Biography: Jim Jensen

Wide Receiver/Quarterback #11
Born: November 14, 1958
College: Boston University
NFL: 1981-92 (Miami)
Hometown: Abington, PA
Acquired: Drafted by the Miami Dolphins in the 11th round (291st overall) of the 1981 Draft

Nicknamed "Crash", he played 12 seasons in Miami where his best years came while teamed with quarterback Dan Marino and legendary coach Don Shula.

Jensen wore #11 because he entered the league as a quarterback. After Dan Marino was selected in the 1983 NFL Draft, it became evident that Jensen would need to find another way to survive on the Dolphins roster. He became a human Swiss army knife, with a knack for making tackles on punt and kickoff coverages and converting third down opportunities as a running back or wide receiver in the offensive set with Marino.

His best season statistically was in 1989 with 65 receptions for 557 yards and 6 TDs receiving, with 8 rushing attempts for 50 yards, and 1 passing attempt and completion for a 19 yard touchdown. He was named the Dolphins special teams MVP in 1988.

Jensen finished his 12 NFL seasons with 229 receptions for 2,171 yards and 19 touchdowns, as well as two passing touchdowns. In 1989, he caught Dan Marino's 200th career touchdown pass. Jim was also the 1988 NFL Special Teams Player of the Year and elected the 2006 Miami Dolphins "Unsung Hero."