Ranking the Miami Dolphins Hall of Fame members

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29 Jan 1998: NFL Hall of Fame Inductee Dwight Stephenson poses during a press conference at the Mariott Hotel in Los Angeles, California. Mandatory Credit: Elsa Hasch /Allsport /

8: Larry Little 1969 – 1980

It is really difficult to put names of this magnitude into slots and it’s almost unfair to every single one of them. Larry Little is no different Traded to Miami in 1969 from the Chargers, Little became the best offensive guard in Miami Dolphins history. His 11 year run with the Dolphins was as impressive as the blocking along the offensive line. Six All-Pro’s, five pro-bowls, and three-time Super Bowl starter with two Super Bowl rings.

7: Dwight Stephenson 1980-1987

Stephenson could have gone down in history as the best center in the NFL ever. He was that good. Unfortunately his body couldn’t continue to take the rigors of the NFL and injuries forced him to retire after only seven seasons.

The NFL typically doesn’t reward shorter careers with HOF inductions but Stephenson was something special and frankly the best center in the league during his playing time. Voted to five consecutive pro-bowls, two Super Bowls, and three AFC Championships, Stephenson is still one of the best in the NFL.

ORLANDO, FL – AUGUST 25: (L – R) Former Miami Dolphins Bob Griese, Jimmy Cefalu, Joe Rose, and Jason Taylor pose for a photo prior to the preseason game against the Atlanta Falcons on August 25, 2016 at Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Florida. The Dolphins defeated the Falcons 17-6. (Photo by Joel Auerbach/Getty Images) /

6: Nick Buoniconti – 1969 -1974, 1976

Buonictonti is no longer the man he used to be as the life of a football player has taken its toll on his mental faculties and physicality. When he played, he was a bruising linebacker. Undersized but no less a major part of the Dolphins No-Name defense. Three Super Bowls are on his resume and two Super Bowl championship rings are on his hand.

5: Bob Griese – 1967-1980

Griese was the first Miami Dolphins quarterback to lead the team to the Super Bowl and his 1972 story is well documented after breaking his leg in the regular season. Griese epitomized the grind of the Dolphins in the 1970’s. A smart quarterback who wasn’t asked to throw the ball a lot but could when he was needed to.

Griese is still a major figure in South Florida and a fan favorite of all ages but he is best known as the quarterback of the only undefeated team in NFL history.

Jason Taylor kicks off the 2017 NFL season with his induction to the Pro-Football Hall of Fame – Image by Brian Miller /

4: Larry Csonka – 1968-1974, 1979

Larry Csonka remains one of the Dolphins elite players in history. His jersey number, like that of Bob Griese’s is retired. To this day he still looks as though he could run through a defender. Csonka is synonymous with the Dolphins and their success in the 70’s as much as any player ever will be. A Super Bowl MVP for his performance in Super Bowl VIII.

3: Jason Taylor – 1997 – 2007, 2009, 2011

There is something about Jason Taylor that you just have to love. He had that special quality that very few upper end talents have. His first ballot induction into the Hall of Fame is now a year old but it is still a fresh memory for many.

Taylor stands out as the best defensive end in Dolphins history and that is saying a lot because the Dolphins have had some stellar players at the position. Now all he needs is his jersey to be retired. And it should be.

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