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101 NFL Weirdest Names That Will Leave You Stunned

There's no shortage of unique and memorable names in the NFL. From the iconic to the downright bizarre, these monikers have become synonymous with the sport. Here are 101 of the weirdest NFL names that are sure to leave you scratching your head:

1. Ickey Woods

The former Cincinnati Bengals running back's nickname, "The Ickey Shuffle," became a national sensation in the late 1980s.

2. Meatball Salas

The former San Diego Chargers linebacker earned his nickname due to his love of Italian food.

3. Tank Johnson

The former Chicago Bears defensive tackle's nickname was a reference to his massive size and strength.

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101 NFL Weirdest Names That Will Leave You Stunned

4. Deuce McAlister

The former New Orleans Saints running back's nickname was a nod to his jersey number, 22.

5. Warrick Dunn

The former Atlanta Falcons running back's nickname, "The Human Joystick," was a tribute to his elusive running style.

1. Ickey Woods

6. Jerome Bettis

The former Pittsburgh Steelers running back's nickname, "The Bus," was a reference to his powerful running style.

7. Tamba Hali

The former Kansas City Chiefs linebacker's nickname, "The African Lion," was a reference to his fierce style of play.

8. Haloti Ngata

The former Baltimore Ravens defensive tackle's nickname, "Big Halo," was a reference to his massive size.

9. Marshawn Lynch

The former Seattle Seahawks running back's nickname, "Beast Mode," was a reference to his relentless running style.

10. Rob Gronkowski

The former New England Patriots tight end's nickname, "Gronk," is a reference to his larger-than-life personality and physical presence.

11. Julian Edelman

The former New England Patriots wide receiver's nickname, "Edelmanator," is a reference to his toughness and determination.

12. Antonio Brown

The former Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver's nickname, "AB," is a reference to his initials.

13. Dak Prescott

The Dallas Cowboys quarterback's nickname, "Dak Attack," is a reference to his aggressive play style.

14. Stefon Diggs

The Buffalo Bills wide receiver's nickname, "Diggsy," is a reference to his last name.

15. Josh Allen

The Buffalo Bills quarterback's nickname, "Josh Allen the Missile," is a reference to his powerful arm.

16. Myles Garrett

The Cleveland Browns defensive end's nickname, "Flash," is a reference to his blazing speed.

17. Nick Bosa

The San Francisco 49ers defensive end's nickname, "Bosa Express," is a reference to his relentless pass rush.

18. Russell Wilson

The Denver Broncos quarterback's nickname, "Russ," is a reference to his first name.

19. Aaron Donald

The Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle's nickname, "Aaron Donald 99," is a reference to his jersey number.

20. Chandler Jones

The Las Vegas Raiders defensive end's nickname, "Chandler Jones 55," is a reference to his jersey number.

21. DeForest Buckner

The Indianapolis Colts defensive tackle's nickname, "DeForest Buckner 99," is a reference to his jersey number.

22. Justin Herbert

The Los Angeles Chargers quarterback's nickname, "Justin Herbert 10," is a reference to his jersey number.

23. Patrick Mahomes

The Kansas City Chiefs quarterback's nickname, "Patrick Mahomes 15," is a reference to his jersey number.

24. Joe Burrow

The Cincinnati Bengals quarterback's nickname, "Joe Cool," is a reference to his calm and collected demeanor under pressure.

25. Trevor Lawrence

The Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback's nickname, "Trevor Two Gloves," is a reference to his habit of wearing two gloves on his throwing hand.

26. Tua Tagovailoa

The Miami Dolphins quarterback's nickname, "Tua Time," is a reference to his tendency to lead game-winning drives in the fourth quarter.

27. Lamar Jackson

The Baltimore Ravens quarterback's nickname, "Action Jackson," is a reference to his electrifying play style.

28. Kyler Murray

The Arizona Cardinals quarterback's nickname, "Kyler Air," is a reference to his short stature and ability to make big plays.

29. Jalen Hurts

The Philadelphia Eagles quarterback's nickname, "Jalen Hurts, QB1," is a reference to his status as the team's starting quarterback.

30. Justin Fields

The Chicago Bears quarterback's nickname, "Justin Fields 1," is a reference to his jersey number.

31. Trey Lance

The San Francisco 49ers quarterback's nickname, "Trey Lance 5," is a reference to his jersey number.

32. Zach Wilson

The New York Jets quarterback's nickname, "Zach Wilson 2," is a reference to his jersey number.

33. Trevor Siemian

The Denver Broncos quarterback's nickname, "Trevor Siemian 13," is a reference to his jersey number.

34. Mac Jones

The New England Patriots quarterback's nickname, "Mac Jones 10," is a reference to his jersey number.

35. Jimmy Garoppolo

The San Francisco 49ers quarterback's nickname, "Jimmy G," is a reference to his initials.

36. Kirk Cousins

The Minnesota Vikings quarterback's nickname, "Captain Kirk," is a reference to the Star Trek character of the same name.

37. Ryan Tannehill

The Tennessee Titans quarterback's nickname, "Tanne Thrill," is a reference to his ability to make big plays.

38. Justin Tucker

The Baltimore Ravens kicker's nickname, "Tucker the Kicker," is a reference to his status as one of the best kickers in the NFL.

39. Chandler Catanzaro

The New Orleans Saints kicker's nickname, "Ch

Time:2024-12-24 20:01:43 UTC

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