Sitting in his Jedi stance, Lester clearly states, 7. Funny, the NFL Network chose them as the 8th Best Linebacking Corps of all time.10.

Lester Hayes was a champion.

He learned the “Riddell technique” from Pat Thomas, a technique that made sure you planted the Riddell logo on your helmet into the numbers of the wide receiver.

For instance, Hall of Famers such as Deion Sanders played in 11 playoff games with 5 interceptions and zero touchdowns. Never saw the 1970s and 1980s but I like to watch Lester Hayes highlights. Then he faced Hall of Famer, Fred Biletnikoff in practice every day, learning how to apply this technique against a quick and crafty wide receiver.

And he recorded one more key statistic.

These statistics below should speak volumes about his playoff performances and his ability to get that game-changing turnover:1980 – 12/28 – Week 17 – AFC Wildcard Playoff vs. Houston Oilers2 interceptions, 1 touchdown on a 20-yard interception return.1980 – 1/04  – Week 18 – AFC Divisional Playoff vs. Cleveland Browns1980 – 1/11  – Week 19 – AFC Conference Playoff vs. San Diego Chargers1982 – 1/15  – Week 11– AFC Divisional Playoff vs. New York Jets1983 – 1/01  – Week 18 – AFC Divisional Playoff vs. Pittsburgh Steelers 1 interception, 1 touchdown on an 18-yard interception return.1983 – 1/08  – Week 19 – AFC Conference Playoff vs. Seattle Seahawks In Super Bowl XV, Hayes didn’t intercept a pass but he limited his man to just two receptions in the Raiders 27-10 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles. No problem, he proceeded to add 5 more interceptions in the post season and one, he returned for a touchdown.
For example, Ken Riley who played for the Cincinnati Bengals is ranked #5 in interceptions with 65. We will discuss Super Bowl XVIII in a bit. Stickum was banned in 1981, and to many Lester lost his ability to summon the “Force”.

So for the first half, they did not catch a single pass. Lester Hayes is ranked #83 in career interceptions with 39 interceptions. Hall of Famer Ronnie Lott has played 7 playoff games with 9 interceptions and 2 touchdowns. Video tribute to raider legend "the judge" lester hayes.

Mel Blount, a member of the Steel Curtain was widely known for his physical play. That means Lester, who was on the opposite side of Hall of Famer, Michael Haynes, could not be and was not, a weak link. Overnight, mediocre quarterbacks became legends and the passing attack was born.

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Lester Craig Hayes (born January 22, 1955) is a former professional American football player for the Oakland / Los Angeles Raiders of the National Football League (NFL). Lester Hayes was a champion.

No argument there. He was selected Second-team All Pro in 1981, 1982, 1983 and 1984. A true Jedi adapts and becomes one with the “Force”. He excelled after the implementation of “The Mel Blount Rule” that was used to enhance the passing game and handicap the cornerbacks. Yes, you guessed right. LESTER HAYES . He had 8 interceptions and 2 touchdowns as the starter on his own island when it counted the most.

In the late 70’s, the NFL made it illegal to harass the wide receiver five yards past the line of scrimmage.

Highlights of the greatest cornerback in raiders history. What about the psychological impact that Lester had on wide receivers that lined up against him? Stickum did not prevent Fred Biletnikoff from being inducted into the Hall. 8. No problem, he proceeded to add 5 more interceptions in the post season and one, he returned for a touchdown. Literally, an entire side of the field was shutdown and opposing quarterbacks had to think twice before releasing the ball. That means the likes of Ted Hendricks, Rod Martin and Matt Millen all benefited.

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And Michael Haynes, we will touch on his relationship with Lester in a bit. Lester was still considered the best in his position even with those low numbers.

Mel Blount and Michael Haynes.

It all determines on how you value the number of interceptions in a players career.
Well, his first catch was in the 3rd quarter. When he entered training camp in 1977 as a rookie, he had to adjust to a new style of man-man coverage while playing the cornerback position for the first time.

© 2019 Varsity Club Enterprises All Rights Reserved Store Highlights. Those numbers are 3, 2, 2, and 1. I guess the issue is that he declared it during warm ups, minutes before the game. Hall of Famer Ronnie Lott has played 7 playoff games with 9 interceptions and 2 touchdowns. Then he faced Hall of Famer, Fred Biletnikoff in practice every day, learning how to apply this technique against a quick and crafty wide receiver. 0:15. It all determines on how you value the number of interceptions in a players career. Has never liked the name "The Molester" Much prefers "The Judge" Joe Theisman was the league’s MVP throwing for 3,714 yards and 29 touchdowns.

Now don’t let the Second Team status, fool you.


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