game with a better sense of what was about to happen. 2022 Olympics: 7-3-5-8 Her contributions to the league, both on and off the court, are immense. Dana Stubblefield, DE. Active players are listed in bold Oscar Robertson* 25.68: 10. Capable of doing it all as a point guard, Whalen finished her 15-year career third in league history in assists and 19th in scoring. -- David Schoenfield, Stats: .340/.447/.632, 493 HR, 1,995 RBI, 2,721 H, 113.7 bWAR, What he's best known for: Society remembers Gehrig for the disease that took his life and bears his name, and for the courage he displayed when facing it. Rate statistic requirements. The Bad Boys weren't just rough. She plays valuable shutdown minutes and her ability to read the game makes her difficult to beat 1-on-1. 2022 Worlds: 7-6-3-9. Although he didnt spend his entire career with the 49ers, Perry came back for one more season before calling it quits. Final Thoughts on the All-Time Best Giants Players. Jordan is arguably the greatest player in NBA history but admits he owes a good deal of that success to Pippen. The next USA superstar emerged at this years world championship. In Beijing, she led the team with 21:32 TOI, and it was a similar story in Denmark, where she averaged 20:19, including more than 21 minutes in the gold-medal game. Against Arkansas on Saturday, Perkins was even better with four sacks and two forced fumbles. Even today, if you ask a lifelong baseball fan how many homers Aaron hit, they'll probably be able to tell you. Apart from the next player on this list, the 49ers may have never hada more disruptive defensive tackle than Young. 2022 Worlds: 7-0-1-1. Final Thoughts on the All-Time Best Giants Players. CNN's Kylie Atwood reports on video of her flight returning to the US. With the 49ers, though, he was much more than just a prototype. No reason to hedge anymore: Alabama is out of the College Football Playoff race. The list of hottest women WNBA players stars with a young talented and beautiful American professional basketball player. You can followJeffat@jeffm401. Two of those came with big-man Cowens in tow in 1974 and '76. The title game is set with No. The guy was good. Kelly said after the game that Perkins was sick with the flu and vomiting before kickoff. God Almighty, that man can hit." No. He called his shot. WNBA; MMA; Fantasy; the Giants compiled a 73-25-4 record and won their division six times, winning the NFL Championship in 1956. In 13 seasons with San Francisco, Perry earned three trips to the Pro Bowl and was also named first-team All-Pro three times. Previous TSN rank: N/R Anything that came his way, he caught it. With the game on the line (and honestly, maybe even my life), I would pick Taurasi to take the shot 10 out of 10 times. 1 team received 25 points. The hiring of former UCLA coach Jim Mora Jr. didn't inspire a ton of hope for a turnaround at UConn after four wins in three seasons, but that's exactly what has happened. For a very long time, when people thought about the WNBA, they thought about Sheryl Swoopes. A trio of NBA players top the highest paid athletes for the 2022-2023 season list. More than anything, Brodie was a do-it-all leader who carried San Francisco through some of its best seasons. "Baseball isn't statistics; it's Joe DiMaggio rounding second base," one scribe supposedly said. In the end, though, I didnt put him higher because his career felt incomplete. Highlights: Three championships (2007, 2009, 2014); one-time All-WNBA First Team. We have tools and resources that can help you use sports data. She didn't need the spotlight or a final curtain call. MVP (1993-94), two-time Finals MVP, two-time Defensive Player of the Year, 12-time All-Star, 12-time All-NBA selection, nine-time All-D selection, Hall of Fame Championships 2 (1994, 1995) Defence, Czechia For the second time in four nights, a team trailing an NFL game by the score of 16-3 generated a pair of touchdowns with less than 3:30 on the clock to win, 17-16. At least the Ducks fell to a ranked Washington team. An incredible rebounder and one of the most dominating players inside, Charles is impossible to box out or outmuscle on the glass. Not that that necessarily provides more value from a football standpoint, but it is further proof that he was a monster. Many players make an impact, a few become folk heroes, but nobody changed a sport like Ruth did when he joined the Yankees and transformed baseball into a game of power. After being drafted No. Songs were written in his tribute. 