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21. Chris Spielman

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21. Chris Spielman
A Linebacker born in Canton, Ohio.  How perfect!

Chris Spielman is the all-time leader in Tackles for the Detroit Lions and was the captain of the defense for years.  Spielman’s defensive leadership was a large reason for his team’s playoff appearances and individually he would represent Detroit in four Pro Bowls.  He would later be chosen for the Pride of the Lions in 2021.

The Bullet Points

  • Position: Linebacker
  • Acquired: Drafted in the 2nd Round, 29th Overall in the NFL Draft 4/24/88.
  • Departed: Signed with the Buffalo Bills prior to the 1996 Season.
  • Games Played: 124
  • Notable Statistics: 124 Games Started
    4 Interceptions
    14 Interception Return Yards
    12 Forced Fumbles
    17 Fumble Recoveries
    64 Fumble Recovery Yards
    1 Fumble Recovery Touchdown
    10.5 Quarterback Sacks
    1,138 Combined Tackles
    214 Solo Tackles*
    118 Assisted Tackles*
    76 Approximate Value

    5 Playoff Games
    1 Interception
    0 Interception Return Yards
    1 Fumble Recovery
    22 Combined Tackles*
    22 Solo Tackles*

    *Solo Tackles and Assited Tackles were not official stats until the 1994 Season.
  • Major Accolades and Awards: First Team All-Pro Selection (1991)
    Second Team All-Pro Selection (1992 & 1994)
    Pro Bowl Selection (1989, 1990, 1991 & 1994)
    Most Combined Tackles (1994)
    Most Solo Tackles (1994)
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