{
  "id": 303812,
  "title": "Anthony Munoz ranked among the 100 best NFL players of all time",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/08/anthony-munoz-ranked-among-the-100-best-nfl-players-of-all-time",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-08T10:30:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/anthony-munoz-ranked-among-100-103000979.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Anthony Munoz, a Cincinnati Bengals legend, has been ranked among the top 100 NFL players of all time by CBS Sports. The Hall of Famer, who was inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame in 1998, is considered the best left tackle in NFL history. Munoz was selected as the third overall pick in the 1980 NFL Draft, despite concerns about his injury history. He played 13 seasons with the Bengals, becoming a starter from his rookie year and earning 9 All-Pro and 11 Pro Bowl selections. Munoz's versatility extended beyond his pass-blocking skills, as he caught seven passes and scored four touchdowns during his career. He was named Offensive Lineman of the Year in 1981 and 1988, and NFLPA Offensive Lineman of the Year in 1981, 1985, 1988, and 1989, among other awards. Munoz's impressive track record includes protecting quarterbacks and contributing seven receptions and four touchdowns to his team.",
  "summary": "Anthony Munoz has been ranked 19th in Yahoo Sports' list of the 100 best NFL players of all time, cementing his legacy as one of the greatest left tackles in NFL history. Known for his remarkable consistency and versatility, Munoz played as a starter for 13 seasons with the Cincinnati Bengals, earning numerous accolades including 9 All-Pro selections and 11 Pro Bowls. His impressive career statistics, such as only 14 holding penalties and 16 false starts in 13 years, highlight his exceptional performance. Munoz's impact extended beyond his playing days, as he was named to the NFL 75th Anniversary All-Time Team and later inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame in 1998 and the Cincinnati Bengals Ring of Honor in 2021.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}