BUFFALO BILLS LEGENDS
Pro Football Hall of Famers
The Buffalo Bills boast 14 Pro Football Hall of Famers who have played, coached, or served in administrative roles. These legends built the foundation of Bills Mafia and created an unforgettable legacy through their dominance on the field.
WALL OF FAME
Honoring Bills Legends Since 1980
The Buffalo Bills Wall of Fame was created in 1980 to honor former players, administrators and coaches who have played significant roles in the team's history. To be eligible for induction, an individual must have played with the Bills for at least three years and be retired from professional football. Also eligible are other individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the Bills, including administrators and coaches. Selections are made by a distinguished panel composed of club personnel and media members.
Edward Abramoski
Athletic Trainer • 1960-1996
Joe DeLamielleure
Guard • 1973-1979, 1985
Elbert Dubenion
Wide Receiver • 1960-1968
Booker Edgerson
Defensive Back • 1962-1969
Joe Ferguson
Quarterback • 1973-1984
Cookie Gilchrist
Fullback / Running Back • 1962-1964
Phil Hansen
Defensive End • 1991-2001
Kent Hull
Center • 1986-1996
Robert James
Defensive Back • 1969-1974
Bob Kalsu
Guard • 1968
Jim Kelly
Quarterback • 1986-1996
Jack Kemp
Quarterback • 1962-1969
Marv Levy
Head Coach • 1986-1997
Patrick McGroder
General Manager • 1983-1985
Van Miller
Broadcaster • 1960-1970, 1978-2003
Bill Polian
General Manager • 1986-1992
Andre Reed
Wide Receiver • 1985-1999
Jim Ritcher
Guard • 1980-1993
Lou Saban
Head Coach • 1962-1965, 1972-1976
George Saimes
Defensive Back • 1963-1969
Tom Sestak
Defensive Tackle • 1962-1968
Billy Shaw
Guard • 1961-1969
O.J. Simpson
Running Back • 1969-1977
Fred Smerlas
Defensive Tackle • 1979-1989
Bruce Smith
Defensive End • 1985-1999
Mike Stratton
Linebacker • 1962-1971
Darryl Talley
Linebacker • 1983-1994
Steve Tasker
Wide Receiver / Special Teams • 1986-1997
Thurman Thomas
Running Back • 1988-1999
Ralph C. Wilson Jr.
Owner • 1959-2014
Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Statue
The Bills announced in 2015 that the organization would commission a statue to be made of Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. The statue is displayed outside of Highmark Stadium in Founder's Plaza.
Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. passed away at the age of 95. Mr. Wilson was the sole owner of the Bills franchise for 54 seasons after purchasing the team on October 28, 1959. Under his leadership, the Bills won two American Football League Championships in 1964 and 1965 and appeared in an unprecedented four consecutive Super Bowls in the 1990s.
The construction of the statue was a collaborative effort between Terry and Kim Pegula and Mary Wilson. Founder's Plaza, the current location of the statue, is located northwest of The Bills Store at Highmark Stadium.
Mr. Wilson's statue is the first statue in history to be displayed on the grounds of Highmark Stadium. The life-size statue is based on a photo taken of Mr. Wilson with Thurman Thomas along the sidelines on October 21, 1990 during Buffalo's 30-27 victory over the New York Jets.
Jim Kelly
Quarterback • 1986-1996
Master of the K-Gun no-huddle offense. Led Buffalo to unprecedented AFC dominance with 4 straight Super Bowl appearances.
Thurman Thomas
Running Back • 1988-1999
Dynamic running back who formed the legendary K-Gun offense with Jim Kelly. Known for vision, patience, and clutch performances.
Bruce Smith
Defensive End • 1985-1999
The NFL's all-time sacks leader. Dominant pass rusher who anchored the Bills defense during their Super Bowl runs.
Andre Reed
Wide Receiver • 1985-1999
Dynamic playmaker who defined the K-Gun offense. Elite after the catch with 911 receptions and 173 TDs. Four consecutive Super Bowl appearances.
Bruce Smith
Defensive End • 1985-1999
The NFL's all-time sacks leader. Dominant pass rusher who anchored the Bills defense during their Super Bowl runs with 200 career sacks.
Marv Levy
Head Coach • 1986-1997
Architect of the Bills dynasty. Led team to unprecedented 4 consecutive Super Bowls with innovative K-Gun offense at age 75+.
Joe DeLamielleure
Offensive Guard • 1973-1979, 1985
Dominant blocker who paved the way for O.J. Simpson's 2,000-yard season. Known for aggressive mauling style.
James Lofton
Wide Receiver • 1989-1992
Speedster who stretched defenses deep. Set Bills single-season receiving record in 1990 with 1,076 yards.
Bill Polian
General Manager • 1984-1992
Master talent evaluator who built the Bills dynasty. Later won Super Bowl XLI with Colts as GM.
O.J. Simpson
Running Back • 1969-1977
The first 2,000-yard rusher in NFL history (2,003 yards in 1973). Held single-season record for over a decade.
Ralph Wilson
Founder/Owner • 1960-2014
Founding father of the Buffalo Bills. One of AFL's original owners who kept the team in Buffalo through everything.
Thurman Thomas
Running Back • 1988-1999
Bell-cow back who powered the Bills offense. Four consecutive 1,000-yard seasons during Super Bowl runs.
Jim Kelly
Quarterback • 1986-1996
Field general of the K-Gun offense. Led Bills to 4 Super Bowls with no-huddle attack. 35,467 career yards.