Michael Strahan
Michael Strahan is a retired professional football player who currently plays defensive end for the New York Giants of the NFL. Strahan was drafted by the Giants in 1993 and has played for them ever since. He was named NFL Defensive Player of the Year in 2001 and holds the record for most sacks in a single season with 22.5. Strahan was a member of the Giants' Super Bowl Champion team in 2008.
Fast Facts
- Full name: Anthony Michael Strahan
- Born: November 21, 1971
- Birthplace: Houston, Texas
- Height: 6'5"
- Weight: 255 lbs
- Drafted in 1993 by the New York Giants
- 2001 NFL Defensive Player of the Year
- Holds the NFL record for sacks in a single season with 22.5
- Seven Pro Bowl appearances (1997, 1998, 1999, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2005)
- Super Bowl Champion (XLII)
Sack Record
When Strahan broke the single season sacks record in 2002, many criticized the way he achieved the feat. Before recording the sack, Strahan spoke with Green Bay Packers quarterback Brett Favre. On the ensuing play, Favre scrambled to Strahan's side and dove to the turf as Strahan fell on him for the sack. Many Giants' players then patted Favre's helmet in celebration. Observers were critical of the move and accused Favre of taking a dive on purpose in order to help his friend Strahan break the sack record.
Retirement
On June 9, 2008 Strahan announced his retirement after 15 seasons in the NFL. Strahan finished his career with 141.5 sacks, 854 tackles, and seven Pro Bowl selections. It is very likely that Strahan could be a first ballot Hall of Famer in the Pro Football Hall of Fame when he is eligible for enshrinement in 2013.
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