This is a sample widget published to the Sidebar Top position, using the "Sidebar" style. The franchise tag set Woodson's contract with a minimum of the average salary for the top five cornerbacks in the NFL. Wish you were here. On October 6, in a Week 5 game against the San Diego Chargers, Woodson tied the NFL record (with Darren Sharper and former teammate Rod Woodson) for most defensive touchdowns by scoring on a fumble recovery for his 13th defensive touchdown. [13] He became the starter after the second game of his freshman season and played in 34 straight games. He has gone on to a star-studded NFL career that also included a stint with Green Bay. Woodson's journey to stardom was destined from the start. [18] Michigan played the Washington State Cougars in the Rose Bowl. 7.1: Fossil Study - A Evolving Process. 2002: Palmer| See our list of forfeits and vacated games for more details. [15] Woodson received 282 more voting points than runner-up Peyton Manning of Tennessee. [53], Woodson at an Atlanta Hawks game in May 2008, On September 15, 2008, Woodson recorded two interceptions in a 48-25 victory over the Detroit Lions. [16], After the 1998 season, Woodson was named the NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year by the Associated Press. He holds the Packers' franchise record for most defensive touchdowns (eight total, seven interception returns and one fumble return). The pass was intended for Earl Bennett. [48] At the time, that was the most interceptions Woodson had recorded in a single season. FEATURED PROVIDERS NEAR YOU. To my sister, Shannon, who cannot be here to join in this occasion: Big moment for our family. [112] Prior to Week 5 against the Denver Broncos, Woodson said that he always wanted to intercept a pass from Peyton Manning, as he never accomplished that feat during his career. 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During his seven-year stretch with the Packers, Woodson was a five-time Pro Bowler and earned First-team All-Pro honors twice. Woodson had 64 tackles that season. 86 Donald Lee| [22] He was also third in the league in interceptions (with five), returned one interception for a touchdown against the Arizona Cardinals, and produced one forced fumble. In an epic showdown, Woodson beat out Tennessee's football sensation Peyton Manning, becoming the first defensive player to win the bronze statue. [39] He finished the season with 73 total tackles, 2.5 sacks, one interception, nine passes defensed, two forced fumbles, and one fumble recovery. Woodson, a "two-way player" who played both offense and defense, won the Heisman Trophy in the same year. Woodson, a "two-way player" who played both offense and defense, won the Heisman Trophy in the same year. 1991:Buckley| He led the NFL twice (nine in 2009 and seven in 2011) and recorded at least one interception every season he played, finishing one-year shy of tying Darrell Green's record of 19 seasons in a row. This saw Woodson in a Polamalu-like position of the Pittsburgh Steelers, lining up on either side ready to rush or drop back in coverage. And I need you to indulge me for a minute. I want to thank my dad. [43][44] He finished the season with 30 total tackles, one interception, four passes defensed, and one forced fumble. [87] He finished the season with 74 total tackles, seven interceptions, one pick-six, 17 passes defensed, one forced fumble, one fumble recovery, and two sacks. 22 Pat Lee| inFremont,OH, College: On December 21, 2015, Woodson announced that he would retire at the end of the season. So I thank you. Well go see him" (implying that Green Bay would win the Super Bowl and visit the White House as the winning team does each year; a statement that would come true). [108][109] He was ranked 64th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2015. 73 Daryn Colledge| 2000: Weinke| 2004:Pollack| We have tools and resources that can help you use sports data. 1975:Griffin| [121][122], Woodson is an oenophile who developed his interest in wine while playing football for the first time in Oakland, near the Napa Valley. 1959: Cannon| Charles Woodson retired American football defensive back who now works as a college football analyst at Fox Sports since 2018. Mike Trgovac| Number of electors: 921 - Announced: December 13, 1997. The most prestigious award in college football. College Football at Sports-Reference.com Blog and Articles. He won the Bronko Nagurski Trophy as the best defensive college player. [126], Woodson was previously arrested twice: in 2000 for DUI,[127] and in 2004 for public intoxication after refusing to get out of a woman's car. 2001:Peppers| [7] 94 Jarius Wynn| Charles Woodson was born on October 7, 1976. As a freshman, he had two interceptions in a victory against the #2-ranked Ohio State Buckeyes. [14], Throughout college, Woodson was known for big plays in big moments of a game. Charles Woodson had an athletic career for the ages. [67], Woodson had more interceptions in his first four years with the Packers (28) than he did in his previous eight with the Raiders (17). 