Howie Long

Date of Birth: January 6, 1960

Zodiac Sign: Capricorn

Date of Death: *Not applicable*

Biography

Howard Matthew Moses Long, popularly known as Howie Long, is a retired American football player, actor, and sports analyst. Born on January 6, 1960, in Charlestown, Massachusetts, Howie Long rose to fame as a defensive end for the NFL’s Oakland/Los Angeles Raiders. Long played his entire 13-year career with the Raiders, from 1981 to 1993, earning eight Pro Bowl selections and three first-team All-Pro honors. He was a key player in the Raiders’ Super Bowl XVIII victory and was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2000. After retiring from football, Long transitioned into a successful career in broadcasting and acting, appearing in several films and working as a studio analyst for Fox Sports. His charismatic presence and deep understanding of the game have made him a beloved figure in sports media.

5 Interesting Facts about Howie Long

1. Howie Long was named the NFL Alumni Defensive Lineman of the Year in 1985.

2. He has a degree in Communications from Villanova University.

3. Long acted in several films, including “Broken Arrow” (1996) and “Firestorm” (1998).

4. He was voted to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility.

5. Long’s sons, Chris and Kyle Long, followed in his footsteps and became NFL players.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Howie Long

1. “I think people respond to realness. If you come out and try to be something you’re not, people smell it out pretty quickly.”

2. “Football is a game of inches, but it’s also a game of heart and soul.”

3. “When I’m on the field, I’m out there to dominate.”

4. “The greatest thing about sports is that you can be any size, and if you have the heart and the skill, you can compete.”

5. “Success is not a given. It’s something you have to work for every single day.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

The highest net worth achieved by Howie Long is estimated to be around $16 million.

Children

Howie Long has three sons with his wife, Diane Addonizio: 1. Chris Long, born March 28, 1985, is a retired NFL defensive end who played for the St. Louis Rams, New England Patriots, and Philadelphia Eagles. 2. Kyle Long, born December 5, 1988, is a former NFL guard who played for the Chicago Bears. 3. Howie Long Jr. works as a scouting assistant and personnel assistant for the Raiders.