Steve McNair
Awards & Honours
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Awards Won
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Honours
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Rankings
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Covers
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Records
Steve McNair achieved historic milestones that set him apart in NFL history. He was the first African American quarterback to win the NFL MVP award, joining an elite group of only four players to ever receive that honor. His co-MVP season with Peyton Manning in 2003 was only the second time in NFL history that the award was shared. McNair's induction into the College Football Hall of Fame in 2020 cemented his legacy as one of the greatest players in college football history. His jersey number 12 was retired by Alcorn State University, and he was inducted into the Tennessee Titans Ring of Honor posthumously.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
College Football Hall of Fame
Inducted for his outstanding college career at Alcorn State University.
Tennessee Titans Ring of Honor
Posthumous induction recognizing his impact on the franchise.
Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame
Inducted for his contributions to sports in Mississippi.
Jersey Number Retirement
Number 12 retired in his honor.
Rankings & Lists
50 Greatest Quarterbacks of All Time
Top 25 Quarterbacks of All Time
100 Greatest Players in NFL History
Greatest Quarterbacks of the Modern Era (1990–2019)
Magazine Covers
Sports Illustrated
2003-11-17
MVP Season Feature
Sports Illustrated
2000-01-10
Super Bowl Preview
Records & Feats
First African American QB to Win NFL MVP
Shared the 2003 award with Peyton Manning, breaking a long-standing barrier.
Most Consecutive SWAC Offensive Player of the Year Awards
Won the award four consecutive times (1991–1994) at Alcorn State.
Second Co-MVP in NFL History
Only the second time the AP MVP award was shared between two players.