Ronnie Lott is widely considered one of the greatest safeties in NFL history, renowned for his ferocious hitting and exceptional playmaking ability. Born May 8, 1959, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Lott attended Eisenhower High School in Rialto, California, before playing at USC (1977-1980). As a senior, he led the nation with eight interceptions and earned unanimous All-American honors, helping USC win the 1978 national championship. Selected eighth overall by the San Francisco 49ers in the 1981 ...