Reggie White (1961 – 2004) was an American football defensive end and one of the greatest players in NFL history. Known as the "Minister of Defense", he was a dominant force on the field and an ordained minister off it. Over 15 NFL seasons, he played for the Philadelphia Eagles, Green Bay Packers, and Carolina Panthers, earning two NFL Defensive Player of the Year awards.
White began his career at the University of Tennessee, where he was a unanimous All-American. He played two seasons in the USFL before joining the Eagles in 1985. In Philadelphia, he became the franchise's all-time sack leader and was instrumental in shaping modern free agency when he signed with Green Bay in 1993. With the Packers, he won Super Bowl XXXI and set a record for three sacks in a Super Bowl game.
Beyond football, White was deeply committed to his faith and community work, often engaging in social activism. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2006. His impact on the game and his legacy as both an athlete and humanitarian remain unparalleled.