Steve Van Buren
- January 9, 2024
- Football Player
Quick Facts
| Full Name | Steve Van Buren |
| Occupation | Football Player |
| Date Of Birth | Dec 28, 1920(1920-12-28) |
| Age | 104 |
| Date Of Death | 2012-08-23 |
| Birthplace | La Ceiba |
| Country | Honduras |
| Birth City | Atlántida Department |
| Horoscope | Sagittarius |
Steve Van Buren Biography
| Name | Steve Van Buren |
| Birthday | Dec 28 |
| Birth Year | 1920 |
| Place Of Birth | La Ceiba |
| Home Town | Atlántida Department |
| Birth Country | Honduras |
| Birth Sign | Sagittarius |
| Siblings | Ebert Van Buren |
Steve Van Buren is one of the most popular and richest Football Player who was born on December 28, 1920 in La Ceiba, Atlántida Department, Honduras. Hall of Fame 1940’s NFL running back was a four-time running champion, and a seven-time All-Pro for the Eagles from 1944 until 1951.
He was named to be part of the NFL 75th anniversary All-Time All-Time Team along with He was selected to the NFL 75th Anniversary All-Time Team with Jim Brown..
He was abandoned as a child at La Ceiba, Honduras before his move into New Orleans to live with relatives.
Steve Van Buren Net Worth
| Net Worth | $5 Million |
| Source Of Income | Football Player |
| House | Living in own house. |
Steve Van Buren is one of the richest Football Player from Honduras. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Steve Van Buren 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)
He was picked fifth overall with the Eagles in 1944 after being the top scorer in the nation in the NCAA Division at Louisiana State University.
His jersey number 15 was taken off in The Philadelphia Eagles.
Height, Weight & Body Measurements
| Height | 6 ft 0 in |
Steve Van Buren height 6 ft 0 in Steve weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.
Who is Steve Van Buren Dating?
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Facts & Trivia
Steve Ranked on the list of most popular Football Player. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in Honduras. Steve Van Buren celebrates birthday on December 28 of every year.
Top Facts about Steve Van Buren
- Steve Van Buren was a Hall of Fame running back.
- He played for the Philadelphia Eagles from 1944-1951.
- Van Buren won two NFL championships with the Eagles.
- He led the league in rushing four times.
- Van Buren was named to six Pro Bowls.
- He retired as the NFL’s all-time leading rusher.
- Van Buren was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1965.
- He scored a touchdown in every championship game he played in.
- Van Buren rushed for over 1,000 yards three times in his career.
- He was known for his powerful running style and speed on the field.
How good was Steve Van Buren?
Van Buren retired as the NFL record holder for career rushing yards and career rushing touchdowns. He was the first player to rush for over 1,000 yards in a season twice, and he held the top two single-season records in rushing yards and rushing touchdowns.
Where is Steve Van Buren from?
La Ceiba, Honduras
What Eagles numbers are retired?
- QB Donovan McNabb – 5.
- RB Steve Van Buren – 15.
- S Brian Dawkins – 20.
- DB Tom Brookshier – 40.
- TE Pete Retzlaff – 44.
- LB Chuck Bednarik – 60.
- T Al Wistert – 70.
- DE Reggie White – 92.
Who wore number 15 for the Eagles?
15: Steve Van Buren.
What NFL team has the most retired jerseys?
History. Since NFL teams began retiring numbers, 155 players have had their jersey number retired. The Chicago Bears and the New York Giants have the most retired numbers of the teams with 14 each.