Raiders, Giants Highlight Legacy of Jersey Numbers 56-58 Before NFL Season

As the NFL season approaches, countdowns highlight notable players associated with jersey numbers for the Raiders and the New York Giants. For the Raiders, Derrick Burgess is celebrated for wearing number 56, setting a franchise single-season sack record in 2005, while the current wearer is an undrafted rookie from Indiana. At number 57, the Raiders honor linebacker Jerry Robinson, who had a distinguished career including multiple All-Pro selections; the current number 57 is worn by former Bengals linebacker Pratt. Number 58 is linked to Raiders' linebacker Monte Johnson, a key player in their Super Bowl XI win, with Jackson Powers-Johnson set to start as center this season. For the Giants, Lawrence Taylor is recognized as the best to wear number 56, revolutionizing the game and becoming a defensive icon, while outside linebacker Byron Hunt is noted for number 57, contributing significantly to the Giants' 1986 Super Bowl championship run. These retrospectives celebrate the legacy and ongoing contributions of players associated with these numbers as teams prepare for the upcoming season.