2022 Worlds: 7-3-2-5. Brunson often did the dirty work -- defense, rebounding, keeping balls alive -- seemingly without needing any of the glory or needing to get touches on offense. One of the first true dual-threat running backs, he helped the 49ers usher in an era in which runners were integral parts of the passing game. The No. You need players like that on your team. Junior reached the majors at 19, played alongside his dad in the Mariners outfield, wore his cap backward and made imagination-defying leaping grabs at the wall. Honestly, I dont think many folks would question that assertion, even with how successful some of San Francisco quarterbacks were. After the catch, he excelled at racking up yards and finding the end zone. Realistically, there may never be a safety who strikes fear in opponents the way he did during his 10 years in San Francisco. WebPlay ESPN fantasy football for free. When McElhenny was done playing, he had earned five first-team All-Pro honors, six Pro Bowl invites (five with San Francisco), and a first-class ticket into the Hall of Fame. 2021 Worlds: 7-4-5-9 So without further ado, lets take a look at the Top 30 San Francisco 49ers players of all time. Where should Sidney Crosby rank on the all-time greatest players list. Left Wing, USA The 10th-ranked Crimson Tide beat No. WebDiscover the latest breaking news in the U.S. and around the world politics, weather, entertainment, lifestyle, finance, sports and much more. Still, when you look solely at the production, its hard to deny Owens was a superstar. Career Stats with 49ers: 326 tackles, 66.5 sacks, 14 forced fumbles, 7 fumbles recovered, 1 interception, 1 touchdown, 1 safety. He also wasnt considered a pure run stuffer, but routinely found ways to clog the rushing lanes and drag down runners for a loss. I think it's fair to say that if she hadn't been on the same team as Maya Moore during her prime, Augustus' stats would have looked different. Defence, Canada In 1988, he led the league in yards per punt return, earning one of his two Pro Bowl trips. Suffice it say, the man had little trouble making a lasting impact for the 49ers. Left Wing, Japan However, together, Russell and Cousy were stalwarts during Boston's run of six NBA championships and seven title-series appearances from 1956-57 to 1962-63. But Harvey showed what shes capable of under new head coach John Wroblewski at the world championship, recording eight points in seven games, along with a 4.26 G60. However, the pair did bring the city one of the NBA variety during the 1994-95 season. Career stats: 17.7 PPG, 7.6 RPG, 2.8 BPG; 56.0 FG% That mix of physical tools and talent earned him five trips to the Pro Bowl, including four straight from 1958 to 1961. She did things that allowed Seimone Augustus to conserve some defensive energy because she was so important offensively. 2022 Olympics: 7-3-5-8 Mostly, however, he hit home runs with the most beautiful swing you'll ever see. "He plays the game the way the great ones played it -- out of pure hate," famed writer Jim Murray wrote. -- Mechelle Voepel, G/F | Minnesota Lynx (2006-19); Los Angeles Sparks (2020) Not convinced of his playmaking abilities? 100-26, Nos. Consistent production was key for Perry, who was second on the all-time rushing list when he hung up his cleats. Lott made his impact on the NFL with devastating hits and a knack for creating turnovers. Michigan QB Devin Gardner, 2013 -- Sean Hurd, F/G | Chicago Sky (2013-16); Washington Mystics (2017-present) Age: 21 The 49ers somehow managed to follow up one of the best of all time with one of the most dangerousgunslingers to ever play in the NFL. Though injuries have kept these two stars off the court of late, they are rightfully amid the best duos in the history of the game at the moment and in the annals of the league. Highlights: Two championships (2018, 2020); MVP (2018); two-time Finals MVP (2018, 2020); Rookie of the Year (2016); Commissioner's Cup champion (2021); Commissioner's Cup MVP (2021); two-time All-WNBA First Team; two-time all-defensive team. NBA top 100 player rankings: Giannis, Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant vie for No. When you're talking about the GOAT, there are some areas that can't be ignored: the defensive end of the floor, championships and a player's impact when it comes to on-court history. Still, Taylor played the role with gusto, doing little more than torch opposing secondaries when given the opportunity. George Gervin* 25.09: 11. Kobe Bryant* 24.99: 13. Career Stats with 49ers: 347 receptions, 5,598 receiving yards, 43 receiving TDs, 6 carries, 31 rushing yards, 10.2 yards per punt return, 2 punt return touchdowns. He led his league four times, including back-to-back seasons of 56. WebFind the latest sports news and articles on the NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, NCAA college football, NCAA college basketball and more at ABC News. Jerry West* 27.03: 7. 