Hall of Fame Induction (Lee Roy Selmon)
The first Buccaneer in the Hall of Fame.
Lee Roy Selmon was a defensive end for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, playing for the team during their years in the NFC Central division. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Quick Facts
- Induction year
- 2010
- Position
- Defensive End
- Jersey number
- 90 (Retired)
- Pro bowls
- 4
- All-pro selections
- 2 First Team
- Team tenure
- 1976–1985
- Status
- Legend
Lore & Background
Selmon was a key part of the Buccaneers' dominant defense in the late 1970s and early 1980s. He was named to multiple Pro Bowls and was a first-team All-Pro selection. His number 63 was retired by the Buccaneers in 1986.
Reader's Guide
Selmon is remembered as one of the greatest defensive players in Buccaneers history. He was the first player drafted by the team in 1976 and spent his entire career with Tampa Bay.
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