It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. I find it hard to believe that most of the players he's played with on defensive lines are in the Hall of Fame without him why, Posted by Ror Moriarty on 07/9/2022 @ 19:44pm. The hard-hitting safety racked up 607 tackles, 12 interceptions, 44 pass defenses and nine forced fumbles during his eight-year career. NFL+ gives you the freedom to watch LIVE out-of-market preseason games, LIVE local and primetime regular season and postseason games on your phone or tablet, the best NFL programming on-demand, and MORE! Let's break up this logjam, shall we? 2023 NFL Enterprises LLC. section: | slug: 2023-pro-football-hall-of-fame-lookahead-james-harrison-joe-thomas-among-first-time-eligible-players | sport: football | route: article_single.us | The former fourth-round pick out of Bloomsburg in 2008 became one of the league's best interior blockers, earning four consecutive All-Pro nods from 2009 through 2012 and making six consecutive Pro Bowls. Is Darrelle Revis a lock? I know, I know. I would have gone fishing, too. Still, he will draw consideration from the Pro Football Hall of Fame. BIG BEN SHOULD BE NOMINATED FOR FIRST YEAR HALL OF FAME!!!! Besides Watson, the Browns have marquee names in Amari Cooper, Nick Chubb and Myles Garrett, among others, who could star in the opening quarters. With the Pro Football Hall of Fame's supersized 2021 Enshrinement Weekend in the books, Around the NFL's Nick Shook takes you behind the scenes at one of the most unique celebrations in NFL history. Harrison was twice named an AP All-Pro, became the only undrafted player to win Defensive Player of the Year in 2008 and won two Super Bowls during his time with the Steelers. Follow Chris Bumbaca on Twitter @BOOMbaca. The group is highlighted by Adrian Peterson and Antonio Brown, who are the favorites to be enshrined in Canton. Each . But the voters also seem to hold first-ballot enshrinees to some kind of tough-to-decipher level of prestige. March 7 - Prior to 4:00 p.m., In the meantime, the Jets have up-and-coming youngsters in receiver Garrett Wilson and cornerback Sauce Gardner, and both won NFL Rookie of the Year this past season. Seeing Darrelle Revis (CB, New York Jets, 2007-2012, 2015-16; Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 2013; New England Patriots, 2014; Kansas City Chiefs, 2017) get in is also pretty cool. In fact, if you don't remember the story, I remember writing a blog post (ask your parents what a blog was, kids; it was all the rage at the time) about how Thomas skipped the draft at Radio City Music Hall and went fishing with his dad instead. Without a moment of deliberation. Like, we know Ware -- who ranks ninth all-time in career sacks (138.5) -- belongs in the Hall, but the voters just didn't see him as a first-ballot guy for some reason that remains mysterious to me. The Hall of Fame Committee met in January to make its final selections for this year's class. Not me. And I believe this is going to be a great class. (Players must have last played at least five full seasons ago to be eligible for nomination. Below is a run-down of some of the best and the teams that they played for during their NFL careers. Posted by Scott Farmer on 08/17/2022 @ 06:16am, Just based on the fact they were 1st team all decades these 4 are the most overlooked for induction into the PFHOF Thomas retired after that season, but not before becoming the first offensive lineman to make the Pro Bowl in each of his first 10 seasons all with the Cleveland Browns. A few that quickly come to mind are former 49ers running back Roger Craig, former Steelers defensive end L.C. Ben Roethlisberger is a 1st Ballot HOF Yes, I am aware of the argument raised by a voter link-placeholder-0] (which I pointed to in my [ranking of the semifinalists in November) that it's tough for defensive players to get into the Hall without a ring. Johnson is one of eight players in NFL history to achieve this feat and of the six Hall of Fame-eligible backs to do it, five have been enshrined. INDIANAPOLIS - Former California safety Daniel Scott wrapped up an impressive performance at the 2023 NFL Combine on Saturday with 22 bench press reps that ranked fourth among all safeties during the annual event at Lucas Oil Stadium. (For more on coach/contributor Don Coryell and senior inductees Chuck Howley, Joe Klecko and Ken Riley, click here.). February 28-March 6 - NFL Scouting Combine, Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, Indiana. Ware's spot on the waiting list ends up being filled by Dwight Freeney. When it comes to receiving. Jamal Lewis is the lone exception. Freeney is another fearsome pass rusher who will have a great chance to make it into the Hall of Fame. 2022 . It's not clear, at least to me, when the committee might vote on this proposal, nor is it clear which position (s) would be eligible to wear the number if the . 