Las Vegas Raiders: 15 most beloved fan favorites in franchise history
player. 28. . DE. (1981-93). Howie Long. 10
Most beloved Raiders of all time: 10. Howie Long
Few players in the history of the Silver and Black are as well-known as Howie Long, due in large part to his longevity with the organization.
In 1981, the Raiders drafted Long out of Villanova University with their second-round draft selection. After taking Tedd Watts (eventual bust) in the first round of that draft, somehow the Raiders got lucky enough to land Long as a steal in the second round.
In 13 seasons with the franchise, Long would tally 84 sacks, the second-highest mark in franchise history. He earned eight Pro Bowl nominations, three First-Team All-Pro selections and two Second-Team All-Pro selections. In addition, Long featured heavily for the 1983 team that went on to win the franchise’s third Super Bowl.
A legend on the field, Long has stayed in the NFL and Raiders spotlight since his retirement. His sons Chris and Kyle are both NFL players, keeping in line with the family business. Also, Long had a brief acting career, appearing in five movies.
Long also features on FOX’s NFL coverage and surfaces around Raiders training camps and other events throughout the season. Long’s legacy is well cemented with the organization. He is one of the most beloved and well-known players to don the Silver and Black. Success and overall likability make Long an easy selection to being the top 10.