Watching the nail-biting end to the Skins/Texans game last night in which ex-Cav Matt Schaub looked like the elite passer that he is, it got me thinking about other UVa alums in professional sports. All stats, records, and awards info was taken from the pages of Wikipedia.
Mark Reynolds (ARI) and Ryan Zimmerman (WAS): These two slugging corner infielders are among the few bright spots on their respective teams. Reynolds is consistently at the top of the list of RBIs and HRs, as well as strikeouts. Zimmerman is the cornerstone of the National’s offense and last year became an All Star, a Gold Glove winner, as well as a Silver Slugger award winner, which is awarded to the best offensive performer at each position.
Ronde Barber (TB): While Tampa Bay has struggled mightily in recent years, this cornerback continues to shine despite being getting up there in age. Barber is a five-time Pro Bowler, a Super Bowl Champion, was recently named to the NFL 2000s All Decade team, and tops the Buccaneers all time interceptions list. Wow.
D’Brickashaw Ferguson (NYJ)-OK, how many of you smiled or laughed after reading his name? Be honest. This guy and the rest of the Jets offensive line were a major reason why Mark Sanchez got to the AFC Championship game in his rookie season. The athletic left tackle made his first Pro Bowl last year as well. Two more fun facts: Ferguson is a black belt in Karate and his middle name is Montgomery.
Some other notable Cavs alums include James Farrior, Thomas Jones, Chris Long, Heath Miller, Jason Snelling, and Tiki Barber.-MA
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