21. Steve Wisniewski

What points do you get for being one of the best players to come out of Vermont? Okay, not that much, but regardless of what state Steve Wisniewski came from, there was no doubt that he was one of the finest Offensive Linemen of the 1990s.

Steve Wisniewski was the de facto leader of the Silver and Black’s O-Line for over a decade. Many considered him a dirty player and too many he was the embodiment of the Silver and Black. Regardless of whatever tactics the “Wiz” would use, there was no doubt that he was a talented Left Guard and in addition to eight Pro Bowls, he was named to the prestigious NFL 1990’s All-Decade team.

For reasons we have yet to figure out, Wisniewski has not received remotely the same support from the Raiders fan base as other former players who have less of a resume. Can anyone explain that to us? Perhaps, because as good as he was, he was never part of a Raiders championship team.

Should Steve Wisniewski be in the Hall of Fame?

Definitely put him in! - 85.1%

Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 9.8%

Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 2.8%

No opinion. - 0.5%

No way! - 1.9%

The Bullet Points

Country of Origin: Rutland, Vermont, U.S.A.
Eligible Since: Monday, 01 January 2007
Position: Left Guard
Games Played: 206
Notable Statistics: 206 Games Started
4 Fumble Recoveries
0 Fumble Recovery Yards
138 Approximate Value

9 Playoff Games
Played For: Los Angeles Raiders, Oakland Raiders
College: Penn State
Drafted: Undrafted in 1962
Major Accolades and Awards: Super Bowl Rings (None)
NFL 1990s All-Decade Team
First Team All-Pro Selections (2) (1991 & 1992)
Second Team All-Pro Selections (6) (1990, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996 & 2000)
Pro Bowl Selections (8) (1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1997 & 2000)
All-Rookie Team (1989)
Other Points of Note: None
Notable All Time Rankings: 79. Games Started: 206