1992: Torretta| Charles Woodson had 966 receiving yards over his career. Defensively, he recorded 47 tackles, one sack, and eight interceptions. 72 Jason Spitz| 2010:Peterson, 1986:Everett| [31] He was named to his fourth consecutive Pro Bowl. Draft: 1st round, 4th overall of the 1998 NFL draft by the Oakland Raiders, Every Sports Reference Social Media Account, Site Last Updated: Sunday, April 30, 6:46AM. 1960: Bellino| 2022 stats: 1,443 . Of the honor, Woodson told BTN Live host Mike Hall, "It's really a big deal. He holds the Packers' franchise record for most defensive touchdowns (8 total, 7 interception returns and 1 fumble return). He covered star receiver Calvin Johnson and limited him to 2 catches for 10 yards. [46] Woodson has stated that at the time of the contract he "did not want to come to Green Bay" due to a perception that the city is less than cosmopolitan, but was forced to do so because the Packers were the only team to offer him a contract. 2003:Strait| Anybody. 1969:Owens| Shaquil Barrett's 2-year-old daughter, Arrayah, drowned in a swimming pool at his home in Tampa, Florida, on Sunday. I think I lost a bet. 1981:Allen| He would have received a $3 million bonus if he was selected to the Pro Bowl in two of the first three years of the contract. Charles Woodson is one of the few Heisman winners that earned his stripes on the defensive side of the ball. 1975: Griffin| All rights reserved. [93] Woodson suffered a broken collarbone during the Packers' victory over the St. Louis Rams on Sunday, October 21, and was out for the next nine games. [2], In the 2000 NFL season, Woodson started all sixteen games of the season but suffered a turf toe injury, which prevented him from practicing. 29 Derrick Martin| 51 Brady Poppinga| So I want to say thank you to all my coaches that ever pushed me to be better, all my teammates who I battled against and went into battle with, all my trainers who pieced me back together to get me back in the game, the medical staff, I thank you. On special teams, he racked up 301 punt return yards and a touchdown. 53 Diyral Briggs| Charles Cameron Woodson (born October 7, 1976) is a former American football player. Moreover, Woodson's incredible achievements did not go unnoticed by those in charge of the NFL's most prestigious honor: the Pro Football Hall of Fame. 2008:McCoy| [58][59] Overall, he finished the season with 62 total tackles, seven interceptions, two pick-sixes, 17 passes defensed, one forced fumble, and one fumble recovery. 2007:Connor| You know, throughout my career, I can remember getting calls from my sister periodically, whether I was riding down the 880 freeway in Oakland, or Lombardi Avenue in Green Bay, and she would just hit me with these three words: Hey, little brother, I love you.. During the 2010 season, Woodson recorded two interceptions and five forced fumbles for the Packers. So to my mom, my dad, my hometown: Without you, I am not here. Charles Woodson pays emotional tribute to his mother during HOF speech, The top 10 defensive college football plays of all time. Find out more. Join our linker program. [41][42] He finished the season with 30 total tackles, one interception, four passes defensed, and one forced fumble. The Wolverines finished up with a 21-16 win over Washington State in the Rose Bowl as Michigan claimed a share of the national title. 2001:Williams| 1944: Horvath| Well go see him" (implying that Green Bay would win the Super Bowl and visit the White House as the winning team does each year). 2000:Heupel| 40 Josh Gordy| 1977: Campbell| I told you years ago that you was the best thing that ever happened to me, and that still rings true today. [12] During his Heisman-winning junior year, he made an acrobatic one-handed sideline interception against the Michigan State Spartans. Revisiting the epic 1997 Heisman finalist class (1:13) The 1997 Heisman finalists -- Peyton Manning, Ryan Leaf, Charles Woodson and Randy Moss -- made up one of the most dynamic groups ever. [94][95] Overall, he finished the season with 38 total tackles, one interceptions, five passes defensed, one forced fumble, and 1.5 sacks. 