Legendary Players
21 entries in the Cincinnati Bengals compendium.
Legendary Players — Era Chart
Corey DillonThe unstoppable force known as 'The Diesel' who carried the Bengals on his back for eight Carl PickensThe Bengals' record-setting receiver who dominated from 1994 to 1998 with explosive plays Ickey WoodsThe UNLV standout who electrified Cincinnati with the 'Ickey Shuffle' before injuries cut Rudi JohnsonThe Auburn Rambler who shattered Bengals rushing records and powered a playoff run.Geno AtkinsThe unstoppable force who anchored the Bengals' defense and transformed the interior line.Carson PalmerThe first overall pick who led the Bengals to their first winning season and playoff appeaJeff BlakeThe Pro Bowl quarterback who led the Bengals' high-powered offense from 1994 to 1999 with Paul BrownFounder of the Bengals in 1968 who established the franchise following his departure from Boomer EsiasonThe MVP quarterback who led the Bengals to their first Super Bowl appearance.Cris CollinsworthThe electrifying receiver who became a legend, bridging the gap between Bengals glory and Drew BreesA legendary quarterback whose career never touched the gridiron of Cincinnati.Dan PastoriniA quarterback for Cincinnati mentioned in a single game summary within a Steelers-centric Peyton HillisThe Arkansas fullback who became a 1,000-yard rusher for Cleveland and beat Michael Vick fCharlie JoinerA Hall of Fame receiver who defined the position, though his legacy belongs to San Diego aBill BelichickA coaching legend of the Patriots, but never a part of Bengal history.Mike HolmgrenA legendary NFL architect whose career bypassed the Cincinnati Bengals entirely.Vince LombardiThe calmest quarterback in the league, leading the Bengals through record-breaking seasonsJerry RiceThe greatest receiver ever played, yet never a Bengal.Don ShulaA legendary NFL coach who never coached the Cincinnati Bengals.Joe MontanaA legend who never wore a Bengals uniform.Troy PolamaluThe unpredictable genius who redefined safety play and became the Bengals' all-time defens
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