The Greatest #5s of All Time, Ranked by Fan Votes
GoatWars fans rank Joe DiMaggio the greatest of all time among Athletes to Wear No. 5, with a 91.6% Goatscore.
Chasing the crown: #2 Johnny Bench (60.4%), #3 George Brett (56.3%).
The No. 5 conversation got loud fast. So we made the only reasonable move: put every sports legend who wore it into head-to-head battles and let the fans decide who really owns the number.
This is not just about stats. It is about iconic jerseys, unforgettable moments, championship runs, and the athletes who made No. 5 feel bigger than a number on a uniform. From Joe DiMaggio and Albert Pujols to Kevin Garnett, Franz Beckenbauer, Nicklas Lidström, and yes, Jayden Daniels, every matchup is a fresh argument.
Pick your side. Defend your No. 5. Build your GOAT List.
All Time ranks by all-time win rate across every head-to-head battle. Latest ranks by latest fan sentiment, updated as new battles are voted on.
GOAT List FAQs
Who is the greatest of all time among Athletes to Wear No. 5?
GoatWars fans rank Joe DiMaggio the greatest of all time among Athletes to Wear No. 5, with a 91.6% Goatscore.
How is the GOAT List calculated?
The GOAT List ranks every contender in Athletes to Wear No. 5 by Goatscore: the percentage of head-to-head GoatWars battles they have won, as voted by fans.
How many votes is this ranking based on?
This GOAT List is based on 947 fan votes in head-to-head battles, as of August 28, 2026.
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