73 is one of them. Any content deemed inappropriate or offensive may be edited and/or deleted. The committee will also consider former Chargers and Cardinals coach Don Coryell in the coaching category and three senior candidates: Super Bowl V MVP Chuck Howley and All-Pro defenders Joe Klecko and Ken Riley. After 25 years on the modern-era ballot, players move into the Senior Committee category, which is a much slower process with fewer annual inductees. Eligible for Return, Refund or Replacement within 30 days of receipt . Lechler played 18 years in the NFL and was one of the best punters the league has ever seen. 2 time Super Bowl winner and MVP of Super Bowl. But I said I wanted to hear a cogent explanation for Willis' absence. Freeney also has a pretty good chance to make it in his first year of eligibility, as his patented spin move fueled his 125.5 career sacks while earning him a spot on the NFL's All-Decade Team for the 2000s. That list will be reduced to 25 semifinalists in . The one blemish on hisrsum is that he never won a Super Bowl. His best play came in New York, where he was a first-team All-Pro from 2009-11 and finished second in Defensive Player of the Year voting in 2009, when he repeatedly shut down top receivers by sending them to "Revis Island.". The Merlin Olsen Super Bowl Luncheon debuted prior to Super Bowl XL in Detroit in 2006 and was named for Olsen, the longtime standout with the Los Angeles Rams and member of the Pro Football Hall of Fames Class of 1982. The Chicago Bears hold the No. NFL newsletter:Sign up now to get football news delivered to your inbox. The Patriots' principle owner since 1994, Kraft has presided over a franchise that has won 10 AFC titles and six Super Bowls over that span. Like his fellow finalist Albert Lewis, my guy Ronde Barber (CB/S, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 1997-2012) is probably going to be hurt by the candidacy of Darrelle Revis. Chancellor's career was cut short by a neck injury, so his lacking longevity and zero first-team All-Pro nods may keep him out of the Hall of Fame. He coached 14 seasons with the St. Louis Caridnals (1973-77) and the San Diego Chargers (1978-1986) and took both teams to the postseason. Baalke said he spoke with Taylor's representation Tuesday and has met with . Why isnt Fred Taylor in? With the Pro Football Hall of Fame's supersized 2021 Enshrinement Weekend in the books, Around the NFL's Nick Shook takes you behind the scenes at one of the most unique celebrations in NFL history. Harrison is another AFC North superstar that terrorized players like Thomas for a decade and a half. So, what about Rocky Bleier, L.C. The nine new candidates combined for 52 Pro Bowl berths and 30 first-team All-Pro selections, with five of the nine winning Super Bowls and five making an all-decade team. The top vote-getters returning include third baseman Scott Rolen (63.2% of the vote, up from 52.9%), first. Tony Boselli and LeRoy Butler finally made it to Canton. We are excited to reveal our 28 Modern-Era Semifinalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame's Class of 2023. Hester also played receiver, which is one of the toughest positions as far as Hall of Fame induction is concerned. I believe he's getting in this year. I wasn't sure if it was ever going to happen for Ronde. Grading 49ers' offense, defense in preseason loss to Texans Back in 2007, on one of the most significant days of Joe Thomas life - @joethomas73 skipped the @NFLDraft to go fishing?! In the case of Joe Thomas (OT, Cleveland Browns, 2007-2017), I was working the NFL.com news desk in 2007 on the day he was drafted. Is Joe Thomas as close to a lock as there is in the crop of 15 modern-era finalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame's Class of 2023? Their playing statistics don't lie. This past weekend, the Pro Football Hall of Fame inducted its 2022 class. They will take their place in Canton, Ohio, on Aug. 5. It included the Jets scoring an insane 30 total points in the fourth quarter to force overtime, and eventually win. Then Johnson torched my Bears for 148 yards and a pair of scores the following week, and, well, I'm still very petty. Dwight Freeney and Julius Peppers are waiting in the wings for 2023 and 2024. He made six All-Pro teams and led the NFL in yards per punt five times during his career. Up and Down arrows will open main level menus and toggle through sub tier links. Along with Hester and Johnson, Torry Holt and Reggie Wayne are still awaiting their knock on the door after being finalists in 2022. Please keep comments relevant to the topic. He was the MVP of Super Bowl 5, making him the first defensive player (and non-quarterback) to win those honors. Tab will move on to the next part of the site rather than go through menu items. The Hall of Fame requires a five-year retirement gap or period of inactivity for eligibility. And, yes, he's a defensive player with a ring, if that kind of thing matters to you. But I would think Joe Thomas, (OT, Cleveland Browns, 2007-2017) is as close as it gets. Here is the fourth version of our Vikings 2023 Mock Draft Tracker, which features 16 recent predictions from around the world of . Posted by Mark E Taylor on 10/12/2022 @ 13:13pm, JOSH CRIBBS SHOULD BE IN THE HALL OF FAME CHECK OUT HIS NUMBERS, Posted by JOHN STRATFORD on 09/21/2022 @ 08:43am. The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. The list will be reduced to 25 semifinalists in November and to 15 finalists in January before the selection committee discusses and chooses the class of 2023 that will be