A Super Bowl Win Would Cap Charles Woodson’s Career

Added on Jan 26, 2011 by Scott in

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When it comes to the sport of football, there’s little Packers cornerback Charles Woodson hasn’t accomplished in his life. The list of accolades, honors and awards he’s captured is as impressive as anyone to ever play the position. Beginning with his days at Michigan and carrying over into his brilliant 13-year NFL career, Woodson has been among the most feared and respected defensive players to wear a uniform. In fact, there’s only one thing missing from his resume: the Lombardi Trophy.

Woodson spent his first eight years in Oakland where he established himself as a legit shutdown corner and won the 1998 Defensive Rookie of the Year. However, his days by the Bay were marred by contract squabbles, injuries and a pair of crushing playoff disappointments, including the infamous “tuck rule” loss to the Patriots in 2002 and a blowout at the hands of the Tampa Bay Bucs in Super Bowl XXXVII.

Since arriving in Green Bay in 2006, he’s been a model of consistency and health, having recorded 30 of his 47 interceptions while being sidelined for only two starts. He was named 2009 Defensive Player of the Year after compiling 74 total tackles, 2 sacks, 4 forced fumbles, 9 interceptions and 3 touchdowns.

He’s a Heisman Trophy winner, a member of the 2000s NFL All-Decade Team, a three-time First-Team All-Pro and a seven-time Pro Bowler. He’s had at least one interception in every season he’s played and his 10 interception returns for touchdowns ranks third on the all-time list, behind only Rod Woodson and Darren Sharper.

Needless to say, Woodson has a spot reserved in the Hall of Fame, no matter what happens during the remainder of his career. Although, being enshrined with a Super Bowl ring on his finger would make it that much sweeter. There’s no doubt he’ll be one of the most motivated players taking the field on February 6th. At his age, this could be his last shot at claiming ultimate glory. And there’s no better way to cap a career than hoisting the Lombardi Trophy.