So, what about Rocky Bleier, L.C. The New York Jets will play the Cleveland Browns to kick off the preseason in the Hall of Fame Game on Thursday, Aug. 3 in Canton, Ohio, the Pro Football Hall of Fame announced Tuesday. He officially retired from the NFL in 2021. 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. 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. The following list of players retired after the 2017 season and became eligible for the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2023. Three-time Super Bowl winner (two as an assistant, one as Packers head coach). Ware's spot on the waiting list ends up being filled by Dwight Freeney. I don't think he gets enough love for bridging the gap between Peyton Manning and Andrew Luck in Indianapolis. First-year eligibles Ware, Mathis, and Mario Williams join Jared Allen among edge rushers in the Hall of Fame pool next year. Can you add Michael Vick into the 2023 NFL Hall of Fame because I really want to see Michael Vick in the Hall of Fame like some people? 2023 Pro Football Hall of Fame lookahead: James Harrison, Joe Thomas among first-time eligible players Several high-profile players will be eligible for the first time By Bryan DeArdo Feb. Fox Sports' RJ Young breaks down five true freshmen quarterbacks who are most likely to play in 2023. Congratulations to the 15 modern-era finalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame's Class of 2023, whose names we learned last week. 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. The hard-hitting safety racked up 607 tackles, 12 interceptions, 44 pass defenses and nine forced fumbles during his eight-year career. 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. 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. February 1, 2023 8:52 am ET. . Just kidding. Nick Shook provides a primer on this year's Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement, including a look at the activities planned to mark Saturday's ceremony in Canton. He logged 29 career interceptions and 139 pass defenses, including a whopping six and 31 in 2009. I had Barber and Lewis behind Eric Allen, who didn't make the finalist list, in my ranking of the semifinalists. Same goes for four-time finalist Zach Thomas (LB, Miami Dolphins, 1996-2007; Dallas Cowboys, 2008), who was a five-time All-Pro -- that's All-Pro, not Pro Bowler. Top front office executives, coaching staffs, player personnel departments and medical personnel from all 32 NFL teams are in attendance at the Lucas Oil Stadium event to evaluate the nation's top football . The first game of the 2023 NFL calendar is set. But I said I wanted to hear a cogent explanation for Willis' absence. Shanahan's growing coaching tree only helps his case. 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 Freeney has the credentials. The 33rd Team. Like, in most years, there's an older player who is mostly familiar from highlights, but this class is made up of relatively young players who were probably even frequently used in Madden. Thomas was a five-time All-Pro, so it just felt like it was time for him to get inducted. Johnson thought he was still going to feast. Who else makes the cut? Let's break up this logjam, shall we? Patrick Willis is a finalist for the Pro Football Hall of Fame's class of 2022. But while I don't want to be too harsh here, I'm not sure he would get my vote. teams around the league rate . Kam Nedd/Jacksonville Jaguars. ), Torry Holt (St. Louis Rams 1999-2008; Jacksonville Jaguars, 2009) is a finalist for a fourth time. I'll be honest, I'm not 100 percent confident they are going to get it right with Hester this time around, either. 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. Art McNally was announced Tuesday as the contributor finalist for the Hall of Fame Class of 2022. Revis, who also was selected in the 2007 draft, moved around much more, spending time with the Jets, Tampa Bay, New England and Kansas City. BIG BEN SHOULD BE NOMINATED FOR FIRST YEAR HALL OF FAME!!!! You won't want to miss a moment of the 2022 season! 1930's Ox Emerson Why torment the guy? section: | slug: 2023-pro-football-hall-of-fame-lookahead-james-harrison-joe-thomas-among-first-time-eligible-players | sport: football | route: article_single.us | Multiple Jaguars players are projected to become unrestricted free agents at the March 15 start of the 2023 NFL League Year, with two of the more-discussed players of that group being tight end Evan Engram and right tackle Jawaan Taylor. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez, File) Finalists will be discussed by 49 selectors during an election meeting on Jan . Just ask four-time finalist Zach Thomas (LB, Miami Dolphins, 1996-2007; Dallas Cowboys, 2008). The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. The Hall of Fame can select up to nine enshrinees with a maximum of five modern-era players, three senior players and one coach/contributor. Posted by Mateo Mason on 05/23/2022 @ 17:41pm, Posted by Braxton Johnson on 03/4/2022 @ 09:10am. As some kid on Twitter put it, Revis getting into the Hall was a lock, just like how he locked down opposing wide receivers. Dwight Freeney and Julius Peppers are waiting in the wings for 2023 and 2024. Andrew Luck is eligible for the Pro Football Hall of Fame Kevin Hickey February 11, 2023 8:28 am ET When the 2023 season is concluded, it will mark five consecutive seasons since former. They will take their place in Canton, Ohio, on Aug. 5. Inside the Draft returns as Matt Taylor and Casey Vallier discuss the depth of the 2023 quarterback draft class with Luke Easterling, NFL Draft analyst from The Draft Wire and USA Today. Posted by Tom Keiger on 06/24/2022 @ 13:18pm, jim plunkett, roger craig, clay matthews sr. , eugene lipscomb, l.c. But the voters also seem to hold first-ballot enshrinees to some kind of tough-to-decipher level of prestige. The Pro Football Hall of Fame is welcoming eight new members to its ranks on Saturday as it enshrines its Class of 2022. I remember one of our fantasy editors sparring on Twitter with receiver Chad Johnson because the editor had marked Johnson as a player to "sit" during a week when Johnson's itinerary included a trip to Revis Island. My gut tells me Ware and perhaps Mathis will be finalists. T A number of people are inducted every year, with some classes obviously looking stronger than others. Still, Revis was one of the best cornerbacks in the NFL for half a decade and was named an All-Pro four times. Zach Thomas should be in the hall of Fame! It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. But again, I've seen obvious go unrewarded before. Is Darrelle Revis a lock? And finally, I'm sure you know my feelings on Devin Hester as a Chicago Bears fan. The special achievement category includes individuals who have contributed to the ideal of sports at the University. I wasn't sure if it was ever going to happen for Ronde. Feb 10, 2023 / by Logan Reardon Bears he Pro Football Hall of Fame is an exclusive club for the game's elite players, coaches, executives and contributors. The biggest question mark is Harrison, who didn't become a starter until he was 29 years old. Freeney might end up like that guy who is trying to walk into the club with his friends, and the bouncer is all, "Hey, we're letting your friends in, but we're not so sure about you." One would expect that at least one of these receivers will be part of the 2023 induction class. It won't be long until the Hall of Fame process begins. Adam Rank predicts five modern-era inductees for the Pro Football Hall of Fame's Class of 2023. Why isnt Fred Taylor in? Adam Rank breaks down the five modern-era members of the Pro Football Hall of Fame's Class of 2023 -- including an all-timer at left tackle (Joe Thomas) and an automatic shutdown corner (Darrelle Revis). (Sorry, my predictions piece is looming.). February 28-March 6 - NFL Scouting Combine, Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, Indiana. The newest batch of inductees were announced during the "NFL Honors" show. It's a busy offseason and the timeline below gives a clear picture of what is coming. He finished his career with 29 interceptions and 139 passes broken up and was also a member of the New England Patriots' Super Bowl 49team. Defense is the theme of this year's induction class, as four of the five modern-day selections played on that side of the ball. 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. Tap on other column headers to sort by name or position. That list will be reduced to 25 semifinalists in . But I would think Joe Thomas, (OT, Cleveland Browns, 2007-2017) is as close as it gets. 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. He had a 92-88-1 record, threw for46,247 yards and recorded294 touchdowns compared to 187 interceptions. Freeney had seven seasons with at least 10 sacks and demonstrated incredible longevity. 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. With the 2023 Pro Football of Fame induction class set to be announced later today at the NFL Honors ceremony, there's no better time to look ahead at the players who could eligible for next year's class. That's certainly true. 5. The final four rounds will conclude this year's draft on April 29. Below is a run-down of some of the best and the teams that they played for during their NFL careers. Canton could go with another wideout like Johnson or Wayne, an elite defensive back such as Ronde Barber, or a dominant specialist like Devin Hester, who changed the state of the NFL return game. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. NFL footage NFL Productions LLC. (In terms of other notable candidates in their first year of eligibility, I'm both surprised and not surprised that James Harrison didn't make it past the semifinalist stage.). Lechler played 18 years in the NFL and was one of the best punters the league has ever seen. There is about to be a run of guys in the 125-plus sack range seeking induction. The one blemish on hisrsum is that he never won a Super Bowl. He played in the Browns final six games, where they went an even 3-3 and oscillated between win and loss. 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. His 1-3 record in playoff games, along with the fact that he played in a quarterback-rich era, hurts Palmer's case for induction in 2023. Not me. Malachi Nelson, USC. 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. The starters usually phase out of the game by either the first or second 15 minutes. 