Stanford University has a rich, distinguished history of producing elite professional football talent that successfully transitions into stellar careers in the National Football League. Among the most famous former Cardinal players to achieve greatness on Sundays are Pro Football Hall of Fame quarterbacks John Elway and Jim Plunkett, star franchise signal-caller Andrew Luck, legendary cornerback Richard Sherman, star running back Christian McCaffrey, tight end Zach Ertz, and offensive tackle Trent Murphy.