Through history some great players have donned the 88 for the Miami Dolphins. In 2017 the number was worn by Leonte Carroo. Gesicki will wear teh number going forward.
88 was Gesicki’s number in college at Penn State. Here is a look at the other prominent Dolphins who have worn the number.
In total 20 players have worn the uniform number and Gesicki will make the 21st in team history. Despite a couple of really good names in history, no one wore it better than the late Jim “Mad-Dog” Mandich.
Jim Mandich – 1970 – 1977
Mandich is one of the most revered members of the Miami Dolphins and his contributions to the team extended from his playing days in the ’70’s to his work in the broadcast booth calling the games on radio.