Ray Guy - Career History

Date of Birth: December 22, 1949
Position: Specialist (Punter)

Career Overview

Ray Guy is widely regarded as one of the greatest punters in NFL history. He played for the Oakland Raiders and their later incarnation, the Los Angeles Raiders, from 1973 until
1986.

Teams Played For

• Oakland Raiders (1973–1981)
• Los Angeles Raiders (1982–1986)

Career Highlights and Accomplishments

• First Punter Drafted in the First Round: Ray Guy was selected as the 23rd overall pick in the 1973 NFL Draft, making him the first punter ever chosen in the first round.
• Super Bowl Champion: Guy was a key member of the Raiders team that won Super Bowl XI (1977), Super Bowl XV (1981), and Super Bowl XVIII (1983).
• Pro Bowl Selections: He was selected to the Pro Bowl 7 times (1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1980, 1983).
• First-Team All-Pro: Guy earned First-Team All-Pro honors 6 times (1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1981).
• Second-Team All-Pro: He received Second-Team All-Pro honors 2 times (1978, 1980).
• NFL 75th Anniversary All-Time Team: He was named to this prestigious team, recognizing the best players in NFL history.
• Pro Football Hall of Fame: Inducted in 2014, cementing his legacy as one of the sport's all-time greats.
• College Recognition: A standout at the University of Southern Mississippi, Guy was named a consensus All-American in 1972.

Legacy

Ray Guy revolutionized the punting position, combining distance, hang time, and accuracy in a way that had never been seen before. His ability to change field position significantly impacted games and helped set the standard for punters in the NFL. His induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame is a testament to his exceptional career and influence on the game.