"Some people are never meant for stardom, even if they are the star type," the Hall of Famer Judy Rankin told Sports Illustrated in 1983, reflecting on Whitworth's unflashy persona. Los Angeles Rams offensive tackle Andrew Whitworth captured the NFL's highest honor. Reminds me if you guys have never watched that show Vinyl on HBO you should check it out. It's pretty good sucks they ordered a 2nd season of it then canceled it. Whitworth said he spoke to the Rams about potentially staying in the organization in some way or try to stay in football some other way, like in the broadcast booth. https://theramswire.usatoday.com/2019/08/26/nfl-rams-andrew-whitworth-hall-of-fame-pardon-my-take/, One free agent each NFL team should re-sign in 2023, 9 combine standouts from Day 1 that the Rams could target, Ian Rapoport shares update on potential Jalen Ramsey trade price and timeline, 7 tight ends for Rams to watch at NFL combine, 7 quarterbacks for Rams to watch at NFL combine, Rams 2023 Draft Prospect Profile: Jake Haener (QB, Fresno State), Nolan Smith may have run and jumped out of Rams' range with eye-popping combine performance, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. If a contemporary such as Duane Brown or Jason Petersretires in the next year, it gets even murkier for him. Los Angeles Rams offensive tackle Andrew Whitworth has a very special place in the heart of most Cincinnati Bengals fans. He played every offensive snap in nine of the thirteen contests, for an offense that averaged 374.1 yards per game. December 22, 2016 in THE BENGALS FORUM - For Bengals Fans *Only*. Andrew Whitworth's resume might not scream Hall of Famer, but anyone that has watched him play over the years knows he makes a case for it. "But if you look at it on that list, if you played in that decade alone, much less I played longer in both decades Ive played in three of them, in the one decade (from 2010 to 2020), I won the most games, I went to just as many Pro Bowls, I went to a Super Bowl, I played the most snaps, right up there with the least sacks (allowed) if not the least, I was one of the highest graders of all those guys if you want to (look at) statistics of (Pro Football Focus), won the most division championships, I think only one other guy went to the Super Bowl, so I think its gone of those things like what do you want to measure it with, which I think its always so funny with quarterbacks sometimes, we flip the conversation whether theyre a winner or whether its statistics. I don't think I would complain if he made it, but I wouldn't complain if he didn't either. Andrew Whitworth has been one of the best left tackles in the NFL the last four years. He finished with four Pro Bowl and two First-Team All-Pro. I allowed guilt to control my life and cause me to make huge mistakes. After his second season in the NFL, Whitworth recommitted to his faith after going to church. That investment in this community and now pulling it off and winning a Super Bowl, I think that we would probably be leaning to retiring as Rams just because of what its become to our family and really what its become to us to be a part of something bigger than just us.. If you look at that list, regardless of what you think of talent, because sometimes I think we talk about offensive line now and the conversation always leads to how talented they were and how many freaky plays they have.'. Legal Statement. [5] He was ejected from a preseason game against the Jacksonville Jaguars after getting into a fight with Jaguars defensive end John Henderson. Hello, I am Gurmeet singh , Blogger from Jammu, India. Powered and implemented by FactSet Digital Solutions. Andrew Whitworth has seemingly been in the NFL for almost an eternity. Definitely not a first ballot, but might be able to get in down the line. View Los Angeles Rams left tackle Andrew Whitworth called out former 49ers left tackle Joe Staley for trolling Whitworth's wife on Twitter. Cincinnati's offensive lineman and union rep says he doesn't think players so much have issues with the league as with the commissioner. Left and right arrows move across top level links and expand / close menus in sub levels. He said for the Rams to repeat as champions is a "heck of a challenge", Andrew Whitworth attends Launch of Actors & Athletes: Unions for Democracy at Jean-Georges Beverly Hills on July 17, 2022 in Beverly Hills, California. And two, Ive already thought through. Heritage Gallery Hall of Fame. But I just cant do it. Enter and space open menus and escape closes them as well. I now live life with a new clear mind, whole heart, and a burning passion to spread Christs love.[22], Whitworth and his wife, Melissa, have four children: twins Sarah and Drew, Michael, and Katherine. An example of data being processed may be a unique identifier stored in a cookie. There's legitimately nobody more deserving (besides Joe Thomas) during his era. I remember even before I retired, like where would you watch the first game when you retire. Besides, if you ever feel down about it, just remember that if Whitworth had never left, we might not have had a chance to see Joe Burrow and JaMarr Chase turn everything around. I know they're supposed to be hugely influential and I guess you have to take all those other bands say-so on that, but to me they were just kind of.. meh. With Whitworths start at left tackle as he celebrated his 40th birthday, he became the oldest player in NFL history to make a start at this