8 in TSNs rankings earlier this year, Karvinen has been overtaken by Nieminen as Finlands most dangerous forward. Obviously, James and Wade were the superstars and had the Heat playing at an elite level. During his 13 seasons in San Francisco, Cross shined as a versatile option along the interior of the offensive line. However, they have the Lakers in a good place with each averaging at least 25 points per contest. In Beijing, she averaged 27:37 in ice time and was named to the all-star team. Career Stats with 49ers: 721 tackles, 5.5 sacks, 8forced fumbles, 12 fumbles recovered, 51 interceptions, 5 touchdowns. We won't go into their 2017-18 reunion in Cleveland. We touched on Duncan's success with David Robinson, but Parker was there for that 2003 title. 23 Kansas State, which dominated Baylor on Saturday night, and at Oklahoma State. Jerry Rice is easily the best wide receiver to ever grace the gridiron, and probably has a case as the greatest NFL player of all time. Estimates of how hard Johnson threw are all over the place, but we can safely say that at the very least, for his time he was off the charts. 15 North Carolina (9-1) to meet in Charlotte. She has a sexy look and impressive physique that made her one of the most beautiful female basketball players in the world right now. "But I beat the bastards down and left them in the ditch." F | Seattle Storm (2001-12) His book, "The Science of Hitting," came out in 1970 and is still referenced frequently today, preaching modern-day concepts such as swinging with a slight uppercut, letting the hips lead and focusing on the parts of the strike zone where hitters can do the most damage. David Thompson, one of the top 10 college players ever, a three-time consensus All-American, played for State and put the program on the national map under Norm Sloan. -- Rebecca Lobo, C/F | Sacramento Monarchs (1999-2007), Seattle Storm (2008); Indiana Fever (2009) 1 badass). I repeat, Year 14. Surprisingly, Young only earned four Pro Bowl trips and four All-Pro nods before his career was over. Email ESPN Radio Shows She also has the tendency to show up in big games, scoring both of her teams goals in a 3-2 loss to Canada in the 2021 world championship gold-medal game. Look no further than the 89.5 sacks he racked up during his lengthy career with the 49ers. Twitter @espnradio. Olney: Which current stars are destined to join the list? 2022 Worlds: 6-1-3-4. All rights reserved. He stood close to the plate, his head hanging over it, daring pitchers to come inside. Age: 31 He wasnt a pass-rushing superstar, but he never failed to collapse the pocket. Stubblefield also made three Pro Bowls and was a first-team All-Pro during his outstanding 1997 campaign. Saban seemed particularly happy with his team after beating the Rebels. Pejsova is one of the reasons Czechia was able to claim its first-ever medal at the world championship, taking home bronze. Gore is your guy. All told, he is the only pitcher to combine 300-plus wins, 3,000-plus strikeouts and fewer than 1,000 walks. He played a game where you had to outthink the opponent, not outslug. During that '74 run, Havlicek averaged 22.6 points, while Cowens scored 19 per game. Theres no denying that Poulin is the best player in the world; the debate is whether she is the best ever. Hardaway, meanwhile, poured in 19.5 points and 7.0 assists during his three seasons playing alongside Shaq. WebLeBron Raymone James Sr. (/ l b r n /; born December 30, 1984) is an American professional basketball player for the Los Angeles Lakers of the National Basketball Association (NBA). The young blueliner played major minutes for her country, averaging 23:59 per game. A trio of NBA players top the highest paid athletes for the 2022-2023 season list. That was ridiculous production for a defensive tackle, especially during a day and age in which the NFL focused more on the run than it does today. Though the Jazz reached the NBA Finals in 1997 and '98, Malone and Stockton never won a title together. Make Your Picks. Use of this website (including any and all parts and components) constitutes your acceptance of these. Endorsements make up over 50% of annual earnings for two of the top three. 