Questions about The Top 100: NFL's Greatest Players
Short answers, pulled from the story.
Who was named the greatest NFL player of all time on The Top 100: NFL's Greatest Players?
Jerry Rice, the wide receiver for the San Francisco 49ers, was chosen as the top player of all time by the panel. Jim Brown of the Cleveland Browns was ranked second.
When did The Top 100: NFL's Greatest Players air on NFL Network?
The series aired on NFL Network in 2010, broadcasting each Thursday from the 3rd of September to the 4th of November, 2010. It ran for ten episodes.
How was the list for The Top 100: NFL's Greatest Players determined?
The NFL Network assembled a panel described as a "blue-ribbon" group of current and former coaches, players, executives, and media members. Each player was also presented on screen by a separate noteworthy individual from sport or entertainment.
Which NFL team had the most players on The Top 100: NFL's Greatest Players list?
The Dallas Cowboys had the most appearances with nine players on the list. The Chicago Bears, Green Bay Packers, and the Los Angeles/St. Louis Rams franchise each placed eight players.
How many episodes did The Top 100: NFL's Greatest Players series have?
The series ran for ten episodes. Each episode introduced ten players from the list, starting with players ranked 100 through 91 and moving up to the top ten in the final episode.
Who was ranked number two on The Top 100: NFL's Greatest Players?
Jim Brown, the fullback who played for the Cleveland Browns, was ranked second on the list. Brown was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1971.