The city of Miami is home to and has seen more that its fair share of great athletes come through its major colleges and professional sports teams. Here are the best athletes the city has produced:
5) SF LeBron James, Miami Heat
Even though LeBron was only in Miami for four years, he still brought the city two NBA titles, four Eastern Conference titles, and won two MVP's.
4) WR Michael Irvin, Miami Hurricanes
Irvin was the poster boy for the dominant Miami Hurricanes teams of the 1980's, setting school records of most career catches (149), receiving yards (2,423, late broken by Santana Moss) and touchdown receptions (26) while talking trash and celebrating the whole way.
3) RB Larry Csonka, Miami Dolphins
While the Dolphins were dominating the early-1970s, Csonka provided the offense’s heartbeat while providing the NFL with one of the most unforgettable characters of his era. One of the most physical backs to have ever played the game, Csonka steamrolled all the way to a Hall of Fame induction in 1987.
2) SG Dwyane Wade, Miami Heat
The greatest player in Miami Heat history has led them to three titles - including almost single-handedly bringing home the 2006 crown - and is a 11-time All-Star. He's also the franchise's leading scorer.
1) QB Dan Marino, Miami Dolphins
If you didn’t know Marino was #1, you’re an imposter and must be dealt with. Marino slid to the Dolphins at #27 behind legendary names like John Elway & Jim Kelly, along with forgotten also-rans like Tony Blackledge and Tony Eason. Marino showed just how misguided other teams were, becoming one of the unargued best quarterbacks in the history of the game in 17 seasons with the franchise. The definition of a modern legend.
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