1. Deion Sanders: Widely considered the greatest cornerback of all time, Sanders had a Hall of Fame career with 53 interceptions and 9 touchdowns.
2. Ronnie Lott: A versatile defensive back who played both safety and cornerback, Lott was a key player on the San Francisco 49ers dynasty of the 1980s.
3. Rod Woodson: One of the best all-around defensive backs in NFL history, Woodson played cornerback, safety, and even returned kicks during his career.
4. Ed Reed: Known for his incredible instincts and ball-hawking skills, Reed was a dominant safety for the Baltimore Ravens and finished his career with 64 interceptions.
5. Mel Blount: A physical cornerback who played for the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 1970s, Blount's style of play led the NFL to change the rules around between receivers and defenders.
6. Darrell Green: A speedy cornerback who played for the Washington Redskins for 20 seasons, Green was known for his durability and was named to seven Pro Bowls.
7. Champ Bailey: A shutdown cornerback who played for the Denver Broncos and has 52 career interceptions, Bailey was named to 12 Pro Bowls during his career.
8. Willie Brown: A cornerstone of the Oakland Raiders' defense in the 1960s and 1970s, Brown was known for his playmaking ability and clutch performances in big games.
9. Jack Tatum: A hard-hitting safety known as "The Assassin," Tatum played for the Oakland Raiders in the 1970s and was a key member of their championship teams.
10. Troy Polamalu: A dynamic safety who played for the Pittsburgh Steelers, Polamalu was known for his ability to disrupt opposing offenses with his speed and instincts. He retired with 32 interceptions and 14 sacks.
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