Devin Hester Is The All-Time Greatest, Says Deion Sanders

Devin Hester made history last night and no one was happier for him than Deion Sanders.

Hester broke Sanders record last night when he returned a punt for a touchdown. It was Hester’s 20th return touchdown of his career.

Deion Sanders was on the sidelines when Hester broke through the gap for a 62-yard touchdown and he must have been smiling when Hester pulled out the high step as he crossed into the end zone. Within minutes, Sanders took to Twitter to congratulate the greatest NFL returner of all-time.

@D_Hest23 like I said is the BEST EVER!! #TRUTH

— DeionSanders (@DeionSanders) September 19, 2014

I love this man @D_Hest23 to Life! He’s a Great father,husband,friend,teammate,son and athlete. He’s the Best! #Truth pic.twitter.com/5yKOeqXCPR

— DeionSanders (@DeionSanders) September 19, 2014

.@D_Hest23 the greatest returner of alltime! Yeah I said that and I should know! #Truth pic.twitter.com/xrIDeSGq3d

— DeionSanders (@DeionSanders) September 18, 2014

Hester and Sanders also shared an emotional moment after the record breaking touchdown.

.@DeionSanders congratulates @D_Hest23 after the game tonight #RiseUp pic.twitter.com/ZXYeuXD6Yt

— Atlanta_Falcons (@Atlanta_Falcons) September 19, 2014

Devin Hester scored the majority of touchdowns with the Chicago Bears but after a few slow seasons he left Chicago for brighter pastures. The Atlanta Falcons picked him up and they are pretty happy that they did. In addition to his record-breaking punt return last night, Hester also had a rushing touchdown and a fumble recovery.

You can watch Devin Hester’s record breaking touchdown here or check out his other 19 returns below.