25 Ryan Grant| 2008:Maualuga| [44] Woodson has stated that at the time of the contract he "did not want to come to Green Bay" due to a perception that the city is less than cosmopolitan, but was forced to do so because the Packers were the only team to offer him a contract. Coaches: 11 Chastin West| 1988:Sanders| 70 T. J. Lang| [49] He recorded an interception in the game, his first of the season. Levi Edwards. 2002:Johnson| 2004: Leinart| He was named NFC Defensive Player of the Week for his performance. 1991:Howard| [72]The other three quarterbacks he intercepted a pass from were Vinny Testaverde, Carson Palmer, and Matt Leinart. * Selected to Pro Bowl, + First-Team AP All-Pro, Bold indicates league leader, Transaction, fine, and suspension data since 2002. The company is based in Napa, California, and is a small boutique winery, producing fewer than one thousand cases per year of its two varieties, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. 88 Jermichael Finley| [32] Woodson started every Raider game in the 2003 NFL Playoffs, finishing with a start in Super Bowl XXXVII. 2006:Smith| 1990:Lewis| Against the 49ers in week 1, the 35-year-old Woodson recorded 5 tackles, 1.5 sacks, and a forced fumble in a losing effort. PoY 1995:Fitzgerald| He described it simply as "just playing football". New York, NY, 10006. [70], On September 9, 2010, despite having three years left on his current contract, a thirty-three-year-old Woodson was offered and signed a two-year extension with the Packers, adding five years and $55 million to his existing pact. 1991: Howard| [131] In October 2012, Woodson donated $100,000 to the Hurricane Sandy relief effort. He earned $10.5 million in the first year of the deal and $18 million over the first three years. 2003:Fitzgerald| [10] In his senior season, he was a USA Today All-America selection and Parade High School All-American and recorded 2,028 yards and 230 points. He was a finalist for the Jim Thorpe Award and named to All-Big Ten First-team by conference coaches and the media. 1990: Detmer| Earl Campbell defined an era . Woodson was drafted by the Oakland Raiders in 1998, and he quickly made a name for himself as one of the most dominant defensive players in the league. We made it to the Super Bowl. These Green Bay Packers Fans Love Charles Woodson. 2003: J. Woodson responded by handing Barack Obama a certificate stating that Obama is a minority owner of the Packers. He was still a dominant force on the field, and his love for the game was evident in every play that he made. [111] In the 2015 season, Woodson was moved to strong safety. Hall of Fame: Inducted as Free Charles Woodson College Stats computer desktop wallpapers View 1024768 0 4 Charles Woodson Wallpapers View 19201200 0 7 Charles Woodson Wallpaper S1600charles woodson opow View 600452 0 9 Charles Woodson Raiders Wallpaper Charles woodson View 6401280 0 16 Wallpaper Wednesday Hail Charles Woodson View 1280800 0 11 It's where I picked up my first pair of cleats to play this great game that we play. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. 1987: Brown| [24][29] He was named to the All-Pro team by Sports Illustrated, and second-team honors from the Associated Press. 2007: Tebow| [4] All colleges recruited Woodson as a running back, while Michigan recruited him as a defensive back. 1981: Allen| My teams. [80], Woodson suffered a broken collarbone during the Packers' victory over the St. Louis Rams on Sunday, October 21, and was out for the next nine games. Jimmy Robinson| 2.0 Courteous staff. 1994:Sapp| Throughout his sophomore season, he ran about 10 plays each game on offense while holding on to his defense duties as cornerback. During his seven-year stint with the Raiders, he was a force to be reckoned with. [20][28] He earned a third consecutive Pro Bowl nomination. On November 15, 2009, Woodson recorded nine tackles (two for loss), a sack, two forced fumbles and an interception in a 17-7 victory over the Dallas Cowboys. In his first season in Green Bay, Woodson was the team's punt returner and led the National Football Conference with eight interceptions, surpassing his previous career high of five, in his rookie year. [13] In a game against Ohio State, he returned a punt for a touchdown, made an interception in the end-zone, and had a 37-yard reception that led to Michigan's only offensive touchdown of the game. It always seemed to hit me at the right time, you know, to get me through the day or get me through the week. [23] He finished the season with 61 total tackles and a fumble recovery to go along with the pick-six. [33] He made All-Pro teams of The Sporting News and College and Pro Football Newsweekly and the All-AFC squad of Football News. Advantage Woodson! After Woodson's first season in the NFL he was named the NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year by the Associated Press. 