VIDEO: Tennessee Football Shares Triumphant Reggie White Tribute on 15th Anniversary of His Death
Reggie White was a true superstar at the college and NFL levels. Due to his unforgettable contributions to the game, his death on December 26, 2004 was a sad day for countless fans. The University of Tennessee is now honoring the memory of "The Minister of Defense" on the 15th anniversary of his passing with a touching video tribute shared on Twitter.
His number is retired in Green Bay, Philadelphia and right here in Knoxville.
— Tennessee Football (@Vol_Football) December 26, 2019
We remember The Minister of Defense today on the anniversary of his death.
A true #VFL.
RIP Reggie White (December 19, 1961 - December 26, 2004) pic.twitter.com/IGyrnqssc5
The video shows some amazing highlights from his time with the Volunteers, where he was the 1983 SEC Player of the Year and a unanimous All-American. His No. 92 is also retired in Koxville.
RIP Reggie White (December 19, 1961 - December 26, 2004)
— The Undefeated (@TheUndefeated) December 26, 2019
- 15 seasons
- Super Bowl champion
- 13 consecutive Pro Bowls
- 8x First-team All-Pro
- 198 Career Sacks
- 2x NFL sacks leader
An all-time great pic.twitter.com/JFfDaCLb40
White went on to have an even more legendary NFL career, making 13 Pro Bowls with the Eagles and Packers, but it all began as a Tennessee Volunteer. He was taken far too soon at the age of 43, but his memory lives on thanks to his great play and the kind words spoken about him by so many.
Anyone who appreciated White's dominating presence off the edge should watch the entire video shared by the Vols. Those from younger generations can also learn a thing or two about The Minister.