25. 1 -- plus snubs, active players destined to crack the list in the future, and more -- we present our ultimate ranking. The Sixers reached the Eastern Conference final two seasons later with the two again at the forefront. Though Chamberlain's production waned toward the end of his career, he and West celebrated an NBA title in 1972. 1 overall, to three Finals appearances in four years without another All-WNBA contributor as a teammate. -- Mechelle Voepel, F/G | Houston Comets (1997-2007); Seattle Storm (2008); Tulsa Shock (2011) She's still contributing at a high level, and proving night in and night out why she deserves to be on this list. Top 100 MLB players of all time: Who made the first half of our list? She was named MVP of the Beijing Games after leading all scorers with nine goals in seven games. Thats what happens when you take a look at a team thats been playing since 1946. Between San Francisco and Dallas, Haley racked up a ridiculous 100.5 career sacks. Grading Mets' signing of Justin Verlander, Fantasy baseball: Xander Bogaerts make the San Diego Padres even better. The 49ers interior wreckingball wreaked havoc on opposing offenses for 14 years, and helped San Francisco field some of their best defenses in franchise history. Undrafted in 1999 (that draft included an influx of veterans after the ABL folded), she had to work hard to diversify her game. Thoughtfully ranking the best players in the league is no small feat, and our guys take it very seriously. Together, he and West helped Los Angeles reach the NBA Finals in four of those years. Perkins was a huge recruiting win for Brian Kelly after he took over as LSU's coach last December. Sources: Mets, Nimmo agree on 8 years, $162M, Phils welcome Turner after finalizing $300M deal, DeGrom says shared vision led to Rangers deal, Fantasy baseball rankings for 2023 points leagues. 9 UCLA lost as a 20-point favorite to an Arizona team that had not beaten a ranked team since 2018. Three seasons later, with Kemp putting up 19.6 points and 11.4 boards per game and "The Glove" scoring 19.3 a game while dishing out 7.5 assists and playing his air-tight defense, Seattle reached the NBA Finals before losing to Chicago. the official stats partner of the NBA. Although he only made two Pro Bowls and earned one All-Pro selection, the impact he had on the franchise cannot be understated. 6 overall pick of 1961 got off to a hot start as a rookie, and didnt slow down until his retirement 16 years later. Keller was 15th in TSNs rankings at the beginning of the year but is now the highest American on the list, not to mention the top-ranked defender. She was a bruising, strong force who rebounded and finished inside, and also was physical defensively. Twitter @espnradio. You know those guys like Darrelle Revis or Richard Sherman, who are considered the shutdown cornerbacks of their eras? Career stats: 12.0 PPG, 2.6 RPG, 5.6 APG Oregon Coach Dan Lanning will face questions about not just his decision to go on fourth down deep in his own territory with the game tied late, but also for not using a timeout to get banged up quarterback Bo Nix on the field for the pivotal play. Left Wing, Japan Age: 21 Previous TSN rank: N/R His hands were perfect. Twitter @espnradio. He often played offensive talent for the team, earning honors for his work as a blockeron top of his defensive accolades. Earlier this month, the WNBA released its "The W25," as voted on by a panel of media and women's basketball pioneers/advocates. Upon joining the 49ers as a first-round pick in 1952, Hugh McElhenny decided he didnt feel like waiting long to emerge as a star. In 2000, he registered a 291 ERA plus -- an adjusted stat accounting for ballparks and era, with the average being 100 -- that stands as the best since at least 1893. Every Sports Reference Social Media Account, Site Last Updated: Sunday, December 11, 4:49AM. She is the only one in the top 15 scorers in WNBA history who played in the ABL first. From No.100 to No. 50-26, Supplemental Privacy Policy for Singapore. Age: 27 The legendary Havlicek won eight titles with the Celtics. 1 team received 25 points. She wouldn't turn 22 until that July, but where was her basketball career headed? 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