Michael Strahan's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Michael Strahan.

Michael Strahan is a former American professional football player and current television host and journalist. He spent his entire 15-year NFL career as a defensive end for the New York Giants. Strahan is known for his exceptional pass-rushing abilities, setting the NFL single-season sack record. A highlight of his career includes winning Super Bowl XLII with the Giants in 2007. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2014, solidifying his legacy as one of the sport's greats. Post-football, he transitioned to a successful media career.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1990: Giants First Championship Since 1990

In 2007, the Giants won their first championship since 1990, the 15th and final season for Michael Strahan.

1992: All-SWAC and SWAC Player of the Year

In 1992, Michael Strahan was named First-team All-Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) and the SWAC's Player of the Year for the second consecutive season.

1997: Dominance in the NFL Begins

From 1997, Michael Strahan established himself as one of the most dominant defensive ends in the NFL.

1997: Breakout Season

In 1997, Michael Strahan had a breakout season, recording 14 sacks, earning his first Pro Bowl selection, and being named First-team All-Pro by the Associated Press.

1998: Continued Success

In 1998, Michael Strahan continued his success, racking up 15 sacks and being voted into his second Pro-Bowl and All-Pro team.

1999: Game-Winning Interception

In week 8 of the 1999 season, Michael Strahan returned an interception 44 yards for a game-winning overtime touchdown in a 23–17 win over the Philadelphia Eagles.

2001: Named NFL Defensive Player of the Year

In 2001, Michael Strahan was named the NFL Defensive Player of the Year.

2001: Sets NFL Sack Record

In the 2001 season, Michael Strahan set the NFL record for sacks in a single season with 22.5.

2003: Named NFC Defensive Player of the Year

In 2003, Michael Strahan was named NFC Defensive Player of the Year for the second time.

2005: Returns to Pro Bowl

In 2005, Michael Strahan rebounded from an injury-plagued season to return to the Pro Bowl, with his protégé, Osi Umenyiora.

September 30, 2007: Sets New Franchise Record

On September 30, 2007, Michael Strahan sacked Donovan McNabb, setting a new franchise record with 133.5 career sacks.

2007: Giants Win Super Bowl XLII

In 2007, Michael Strahan helped the New York Giants win Super Bowl XLII against the New England Patriots in his final season.

February 3, 2008: Super Bowl XLII Victory

On February 3, 2008, Michael Strahan had two tackles and one sack in Super Bowl XLII, helping the Giants defeat the previously undefeated New England Patriots.

February 2, 2013: Pro Football Hall of Fame Snub

On February 2, 2013, Michael Strahan was not voted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility.

November 3, 2014: Hall of Fame Ring Presentation

On November 3, 2014, Michael Strahan was presented his Hall of Fame ring at halftime of a New York Giants–Indianapolis Colts game, with numerous former Giants players and teammates in attendance.

2014: Inducted into Black College Football Hall of Fame

In 2014, Michael Strahan was inducted into the Black College Football Hall of Fame.

2014: Induction into Pro Football Hall of Fame

In 2014, Michael Strahan was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

November 28, 2021: Giants Retire Number 92

On November 28, 2021, the New York Giants retired Michael Strahan's number 92 at halftime of their game against the Philadelphia Eagles.

December 11, 2021: Suborbital Space Flight

On December 11, 2021, Michael Strahan flew on a suborbital space flight aboard the Blue Origin NS-19, becoming the tallest person to fly in space and a recipient of the FAA Commercial Space Astronaut Wings.