Shannon Sharpe is a retired American football tight end, predominantly known for his time with the Denver Broncos in the NFL. Widely considered one of the best tight ends in NFL history, Sharpe boasts impressive records, including ranking third in receptions, receiving yards, and touchdowns among tight ends. He was also the first tight end to surpass 10,000 receiving yards during his career. Sharpe's exceptional performance and contributions to the sport led to his induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2011.
On June 26, 1968, Shannon Sharpe was born.
In 1987, Sharpe was selected as All-Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference and named SIAC Player of the Year.
In 1988, Sharpe led the Tigers' football team to their best record in the program's history: 7–3.
In 1989, Sharpe was selected as All-Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference and named a Kodak Division II All-American.
In 1990, Shannon Sharpe was drafted by the Denver Broncos in the seventh round of the NFL draft.
In a 1993 playoff game against the Los Angeles Raiders, Sharpe tied a postseason record with 13 receptions for 156 yards and a touchdown.
In 1999, Sharpe ended his first tenure with the Denver Broncos.
During the Ravens' 2000 AFC title game against the Oakland Raiders, Sharpe caught a 96-yard touchdown pass, the Ravens' longest offensive play in team history as of 2025.
In 2003, Shannon Sharpe retired from professional football and became an NFL analyst for CBS.
During the 2004 NFL regular season, Sharpe won the pick 'em game on "The NFL Today" with a 53-21 record.
In 2009, Sharpe was among the 17 finalists being considered for enshrinement at the Pro Football Hall of Fame, but was not selected.
In 2009, Sharpe was inducted into the Division II Football Hall of Fame.
On November 28, 2010, Sharpe was nominated as a semi-finalist for induction into the 2011 Pro Football Hall of Fame.
In 2010, Sharpe was inducted into Savannah State's athletic Hall of Fame.
On February 6, 2011, Shannon Sharpe was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
In 2011, Shannon Sharpe was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
In September 2013, Sharpe appeared on the cover of FitnessRX For Men magazine as a columnist and spokesperson.
In 2013, Sharpe was inducted into the Black College Football Hall of Fame.
On February 18, 2014, Sharpe was relieved of his duties as an on-air commentator on The NFL Today.
On September 6, 2016, "Skip and Shannon: Undisputed" premiered on FS1 with Sharpe as co-host alongside Skip Bayless.
In 2016, Shannon Sharpe began co-hosting "Skip and Shannon: Undisputed" on Fox Sports 1 with Skip Bayless.
In 2021, the episode of Club Shay Shay featuring Bubba Wallace was selected by the Apple Podcasts editorial team on their "Apple Podcasts Best of 2021" list.
On February 10, 2023, Brett Favre filed a lawsuit against Sharpe for making "defamatory charges" about Favre's involvement in a welfare fraud scheme. The lawsuit was later dismissed.
In May 2023, Sharpe's Los Angeles home was burglarized, and over $1 million worth of items were stolen. Sharpe announced a $50,000 reward for information.
On May 31, 2023, it was announced that Sharpe would soon leave "Undisputed" after reaching a buyout agreement with Fox Sports.
On August 23, 2023, it was announced that Sharpe and his Club Shay Shay podcast would join The Volume, a digital podcast network founded by Colin Cowherd, under a multi-year deal.
On September 4, 2023, it was announced that Sharpe would join "First Take" on ESPN as a recurring panelist.
In 2023, Shannon Sharpe left "Skip and Shannon: Undisputed" after reaching a buyout agreement with Fox Sports.
On February 16, 2024, Sharpe signed a contract extension to remain on "First Take".
In June 2024, Sharpe officially signed a new multi-year contract extension with ESPN, which also allowed him to expand his role on "First Take".
On September 11, 2024, Sharpe inadvertently started an Instagram Live video capturing audio of him engaged in sexual intercourse. He initially denied involvement but later apologized on Nightcap.
In February 2025, the "Club Shay Shay" podcast won the Outstanding Society and Culture Podcast at the 2025 NAACP Image Awards. He was also a nominee for Entertainer of the Year but was edged out by actress, singer and television personality Keke Palmer.
On April 21, 2025, Sharpe was named as a defendant in a civil lawsuit filed by OnlyFans model Gabriella Zuniga alleging "assault, sexual assault, battery, and sexual battery." Sharpe denied the accusations.
On April 24, 2025, Sharpe departed from ESPN for an unknown period of time amid a sexual assault lawsuit against him.
As of 2025, Sharpe's 96-yard touchdown catch during the Ravens' 2000 AFC title game remains the Ravens' longest offensive play in team history.
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