63 Scott Wells| Although the wine bears his name and signature, Woodson was warned by the NFL not to be seen endorsing the wine himself because of the league's alcohol policy. The NFL is targeting May 11 as the date to release its 2023 schedule, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter on Sunday. They say that you hear people say a woman can't raise a man. My passion, how hard I work, that comes from my mother. [92] On December 7, 2014, he picked off Colin Kaepernick of the San Francisco 49ers for his 3rd interception of the year, which sealed a Raiders victory. Woodson later stated that he tried to do Howards famous pose after scoring the touchdown, but failed after his teammates mobbed him in the end zone. 1994: Salaam| My mama raised two of them. 17 Antonio Robinson| During his Packers tenure, Woodson was named Defensive Player of the Year in 2009 and won a Super Bowl title in Super Bowl XLV, while extending his Pro Bowl selections to eight and his first-team All-Pro honors to four. 2003:Lehman| Our writers vote on the 10 best running backs in college football today. [85] Against the Denver Broncos, Woodson joined the 50-interception club when he picked off Kyle Orton in the first quarter in Week 4. [56] Woodson was named NFL Defensive Player of the Month for September in 2008. You make me honest. Ben McAdoo| In addition to playing cornerback, he returned punts and occasionally played as a wide receiver. 1989: Ware| 59 Brad Jones| Without you, I am not here. The cornerback has since lauded the Packers organization, Mike McCarthy, and the people of Wisconsin for having faith in him, and has declared that "it was truly a blessing coming to Green Bay. 1946: G. Davis| [38] Woodson became unhappy with new head coach Bill Callahan, and criticized him during the season. NAME SEASON TM GP OFF TKL AST COMB SCK SCKY INT INT YDS INT TD FF FR FR TD; Charles Woodson: 1998: OAK. [2] Woodson is the last player to win the Heisman Trophy that is not a running back or quarterback. Get the latest updated stats for safety Charles Woodson on ESPN. 2005:Bush| [82] Woodson was ranked 16th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2011. 95 Howard Green| [19][20] Woodson was named to his first Pro Bowl. Considering that Woodson earned his Heisman credentials from a defensive vantage point, his 1997 statistics are difficult to compare to other winners of college football's top award. The showdown between Big Blue and Ohio State was a crucial moment for the team's defensive back, who secured his Heisman award with an outstanding performance. [9], In his junior season in 1997, Woodson became the third Michigan player to win the Heisman Trophy, joining Tom Harmon (1940) and Desmond Howard (1991). I thank you and I love you now and forever. Edgar Bennett| [101] He played in the preseason and started in week 1 against the Indianapolis Colts. He described it simply as "just playing football". [2], On December 12, 2014, the Big Ten Network included Woodson on "The Mount Rushmore of Michigan Football", as chosen by online fan voting. [8], In 1995, Woodson was selected as the Big Ten Freshman of the Year. Malinick Charles D Office. We were National Champions together. Joe Whitt, Jr. American Football Database is a FANDOM Lifestyle Community. He recorded 7 tackles, 1 sack, 1 forced fumble and recovery (same play), 4 passes defended and 2 interceptions, one of which he returned for a touchdown. Woodson was born in Fremont, Ohio. Woodson wowed Wolverine fans and Heisman experts with a touchdown punt return, an interception in the end zone, and a crucial 37-yard catch that set up Michigan's lone offensive touchdown of the game. [24][30] Woodson returned punts for the first time in the NFL, returning four punts for 47 yards. I love my mama, man. In addition to playing cornerback, he returned punts and occasionally played as a wide receiver. [68] He earned his sixth Pro Bowl and second First Team All-Pro nomination. 23 Dimitri Nance| He was a true force to be reckoned with. 1964: Huarte| . 2005: vacated *| The Michigan vs. Ohio State series is regarded by many as college football's best rivalry. 3.0 . On October 6, in a game against the San Diego Chargers, Woodson tied the NFL record (with Darren Sharper and former teammate Rod Woodson) for most defensive touchdowns by scoring on a fumble recovery for his 13th defensive touchdown. I love you. 83 Tom Crabtree| ProFootballHistory.com. Woodson started 2012 in a different role for the Packers, hoping to fill the void left by free safety Nick Collins, who had been out of football for almost a year with a neck injury. 