Mississippi, like many Southern states, lives for sports and no sport like football. So it's no wonder that Mississippi has put some of the greatest names of all time on the football greats list. Three of the best players got their start in Mississippi: Walter Payton, the great running back of the Chicago Bears, Jerry Rice, longtime player of the San Francisco 49ers and perhaps the greatest wide receiver to play football. game, and Michael Oher offensively. tackle who began his professional career with the Baltimore Ravens.Walter Payton was born in Columbia Mississippi on July 25, 1954. Payton signed with the Chicago Bears in 1975 as a running back. During his career, he made nine Pro Bowls and won the MVP award twice. Payton set the league rushing record and single-game rushing record. Payton attends college at Jackson State University. While in college, he was chosen to make the all-American team and was named Black Player of the Year at Jackson State. During his college career, he accumulated over 3,500 points and scored over 450 points. Many fans would like...