Shannon Sharpe's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Shannon Sharpe. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Shannon Sharpe is a retired American NFL tight end, primarily known for his time with the Denver Broncos. Widely considered one of the best tight ends in NFL history, he holds top-three records for receptions, receiving yards, and touchdowns among tight ends. Sharpe was the first tight end to exceed 10,000 receiving yards. His accomplishments led to his induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2011.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1987: All-SIAC Selection and SIAC Player of the Year

In 1987, Shannon Sharpe was named an All-Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SIAC) selection and the SIAC Player of the Year.

1989: Kodak Division II All-American

In 1989, Shannon Sharpe was selected as a Kodak Division II All-American.

1992: First Pro Bowl Selection

In 1992, Shannon Sharpe was selected to his first of multiple Pro Bowls.

1993: Playoff Record

In 1993, Shannon Sharpe tied a postseason record with 13 receptions for 156 yards and a touchdown against the Los Angeles Raiders.

1998: Pro Bowl Selection

In 1998, Shannon Sharpe continued his streak of Pro Bowl selections.

2001: Last Pro Bowl Selection

In 2001, Shannon Sharpe was selected to his last Pro Bowl.

2009: Hall of Fame Nomination

In 2009, Shannon Sharpe was among the finalists for enshrinement in the Pro Football Hall of Fame but was not selected in his first year of eligibility.

2009: Inducted into the Division II Football Hall of Fame

In 2009, Shannon Sharpe was inducted into the Division II Football Hall of Fame.

November 28, 2010: Hall of Fame Semi-Finalist

On November 28, 2010, Shannon Sharpe was nominated as a semi-finalist for induction into the 2011 Pro Football Hall of Fame.

2010: Savannah State's Athletic Hall of Fame Induction

In 2010, Shannon Sharpe was inducted into Savannah State's athletic Hall of Fame.

February 6, 2011: Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame

On February 6, 2011, Shannon Sharpe was officially inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

2011: Pro Football Hall of Fame Induction

In 2011, Shannon Sharpe was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, recognizing his outstanding career as a tight end.

2013: Black College Football Hall of Fame Induction

In 2013, Shannon Sharpe was inducted into the Black College Football Hall of Fame.

2021: "Apple Podcasts Best of 2021" Selection

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.