Top 10 NFL Players Who Won Both a College National Championship and a Super Bowl

Winning both a college national championship and a Super Bowl is a rare and remarkable achievement that highlights a player's ability to perform at the highest level across different stages of their football career. Here are ten notable NFL players who have accomplished this feat, showcasing their talent and success at both the collegiate and professional levels:

1. Joe Namath

• Namath led the Alabama Crimson Tide to a national championship in 1964 and famously guaranteed and delivered a Super Bowl III victory with the New York Jets, cementing his legacy as a football icon.

2. Tony Dorsett

• Dorsett won a national championship with the University of Pittsburgh in 1976 and then went on to win Super Bowl XII with the Dallas Cowboys, becoming one of the few players to achieve both titles.

3. Marcus Allen

• A standout at USC, Allen won the national championship in 1978. He later earned Super Bowl XVIII MVP honors with the Los Angeles Raiders, showcasing his remarkable dual success.

4. Charles Woodson

• Woodson won a national championship with Michigan in 1997 and went on to win Super Bowl XLV with the Green Bay Packers, adding to his illustrious career that also includes a Heisman Trophy.

5. Franco Harris

• Harris was part of the Penn State team that won a national championship in 1972. He later won four Super Bowls with the Pittsburgh Steelers, becoming a key figure in their dynasty.

6. Emmitt Smith

• Smith won a national championship with the University of Florida in 1989 (though Florida's title is not recognized by the NCAA, it was awarded by some selectors) and then became a three-time Super Bowl champion with the Dallas Cowboys.

7. Reggie Bush

• Bush played a crucial role in USC's national championship run in 2004 (later vacated) and then won Super Bowl XLIV with the New Orleans Saints, showcasing his versatility and talent.

8. Peyton Manning

• Manning won a national championship with the University of Tennessee in 1998 and went on to win two Super Bowls, one with the Indianapolis Colts (Super Bowl XLI) and another with the Denver Broncos (Super Bowl 50).

9. Rod Woodson

• Woodson was part of the Purdue team that won a national championship in 1984 and later won Super Bowl XXXV with the Baltimore Ravens, contributing to their dominant defense.

10. Joe Montana

• Montana led Notre Dame to a national championship in 1977 and became a four-time Super Bowl champion with the San Francisco 49ers, establishing himself as one of the greatest quarterbacks in history.

These players have achieved the pinnacle of success in both college and professional football, highlighting their exceptional talent and ability to excel on the biggest stages. Their accomplishments serve as a testament to their skill, determination, and versatility in the world of football.

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