Warren Carlos Sapp is a former American professional football player who played as a defensive tackle primarily for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the NFL. He played 13 seasons, with nine years at the Buccaneers and four years with the Oakland Raiders. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2013. Sapp helped lead the Buccaneers to their first Super Bowl victory in Super Bowl XXXVII and is known for his hard-hitting style and leadership. He made seven Pro Bowl appearances, earned multiple All-Pro honors, and retired with 96.5 sacks, one of the highest sack totals for a defensive tackle in NFL history. His number 99 jersey was retired by the Buccaneers, and since 2024, he has been a graduate assistant for the Colorado Buffaloes. Sapp had a very successful NFL career marked by his intense passion and talent, including winning the Lombardi Award and other college football honors before joining the NFL. He played a crucial role in Tampa Bay's defense and was an NFL Defensive Player of the Year. After retiring, he remained involved in football through coaching and media appearances. This summary includes the key highlights of his career, accomplishments, and legacy as one of the great defensive linemen in NFL history.
