Guy was a three-time All-American at the University of Southern Mississippi and was drafted in the first round of the 1973 NFL Draft by the Oakland Raiders. He was the first punter to be selected in the first round of the draft and the first punter to be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Guy was known for his booming kicks and his ability to pin opponents deep in their own territory. He was also known for his accuracy, as he was able to place the ball inside the 20-yard line with remarkable consistency. He was also known for his ability to kick the ball out of bounds, which was a rarity in the NFL at the time.
During his career, Guy was selected to seven Pro Bowls and was named to the NFL's All-Decade Team of the 1970s. He was also named the NFL's Punter of the Year three times and was a three-time Super Bowl champion with the Raiders.
Guy's career was cut short due to a knee injury in 1986, but he left an indelible mark on the game of football. He was the first punter to be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame and is widely regarded as one of the greatest punters in NFL history.
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