What numbers can D line wear?

Since 2010, defensive linemen are allowed to wear numbers 50–59; this is in part because of the interchangeability of linebackers and defensive ends (a defensive end in a 4–3 defense would be an outside linebacker in a 3–4 defense). In 2015, the NFL Competition Committee allowed linebackers to wear numbers from 40–49.
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What numbers can defensive backs wear?

Linebackers and defensive backs can now wear numbers between 1 and 49. (Linebackers can still wear numbers from 50 to 59 and 90 to 99, as they did previously. The permitted numbers for other positions remain unchanged.)
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What numbers can lineman wear in high school?

Although previous editions of the National Federation of State High School Associations rule book indicated a recommended numbering system nearly identical to the NCAA's, later editions from approximately 2000 onward only indicate the bare minimum requirements: offensive linemen must be numbered from 50 to 79, while ...
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Can you wear 0 in the NFL?

players, including Carmelo Anthony (0) and Damian Lillard (00). Those numbers have been banned from the N.F.L. since the 1973 reforms, although the Hall of Fame center Jim Otto wore 00 in the '60s and '70s. Also missing from the league are fractions, like the ⅛ worn by the 3-foot-7 Eddie Gaedel of the St.
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Can an NFL player wear any number?

NFL players are now allowed to wear (almost) any number they want. The days of all wide receivers wearing a number in the 80s and all linebackers wearing a number in the 50s are over. Starting this season, running backs, tight ends and receivers can wear any number from 1 to 49, in addition to numbers in the 80s.
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Can lineman wear single digit numbers?

Previously only quarterbacks, kickers and punters were allowed to wear single-digit jerseys. Now running backs, fullbacks, H-backs, wide receivers and tight ends can wear Nos. 1-49 and 80-89. Defensive backs can choose 1-49, linebackers 1-59 and 90-99, and defensive linemen 50-79 and 90-99.
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Can you wear 69 in the NFL?

Many football stars have had success with the number as well with Jared Allen and Keith Sims thriving with the number 69 in the NFL. Hockey isn't too far behind with quite a few top stars rocking the number in NHL history, but surprisingly, no basketball player in NBA history has ever worn the #69.
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Who can wear number 1 in the NFL?

The New NFL Jersey Number Rule by Position

Quarterbacks, Kickers, and Punters: No change. As before, they may wear numbers 1-19. Running Backs: Can now wear numbers 1 to 49 and 80 to 89.
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Who wears #9 in the NFL?

9 -- Matthew Stafford, Rams QB.
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Who is number 11 in football?

Great players like Didier Drogba, Ryan Giggs, Romario, and George Best wore the number 11 shirt in the past. There are still many modern great players rocking the number 11 kit and they are very effective for their teams. This article was inspired by the top 10 best number 10 in football.
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What position is 78 in football?

Numbers 50 to 59 are worn by linebackers and centers. Numbers 60 to 79 are worn by tackles, guards and defensive linemen (the defensive ends, defensive tackles or nose guard). Numbers 80 to 89 are worn by wide receivers and tight ends. Numbers 90 to 99 are worn by linebackers and defensive linemen.
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What position is 75 in football?

All players must wear numerals on their jerseys in accordance with Rule 5, Section 3, Article 3c (see NOTE 1), and such numerals must be by playing position as follows: quarterbacks, punters, and placekickers, 1-19 (and 10-19 for wide receivers if 80-89 are all otherwise assigned); running backs and defensive backs, 20 ...
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Who wore 00 in the NFL?

00 -Ken Burrough played wide receiver in the NFL for the New Orleans Saints & Houston Oilers wearing to double goose-egg the 1970 through 1981. His 00 jersey number was grandfathered for the balance of his career since he started wearing it in 1970.
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Who wears 22 in the NFL?

Carolina Panthers running back Christian McCaffrey might be the most famous NFL athlete wearing No. 22 currently, but he isn't the only one sporting that number.
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Who wears 28 in the NFL?

28 jersey. Most NFL fans recognize Adrian Peterson best in the No.
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Who wears 97 in the NFL?

#1 Simeon Rice (Tampa Bay Buccaneers)

Simeon Rice lived up to the hype that came along with him being the third overall pick in the first round of the 1996 NFL draft.
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Who wears number 99 in the NFL?

Substantial Players wearing 99 not yet in the Hall

Aaron Donald. Mark Gastineau. Marshall Goldberg. Levon Kirkland.
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Who wore 38 in the NFL?

38: Arnie Herber. Considered by many to be one of the first great quarterbacks in NFL history, Arnie Herber is our choice at No. 38. Herber played the first 11 years of his career with the Green Bay Packers from 1930 to 1940 and then suited up for the New York Giants in 1944 and 1945.
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Who wears #13 in the NFL?

No. 13 is one of the most popular choices among superstar receivers: Odell Beckham Jr., Keenan Allen, Mike Evans, and T.Y. Hilton are all No. 1 wideouts who sport the number.
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Who wears #12 in the NFL?

12 For the Exact Same Reason. Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers are obviously two of the best quarterbacks the NFL has ever seen.
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Who wears 17 in the NFL?

Phillip Rivers who just recently retired from one season with the Colts and 17 seasons with the Chargers franchise. Jim Hart the quarterback of the St Louis Cardinals in the 1970's. Richie Petitbone the fantastic DB of the Bears, Rams and Redskins. Davante Adams the current wide receiver of the Green Bay Packers.
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Who wears 24 in the NFL?

Stephon Gilmore, New England Patriots. The reigning defensive player of the year kicks things off with the nod over star Browns running back Nick Chubb.
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Who wears 34 in the NFL?

As all die-hard Bears' fans know, Walter Payton was a blessing for the lives of many people. The number 34 is widely used in honor of one special player that changed football as we know it.
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What numbers can QBs wear?

The expanded jerseys will allow running backs, tight ends, fullbacks, H-backs and wide receivers to wear numbers 1-49 and 80-89; defensive backs can choose from 1-49; linebackers 1-59 and 90-99; offensive linemen 50-79; and defensive linemen 50-79 and 90-99. QBs, kickers and punters will remain in 1-19.
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