How many interceptions does Deion Sanders have in his career
Deion Sanders, or “Prime Time”, is one of the greatest defensive players in NFL history. He is a two-time Super Bowl champion, eight-time Pro Bowler, six-time All-Pro, and a member of both the College Football Hall of Fame and Pro Football Hall of Fame. He is also known for his excellence in the interception game; Sanders holds the record for most career interceptions with 53.
Career Interceptions Breakdown
Sanders had 34 interceptions while playing for the Atlanta Falcons, 10 while playing for the San Francisco 49ers, 8 while playing for the Dallas Cowboys, and one while playing for the Washington Redskins. He recorded two interceptions in the Super Bowl, one in Super Bowl XXIX and one in Super Bowl XXX.
Notable Interceptions
Here are some of Sanders’ most notable interceptions:
- Super Bowl XXVII: Sanders intercepted a throw from the Buffalo Bills’ Jim Kelly.
- Super Bowl XXX: Sanders brought back an interception 49 yards for a touchdown against the Pittsburg Steelers.
- 2000 NFC Championship Game: It was his final interception as a Cowboy. He intercepted a pass by Bret Favre of the Packers.
Deion Sanders is one of the greatest defensive players in NFL history, and it’s no surprise that he holds the record for most career interceptions with 53. His interceptions in Super Bowls XXX and XXVII are some of the most memorable plays of his career. He truly is an interception king.
