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Who are the 10 greatest linebackers in NFL history?

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The one constant to a great defense is elite linebacker play.

Here are the 10 greatest linebackers in NFL history.

Junior Seau played just five games in his first 12 seasons .

Ted Hendricks was a two -time two -way center on offense and a linebacker on defense during his 14-year career.

Dick Butkus , Mike Singletary and Jack Ham are the only two players in NFL history to finish their careers with at least 25 sacks, 30 interceptions, 20 fumbles recovered and 25 sacks.

Ray Lewis was a tackling machine, leading the Baltimore Ravens in tackles in 12 of the 14 years he played for the team.

Jack Ham collected 32 interceptions, 21 fumble recoveries and 25.5 sacks.

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