Regarded as one of the greatest cornerbacks of all time,[1][2] he used his speed, physicality, quickness and range to become both an elite defensive back and an outstanding punt returner.
The team on which he played chose two all star players to represent Marshall, which would eventually lead to his further career.
In addition to football, Haynes also participated in track and field and currently holds the long jump record at John Marshall.
The opposing team (archrival Belmont), believing they had won the league championship, loaded their bus and went home.
Haynes rested, then leaped 23'5", a school record that still stands, winning the event, the meet and the league championship with it.
He enjoyed a sensational rookie year with the Patriots with eight interceptions, three fumble recoveries, and an AFC-leading 608 yards on 45 punt returns.
The 1976 Patriots had an 11–3 record and clinched a playoff berth for the first time in 13 years, losing to Oakland in the first round.
After playing the last five regular season games, he started in the Raiders' Super Bowl XVIII victory, notching one interception, two pass breakups and one tackle.
His partner in the Raiders' secondary was Lester Hayes, and the tandem was quickly recognized as one of the best cornerback duos in league history.
[4] Washington Redskins general manager Bobby Beathard later said that Haynes tipped the balance heavily in the Raiders' favor.