enshrined in August. Enter and space open menus and escape closes them as well. HOFSM.COM Hall of Fame Sports Memorabilia Framed Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl LVII Champions Patrick Mahomes MVP Facsimile Laser Engraved Signature Auto Football 12"x15" Photo Collage. While 2023's class was filled with tough names, there's a bit of a drop-off for the class of 2024, which could end up being a benefit . Thomas was named to the Hall of Fame's All-2010s team, so that should give him a great chance of making it in during his first year on the ballot. ), via @pfref, but never has there been one more famous than James Harrison's 100-yard interception return for a TD in Super Bowl XLIII #Steelers pic.twitter.com/BUbjCUUFlr. Website design & development by americaneagle.com copyright 2021 Pro Football hall of fame all rights reserved, Black College Football Hall of Fame Classic. In addition to the list below, review the all-time best players for each team, and the all-time best players at each position. . Dungy was inducted to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2016 and is a member of the Colts Ring of Honor. Obviously, Gates was a tight end, but the last modern-era tight end to get in, Tony Gonzalez, was also the only pass-catcher in the Class of 2019. After vanquishing arguably the NFL's most talented and deepest team, the Philadelphia Eagles, in the 2023 Super Bowl to claim his second Super Bowl ring and second Super Bowl MVP award,. Willie Anderson (OT, Cincinnati Bengals, 1996-2007; Baltimore Ravens, 2008) was great. NFL and the NFL shield design are registered trademarks of the National Football League.The team names, logos and uniform designs are registered trademarks of the teams indicated. The fact that he has to compete with players like Revis shows just how difficult it is to get into the Hall of Fame. Players must be retired for five years to be eligible for induction. Participated in nine Super Bowls as a player and coach. You won't want to miss a moment of the 2022 season! There is about to be a run of guys in the 125-plus sack range seeking induction. Revis spent one year in New England, helping the Patriots win the Super Bowl in the 2014 season. Every year since 2012, the class has featured at least one finalist in their first year of eligibility, but not this time. The group is highlighted by Shane Lechler and Jahri Evans, who have yet to be enshrined in Canton. The Class of 2022 may not have the same star power that the combined Class of 2020 and 2021 had, with Peyton Manning taking center stage, but there are still plenty of quality players being immortalized. The Pro Football Hall of Fame was honored to welcome this years Class of 2023 during Super Bowl LVII festivities. Still, in all likelihood, neither will get into the Hall of Fame at least not on the first ballot in 2023. NFL+ gives you the freedom to watch LIVE out-of-market preseason games, LIVE local and primetime regular season and postseason games on your phone or tablet, the best NFL programming on-demand, and MORE! March 3, 2023 1 min Watch. Barber won Super Bowl 37 with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the team he spent his entire 16-year career with. 2023 NFL Scouting Combine. It's a busy offseason and the timeline below gives a clear picture of what is coming. The 2023 NFL Scouting Combine starts this week and by the end of the event the 32 teams in the NFL will have all the medical data and on-field testing numbers for the 319 draft-eligible participants here in Indianapolis. All other NFL-related trademarks are trademarks of the National Football League. The group is highlighted by Shane Lechlerand Jahri Evans, who have yet to be enshrined in Canton. The first game of the 2023 NFL calendar is set. Owner of the Steelers who has overseen two Super Bowl wins and worked in the team's scouting departmentfor four more. The site navigation utilizes arrow, enter, escape, and space bar key commands. He had a streak of 10,363 consecutive plays while playing for the Browns his entire career. Note: Emails will not be visible or used in any way, but are required. Players Eligible for the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2024 - Future Football Legends Eligible players for the Pro Football Hall of Fame, listed by year Players Eligible for the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2024 - Future Football Legends Menu Home 2023 Finalists Hall of Famers Hall of Famers 1st Ballot Hall of Famers Most Final Ballots Per Kahler, the NFL made a change to allow single . On the newest episode of The Mission, HOF Production had an all-access backstage pass at NFL Honors, where the new class was introduced to the nation for the first time. I had Barber and Lewis behind Eric Allen, who didn't make the finalist list, in my ranking of the semifinalists. I have more doubt about the chances of Dwight Freeney (DE, Indianapolis Colts, 2002-2012; San Diego Chargers, 2013-14; Arizona Cardinals, 2015; Atlanta Falcons, 2016; Seattle Seahawks, 2017; Detroit Lions, 2017). One would expect that at least one of these receivers will be part of the 2023 induction class. The New York Jets and Cleveland Browns will face off in the 2023 NFL Hall of Fame Game in