Big Cat Ernie Ladd

Before becoming one of the most revered Superstars of his era, Big Cat Ernie Ladd was a gridiron great, playing with teams like the San Diego Chargers and the Houston Oilers during the 1960s. In the early 70s, Big Cat shifted his focus to the ring where his 6foot9, 300plus pound bulk intimidated opponents and his trademark taped thumb put them down for the count. Dominating and charismatic, the WWE Hall of Famer was a major star who stomped through legends like Abdullah the Butcher and Ox Baker with an enviable cool. It doesnt get any tougher than that.