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Michael Strahan

Michael Strahan is an American former professional football defensive end and television personality.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Michael Strahan is an American former professional football defensive end and television personality. He played all 15 seasons of his NFL career for the New York Giants, setting the league's single-season sack record. Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2014, he later became a prominent broadcaster and host on American television.

Early life and college

Michael Strahan was born in Houston, Texas, and attended Texas Southern University, where he played as a defensive lineman for the Tigers. He later became one of the most successful players from that program.

NFL career

The New York Giants selected Strahan in the second round of the 1993 NFL Draft. He spent his entire 15-season NFL career with the Giants, becoming one of the league's leading pass rushers. In his final season, he helped the team win Super Bowl XLII.

Honours and records

Strahan was known for his sack production and finished his career among the NFL's all-time leaders in sacks. He set the league's single-season record for quarterback sacks. He was elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2014.

Broadcasting career

After retiring from football, Strahan transitioned into television and became a well-known host and analyst. He has worked on major American TV programs, including morning television and NFL coverage.

Key facts

  • Played 15 seasons for the New York Giants, his entire NFL career.
  • Set the NFL single-season sack record.
  • Won Super Bowl XLII with the Giants in his final season.
  • Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2014.
  • Became a television host and sportscaster after retiring.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Michael Strahan?
Michael Strahan is an American former NFL defensive end and television personality best known for his career with the New York Giants and later work as a broadcaster.
What team did Michael Strahan play for?
He played his entire 15-season NFL career for the New York Giants.
What is Michael Strahan known for in football?
He is known as one of the NFL's top pass rushers and for setting the league's single-season sack record during his career.
Did Michael Strahan win a Super Bowl?
Yes. He won Super Bowl XLII with the New York Giants in his final season.
Is Michael Strahan in the Hall of Fame?
Yes. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2014.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Strahan
    Supports: Birth date, NFL career with New York Giants, sack record, Super Bowl XLII, Pro Football Hall of Fame induction.
  2. Encyclopaedia Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/biography/Michael-Strahan
    Supports: Biography, birth details, NFL career, and transition to television.
  3. Pro Football Hall of Fame — https://www.profootballhof.com/players/michael-strahan
    Supports: NFL draft details, career sack total, and Hall of Fame recognition.
  4. College Football Hall of Fame — https://footballfoundation.org/hof_search.aspx?hof=2568
    Supports: Texas Southern University career and college football honours.
  5. ABC News — https://abcnews.com/GMA/News/michael-strahan-biography/story?id=74649146
    Supports: Television hosting career, including Good Morning America and entertainment work.