Canton, Ohio to kick off the preseason on Thursday, Aug. 3. In recognition, the NFLPA will donate $100,000 to Hamlin's Chasing M's Foundation. Those seasons came five years apart in 2009 and 2014. It's unclear whether the Hall of Fame would admit Lechler to give him some company. Therefore, any individual who last played in 2017 is eligible for the first time in 2023.) Howley was All-Pro from 1966-70 and was inducted into the Dallas Cowboys Ring of Honor in 1977. Peterson, fifth all-time in rushing yards (14,918), is a good bet for election on the first ballot. Copyright 2020-2023 FutureFootballLegends.com, Unmasking the Next Generation's Hall of Fame. He is long overdue, Posted by David Werner on 06/19/2022 @ 01:29am, If Chris Johnson isn't in the hall of fame. How much is needed for the rightful recognition is given. Adam Rank provides his ranking of the 26 semifinalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame's Class of 2022 -- including first-ballot hopefuls Devin Hester, Steve Smith Sr. and DeMarcus Ware. Brock Wright, Detroit Lions tight end, and Clay Harbor, former NFL tight end, give their Mount Rushmores of tight ends. Potential candidates for stacked 2024 Pro Football Hall of Fame class . February 24: CB Jamel Dean. Here's a look at some of the notable candidates with first-year Pro Football Hall of Fame eligibility: Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2023: Joe Thomas, DeMarcus Ware among 9 elected. Left and right arrows move across top level links and expand / close menus in sub levels. Adam Rank predicts five modern-era inductees for the Pro Football Hall of Fame's Class of 2023. He was instrumental in the team's 2009 Super Bowl win over the Cardinals, during which he returned an interception 100 yards for a score just before halftime. Richard Seymour, Defensive End/Defensive Tackle - 2001-08 New England Patriots, 2009-2012 Oakland Raiders. 0 as a legal uniform number. He was responsible for Dan Marino being in and most QB's have at least one of their leading receivers in the HOF. 2022 saw both teams finish the regular season with a 7-10 record and last in their respective AFC divisions. And finally, I'm sure you know my feelings on Devin Hester as a Chicago Bears fan. Harrison's prime was elite, but his career numbers will likely hurt his case for induction next summer. He logged 29 career interceptions and 139 pass defenses, including a whopping six and 31 in 2009. Three-time Super Bowl winner Darren Woodson will have to wait another year. I'll be honest, I'm not 100 percent confident they are going to get it right with Hester this time around, either. The list includes five first-year eligible candidates. Posted by Bobby Maduro on 01/2/2023 @ 13:11pm. Days before the Super Bowl, the NFL announced the 2022 class of entrants into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. I really like the chances of Darren Woodson (S, Dallas Cowboys, 1992-2004). Pro Football Hall of Fame candidates 2023: Here are the best NFL players eligible for next year's class Jacob Camenker 10 min read (SN/Getty) The Pro Football Hall of Fame is. Below is a look at each of the known finalists for enshrinement into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2023. After last year's brief "retirement," Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady is hanging up his cleats . - Former Cal safety Daniel Scott is scheduled to start his measurable skills testing and participate in an on-field workout Friday at the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine. That ranks top-100 in NFL history. Riley picked up the nickname "Mr. Bengal" anddied on June 7, 2020 in his native Bartow, Florida. Just ask four-time finalist Zach Thomas (LB, Miami Dolphins, 1996-2007; Dallas Cowboys, 2008). But where were the first-ballot candidates? Art McNally was announced Tuesday as the contributor finalist for the Hall of Fame Class of 2022. Cleveland also found itself embroiled in QB controversy with Deshaun Watson serving an 11-game suspension. Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2023: Joe Thomas, DeMarcus Ware among 9 elected Chris Bumbaca USA TODAY 0:00 0:45 Nine individuals were granted football immortality Thursday as part of. His best season came in 2015 when he finished as a runner-up in the MVP voting after recording 4,671 yards, 35 touchdowns and 11 interceptions while leading the Cardinals to a 13-3 record. It's a big step in the pre-draft process with pro days and player visits to team facilities next on the docket. Lechler is definitely one of the best punters ever and averaged under 45.9 yards per punt in just one season. Copyright 2023 Sporting News Holdings Limited. He has the statistics that are better than some of the guys that are currently in the HOF. Who else makes the cut? Overall, Palmer was a solid quarterback, but that shouldn't be enough to get him into the Hall of Fame. Posted by Russell houtman on 07/29/2022 @ 13:50pm, Until Ken Anderson and Ken Riley get into the hall of fame to me it should be called Hall is Shame those 2 deserve it more than anyone else, Posted by Richard McDonald on 07/27/2022 @ 17:27pm. My gut tells me Ware and perhaps Mathis will be finalists. 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