John
Mackey is often regarded as one of the all-time greats to ever have
played the tight end position. He played in the National Football League
for 10 years, was elected to the Pro Bowl five times, was a three-time
All-NFL Player, was named to the NFL's All-Decade Team and to the
league's 50th Anniversary squad. He also played in two NFL Championship
games and two Super Bowls, including the victorious Baltimore Colts in
Super Bowl V where he caught a pivotal 75 yd TD from Johnny Unitas.
During
his playing days, the 6'2", 225-pound John "Mack Truck" Mackey was
known for his tremendous speed and power. His courageous leadership on
the field led him into power as President of the NFL Players Association
and subsequent improvements in players free agency rights, pension
benefits and injury protection programs now enjoyed by all NFL players.