44 James Starks| We're in the Hall of Fame, baby. 34 Anthony Levine| Although being labeled as a franchise player, Woodson's contract was only for one year. In a 2002 AFC playoff match against the New England Patriots, Woodson seemed to have clinched the game by forcing a fumble by sacking quarterback (and former Michigan teammate) Tom Brady, but the ruling was overturned. All rights reserved. The stats: Woodson was selected by the Oakland Raiders with the fourth pick in the first round of the 1998 NFL Draft. He told the team if the President did not want to see the Packers play in the Super Bowl then they would go to the White House. [98] He was ranked 85th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2014. Over his three years on the varsity team, he rushed for a total of 3,861 yards and 466 points. [119], On February 12, 2016, it was announced that Woodson would be joining ESPN's Sunday NFL Countdown, replacing Keyshawn Johnson for the upcoming season. Smith, Michael David (December 21, 2015). Woodson played 254 regular-season games with the Raiders and Green Bay Packers, totaling 65 interceptions, fifth best in league history. Although being labeled as a franchise player, Woodson's contract was only for one year. [85], On February 15, 2013, the Packers released Woodson. Mike Clay offers his updated top-240 rankings for dynasty leagues. This makes comparing his 1997 statistics to other winners challenging. [4] He returned to the Raiders in 2013, playing three more seasons and once more being voted to the Pro Bowl. For his effort during the 2009 season Woodson was selected as the AP Defensive Player of the Year. On a Sunday. [84] The other three quarterbacks he intercepted a pass from were Vinny Testaverde, Carson Palmer, and Matt Leinart. We present them here for purely educational purposes. [14] Michigan played the Washington State Cougars in the Rose Bowl. [27] He finished the year with a career-high 79 tackles, intercepted four passes, forced three fumbles, and recovered one fumble. 2009:Berry| 26 Charlie Peprah| [25][26], In the 2000 season, Woodson started all sixteen games of the season but suffered a turf toe injury, which prevented him from practicing. 1972:Rodgers| Do you have a sports website? He also has more touchdowns (8 vs 2) and sacks (6 vs 5.5) with the Packers than during his time in Oakland. For his efforts, he was named an AP First Team All-American and a finalist for the Jim Thorpe Award. 2005:Dumervil| 58 Frank Zombo| . He provided a huge performance, limiting Pro-Bowler DeSean Jackson to just two catches (for 47 yards), and recorded 5 tackles in the Packers win over the Philadelphia Eagles on January 9, 2011. He had 21 rushing yards, 238 receiving yards, and scored three offensive touchdowns. 2006: T. Smith| [10] Woodson received 282 more voting points than runner-up Peyton Manning of Tennessee. 1985: Jackson| Woodson finished with two sacks, one interception, one forced fumble, and one blocked field goal. 1980: Rogers| Brea-Olinda High School 2022 Rankings. Charles Woodson was elected into the Hall of Fame as a Player in 2021. 1988:Sanders| Charles Cameron Woodson (born October 7, 1976) is a former American football player. 35 Korey Hall| [16] During his Heisman-winning junior year, he made an acrobatic one-handed sideline interception against the Michigan State Spartans. and had a pep talk in the locker room. 1995:Myers| When they visited the White House, Obama made reference to Woodson's pep rally and autographed jersey. You haven't been through anything. [22] On November 28, against the Kansas City Chiefs, he had a 15-yard interception return for a touchdown in the 3734 loss. Obama also said, "I have learned something that many quarterbacks have learned. [49] Overall, he was tied for third in that statistic in the entire NFL. 49 Robert Francois| Charles Woodson was an Ohio kid who went to Michigan, a star prep tailback who wanted to play defensive back in college. [3] In his senior season, he was a USA Today All-America selection and Parade High School All-American and recorded 2,028 yards and 230 points. [67][68] With 1:54 before halftime of the Super Bowl, Woodson broke his collar bone while diving to successfully defend a pass intended for Mike Wallace. 64 Adrian Battles| It didnt take long for Woodson to make an impact for the Wolverines as he won a starting cornerback job two weeks into his first training camp.