position. He was beloved here, and Cincinnati loved him. The standard for getting in is a lot lower than we think. [8] He was voted as the 67th best player by his peers in the 2016 list. CONGRATS BIG WHIT https://t.co/sTvTW1IJfC He wasnt great his entire career. Instead, Brown and the rest of Cincinnati waved goodbye to a franchise icon, as the front office and coaching staff began rolling the dice on two unproven third-year offensive linemen. I want to hold a grudge. Where was Andrew Whitworth born? The winning part of it is so dumb in a game like football that relies on so many other players and coaches on your team especially pre free agent days when you were stuck there. For a NT or DT to be the leaders and voices for an NFL team speaks volumes about them. Hall of Fame.solid chance. Really their only NFL stat. They didn't disappoint, and rightfully earned the approval of a future Hall of Fame player. And he's not done yet.Whitworth is under contract to the Rams next year for a $7.5 million base salary plus a $5.5 million [more] Id love to keep talking about it and being involved with it. By The Thanos clone was a constant brick wall in his football career as an offensive tackle. He was a stud on the field and continues to be an exceptional leader off it, which will continue into retirement. "Obviously, you hear guys guys who have been here for a long time or guys who are trying to get in I think their take on who deserves to get in changes drastically over the years. With the news of Andrew Whitworth's retirement today, he would first be eligible for the Hall of Fame in 2027. Be like the Instagram posts where I just keep talking about how good I am constantly, Whitworth joked. I fell to my knees and told God I was tired of running. Im not going to lie, it really hurts to hear that, especially knowing how much Cincinnati meant to Whitworth too. I love those guys. Without SB rings there is no hope for a Bengals player making it to the hall, particularly a lineman not blocking for an MVP QB or RB. Andrew James Whitworth[1] (born December 12, 1981) is a former American football tackle who played in the National Football League (NFL) for 16 seasons. Cant write it any better. I think my career stands there with any tackle thats played the game. I think he is a guy that eventually could get in, but Idon't know. Whitworth and Pepsi debuted the "Pepsi 18 Week Pack" a tiny home which will provide the rabid NFL fan everything they need to watch the game. Add Isaac Curtis. Oldest offensive lineman to win a Super Bowl. However, he has been as reliable as any tackle, helping the Rams to a Super Bowl appearance. Like Tom Brady, Andrew Whitworth is eluding Father Time, at least for now. 1 Comment. Ill end on this - the WPMOY might be a big reason he getsin earlier than I anticipate. He earned All-Southeastern Conference first-team honors in each of his last two seasons, including a consensus nod as a senior. Is Luke Kuechly going to be a first ballot Hall of Famer. January 23, 2023 7 min Watch. or redistributed. In December, Whitworth will become the first Rams offensive lineman to play the game at age 40. Predicting the next generation's Pro Football Hall of Famers. McVay joked that Whitworth could come back to the Rams next season if he wants to break Jeff Saturdays record for the most wins by an offensive lineman, sitting one win shy of Saturday. As much as hes meant to the city of Cincinnati, he means just as much to the city of Los Angeles, and to hear him tell it, LA has embraced him the same way the Queen City did. Is Andrew Whitworth a Hall of Famer? But this begs the question: why? Sean McVay sees Andrew Whitworth as a Hall of Famer Teams AFC East Bills Dolphins Jets Patriots AFC North Bengals Browns Ravens Steelers AFC South Colts Jaguars Texans Titans AFC West. Whitworth said he grew up as a Christian from a young age, but he lived mostly for himself. Whitworths list of achievements is nearly endless, as he mentioned during an interview with Fox News. But it's a joke anyway, just like the football one. Buy Bengals Tickets Whitworth, a Bengals player from 2006-2016,. Andrew Whitworth capped a stellar NFL career with a Super Bowl championship with the Los Angeles Rams last season and moved from the trenches to the broadcast booth before the 2022 season. "When this concept came up, I was like this is unbelievable. "For me being retired, its why it resonated so much," Whitworth said of teaming up with Pepsi to unveil the "Pepsi 18 Week Pack." Arguably the best OT in his era. Subscribe to our newsletter to get our newest articles instantly! His play was key for an offense that scored 39 TDs and averaged 395.6 yards per game. Do you see Whitworth in the Hall of Fame someday? He was also the first Seahawks player since Hall of Fame wide receiver Steve Largent . You got the toughest schedules any time you finish first so youre not going to have easy games. https://theramswire.usatoday.com/2022/03/15/rams-andrew-whitworth-sean-mcvay-hall-of-fame-eligibility/, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. On December 12, 2010 Whitworth caught a one-yard touchdown pass from Carson Palmer against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Whitworth will have to wait five years to find out if the Selection Committee agrees that he belongs in the Hall of Fame. On July 25, 2008, Whitworth agreed in principle to a four-year extension worth a reported $30 million that would keep him in Cincinnati through 2013.