11Johnny Unitas
After a tightening of athletic aid, famed NFL quarterback Johnny Unitas maintained his scholarship at the University of Louisville by taking square dancing instead.
12Ronnie Lott
In 1985, Ronnie Lott, a 49ers Cornerback, crushed his pinky finger in a game and in the off-season faced the choice of intricate finger surgery and possibly missed playing time, or amputation of the tip of his finger. He chose amputation and played on for six more years.
13Dan Marino
During NFL great Dan Marino's career, he passed for over 43 miles (61,361 yards) but only ran 87 yards.
14Alan Page
Former NFL player and Hall-of-Famer Alan Page received his Juris Doctor while still playing for the Minnesota Vikings. In 1992, Page was elected to an open seat as an Associate Justice of the Minnesota Supreme Court, becoming the first African-American to serve on that court.
15Tony Gonzalez
NFL tight end Tony Gonzalez once saved a San Diego Charger fan's life by performing the Heimlich Maneuver.
16Charles Woodson
Charles Woodson, a former Heisman winner, and super bowl winner was born with severe clubfeet.
17Eugene Robinson
Former NFL player Eugene Robinson was arrested in a prostitution sting the night before his team the Atlanta Falcons were going to play in the Super Bowl. Earlier on the day of his arrest, he was awarded the Bart Starr Award which is given to the player who best exemplifies outstanding character.
