Selmon was drafted by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 1976 and quickly became one of the most dominant defensive players in the NFL. He was a six-time Pro Bowl selection and was named the NFL Defensive Player of the Year in 1979. He was also a two-time All-Pro selection and was named to the NFL's All-Decade Team for the 1970s.
Selmon was known for his incredible strength and agility, which allowed him to dominate the line of scrimmage. He was also known for his leadership and sportsmanship, which earned him the respect of his teammates and opponents alike.
Selmon retired from the NFL in 1984 after eight seasons with the Buccaneers. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1995, becoming the first player from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to receive the honor. He was also inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 1988.
Selmon's legacy lives on in Tampa Bay, where he is still remembered as one of the greatest players in franchise history. He is also remembered as one of the most influential players in NFL history, as his leadership and sportsmanship helped shape the league into what it is today.
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