There have been several Puerto Rican players in the NFL over the years, with varying levels of success.
One of the most well-known Puerto Rican NFL players is Gabe Rivera, a defensive tackle who played for the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 1980s. Rivera was a two-time All-American at Texas Tech and was named the 1982 Southwest Conference Player of the Year. He was drafted 21st overall by the Steelers in 1983 but his career was cut short after a car accident that left him paralyzed from the waist down.
Another notable Puerto Rican NFL player is Victor Cruz, a wide receiver who played for the New York Giants from 2010-2016. Cruz was undrafted out of college but made a name for himself with the Giants, earning Pro Bowl and Second-Team All-Pro honors in 2011. He also helped the Giants win Super Bowl XLVI in 2012.
Other Puerto Rican NFL players include tight end John Puerta, who played for the Houston Oilers and the Miami Dolphins in the 1990s; offensive lineman Ruben Brown, who played for the Buffalo Bills and the Chicago Bears from 1995-2008; and linebacker Ramon Humber, who has played for several teams including the Indianapolis Colts, the New Orleans Saints, and the Buffalo Bills.
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