Some would say the game of football has changed entirely since the 80s. Weaker helmets and shoulder pads made the game a brutal and physical war between 22 men. This was the golden age of football, and the athletes who participated in this time should not be forgotten. From Reggie White, to Joe Montana, here are 30 of the most famous NFL athletes from the 80s.
1. Joe Montana, QB
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2. Walter Payton, RB
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3. Jerry Rice, WR
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4. Lawrence Taylor, LB
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5. Jim Kelly, QB
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6. Johnny Unitas, QB
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7. Dan Marino, QB
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8. Reggie White, DE
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9. Marcus Allen, RB
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10. Joe Theismann, QB
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11. Eric Dickerson, RB
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12. Troy Aikman, QB
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13. Steve Young, QB
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14. Chris Collinsworth, WR
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15. Bruce Smith, DE
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16. Kenny Stabler, QB
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17. Tony Dorsett, RB
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18. Mike Singletary, LB
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19. Lynn Swann, WR
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20. Art Monk, WR
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21. Fran Tarkenton, QB
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22. Dan Fouts, QB
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23. Randy White, DT
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24. Mel Blount, CB
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25. Billy Sims, RB
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26. Jack Lambert, LB
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27. Ottis Anderson, RB
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28. Chris Carter, WR
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29. Hugh Millen, QB
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30. Jim McMahon, QB
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