Reggie White, widely known as “The Minister of Defense,” was one of the most dominant defensive players in NFL history. Throughout his 15-year career, spanning from 1985 to 2000, White consistently terrorized opposing offenses with his unmatched strength, agility, and football IQ. He played for the Philadelphia Eagles, Green Bay Packers, and Carolina Panthers, earning accolades as one of the greatest defensive ends the league has ever seen. Below is a comprehensive look at Reggie White’s career, featuring detailed tables and key statistics.
Reggie White NFL Stats
Category
Stat
Years Active
1985-2000
Teams
Philadelphia Eagles, Green Bay Packers, Carolina Panthers
Position
Defensive End
Super Bowl Wins
1 (Super Bowl XXXI)
Defensive Player of the Year Awards
2 (1987, 1998)
Pro Bowls
13
Hall of Fame Induction
2006
Defensive Stats by Season
Season
Team
Games Played
Tackles
Sacks
Forced Fumbles
Fumble Recoveries
Interceptions
1985
Philadelphia Eagles
13
100
13.0
2
1
0
1986
Philadelphia Eagles
16
98
18.0
4
1
0
1987
Philadelphia Eagles
12
76
21.0
3
1
0
1988
Philadelphia Eagles
16
133
18.0
3
2
0
1989
Philadelphia Eagles
16
111
11.0
4
1
0
1990
Philadelphia Eagles
16
117
14.0
3
2
0
1991
Philadelphia Eagles
16
100
15.0
2
1
0
1992
Philadelphia Eagles
16
93
14.0
3
2
0
1993
Green Bay Packers
16
79
13.0
2
2
0
1994
Green Bay Packers
15
61
8.0
1
1
1
1995
Green Bay Packers
16
69
12.0
3
0
1
1996
Green Bay Packers
16
68
8.5
1
0
1
1997
Green Bay Packers
16
50
11.0
1
0
1
1998
Green Bay Packers
16
53
16.0
1
0
0
1999
Retired
–
–
–
–
–
–
2000
Carolina Panthers
16
34
5.5
0
0
0
Career Totals
Category
Stat
Games Played
232
Tackles
1,048
Sacks
198.0
Forced Fumbles
33
Fumble Recoveries
20
Interceptions
3
Pass Deflections
8
Postseason Stats
Season
Games Played
Tackles
Sacks
Forced Fumbles
Fumble Recoveries
Interceptions
1988
1
5
1.0
1
0
0
1989
2
13
2.0
0
0
0
1993
2
6
2.0
0
0
0
1995
2
8
1.0
0
0
0
1996
3
8
3.0
0
0
0
1997
3
4
2.0
0
0
0
Total
13
44
11.0
1
0
0
Awards and Achievements
Year
Award
1987
NFL Defensive Player of the Year
1998
NFL Defensive Player of the Year
1996
Super Bowl XXXI Champion (Green Bay Packers)
13x
Pro Bowl Selection
8x
First-Team All-Pro
2006
Pro Football Hall of Fame Induction
Key Records Held by Reggie White
Most Sacks in a Season by a Defensive Lineman: 21.0 sacks (1987).
Second All-Time in Career Sacks: 198.0 sacks (as of 2024).
Most Consecutive Seasons with Double-Digit Sacks: 9 seasons (1985-1993).
Super Bowl Performance
Reggie White played a critical role in helping the Green Bay Packers win Super Bowl XXXI. He recorded 3 sacks in the game, setting a Super Bowl record that still stands today.
Reggie White’s impact on the NFL is immeasurable. Known for his incredible combination of power and speed, White redefined the role of a defensive end and became a nightmare for opposing quarterbacks. His consistency, with double-digit sack totals in nine consecutive seasons, and his leadership on and off the field, solidified him as one of the greatest defenders in football history.
Reggie White’s influence extended beyond the football field. As a minister, he was a respected figure in the community, and his legacy as both an athlete and a person continues to inspire many. His untimely death in 2004 at the age of 43 shocked the sports world, but his memory lives on, especially in the NFL, where his records and impact on the game are still celebrated.
