Shannon Sharpe, a renowned American former professional football tight end, was born on June 26, 1968. Throughout his illustrious 14-year career in the National Football League (NFL),Sharpe primarily played for the Denver Broncos, earning him a reputation as one of the greatest tight ends of all time.
Notably, Sharpe ranks third in tight end receptions, receiving yards, and receiving touchdowns, a testament to his exceptional skill and dedication to the sport. Moreover, he holds the distinction of being the first NFL tight end to accumulate over 10,000 receiving yards, a feat that underscores his impressive prowess on the field.
Sharpe's collegiate football career was marked by his time at Savannah State University, where he played for the Tigers. He was subsequently selected by the Broncos in the seventh round of the 1990 NFL draft, commencing a journey that would see him become a stalwart of the team.
During his 12 non-consecutive seasons with the Broncos, Sharpe earned seven consecutive Pro Bowl selections and four first-team All-Pro honors, while also securing two consecutive Super Bowl titles. His impressive performance also led to him being inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2011.
In between his stints with the Broncos, Sharpe played for the Baltimore Ravens for two seasons, where he received an eighth Pro Bowl selection and won a third Super Bowl title. Upon his retirement, Sharpe retired as the NFL leader in receptions, receiving yards, and receiving touchdowns by a tight end, cementing his legacy as one of the greatest players in the history of the sport.
Following his retirement, Sharpe transitioned to a successful career as a sports analyst, appearing on CBS Sports' The NFL Today and co-hosting Skip and Shannon: Undisputed on Fox Sports 1 with Skip Bayless from 2016 to 2023.