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. After a weather delay, the Las Vegas Raiders came out with a commanding first half en route to a 27-11 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars. NFL Hall of Fame candidates: Best first-year eligible players for 2023 The Pro Football Hall of Fame hasn't yet announced its modern-era finalists for the Class of 2023, but the. I watched his entire career (during which he played almost every possible snap) and then became friends and colleagues with him. Long-time NFL head coach who won three Super Bowls (two as a head coach, one as an assistant). How Randy Gradishar is not in hall of fame already always amazes me. The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. Mar 04, 2023 at 08:05 AM. Participated in nine Super Bowls as a player and coach. He played 16 years in the NFL and was willing to take on a role as a designated pass rusher late in his career. 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. NFL news: 9 players named among 2023 Pro Football Hall of Fame class Teams AFC East Dolphins Jets Patriots AFC North Bengals Browns Ravens Steelers AFC South Colts Jaguars Texans Titans AFC. Players must be retired for five years to be eligible for induction. Known as the "Forgotten Four," Marion Motley, Woody Strode, Kenny Washington and Bill Willis reintegrated pro football in 1946, and have now been selected to share the Pro Football Hall of Fame's Ralph Hay Pioneer Award during enshrinement week. I'm not sure if anybody in this class is as much of an automatic first-ballot selection as Peyton Manning was in the Class of 2021. Mark Murphy. Former Raiders wide receiver Cliff Branch and 15-year NFL head coach Dick Vermeil were selected as the senior finalist and coach finalist for the Pro Football Hall of Fame's Class of 2022, the Hall announced Tuesday. Ahead of Dick Vermeil's enshrinement into the Pro Football Hall of Fame this weekend, Kurt Warner reflects on his former coach's greatest attribute and how it impacted the Super Bowl-winning QB's life and own HOF career. 2024 Pro Football Hall of Fame lookahead: Andrew Luck, Julius Peppers among first-time eligible players Two players will likely be inducted in their first year of eligibility By Bryan DeArdo. 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. Cliff Branch, this year's senior nominee, is the only skill player who will receive a gold jacket and a bronze bust this summer in Canton, Ohio. But Joe Thomas' presence in this class probably hurts Anderson this year. Looking ahead:Who will be eligible for Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2024? I'd have him in. 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(For more on coach/contributor Don Coryell and senior inductees Chuck Howley, Joe Klecko and Ken Riley, click here.). After a weather delay, the Las Vegas Raiders came out with a commanding first half en route to a 27-11 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars. And I'm talking about big-time receivers, too. Evans, a six-time Pro Bowler and four-time All-Pro for the Saints, also has a strong case, although it is difficult for offensive linemen to get inducted in their first year of eligibility. Copyright 2020-2023 FutureFootballLegends.com, Unmasking the Next Generation's Hall of Fame. That included the 2009 season when he averaged a whopping 51.1 yards per punt. 1 offer from $59.99. The Pro Football Hall of Fame was honored to welcome this year's Class of 2023 during Super Bowl LVII festivities. Website design & development by americaneagle.com copyright 2021 Pro Football hall of fame all rights reserved, Black College Football Hall of Fame Classic. Though sometimes you never know with these Hall of Fame voters. (I would have voted for Steve Smith Sr., but you all didn't ask me. Rounding out the modern-era group is Ronde Barber (CB, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 1997-2012), a third-time finalist in his sixth year of eligibility. The Pro Football Hall of Fame hasn't yet announced its modern-era finalists for the Class of 2023, but the league will face a tough task in picking its best options this year. Harrison's prime was elite, but his career numbers will likely hurt his case for induction next summer. He didn't. Thomas, Revis, Freeney headline HOF nominees, The future of the NFL combine: Is there really a chance it could end forever? I know this is a big day for Joe, but think about what this means to me. It's unclear whether the Hall of Fame would admit Lechler to give him some company. His numbers are top 15 for running backs. Overall, Palmer was a solid quarterback, but that shouldn't be enough to get him into the Hall of Fame. 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,. And I believe this is going to be a great class. PHOENIX - The NFL Players Association announced Damar Hamlin as the recipient of the 2023 Alan Page Community Award at its annual Super Bowl press conference on Wednesday. He will be a Hall of Famer and stands a good chance of making it in on the first ballot. He anchored a defense that complemented a high-powered offense led by Peyton Manning and helped the Colts win the Super Bowl in the 2006 season. Cleveland also found itself embroiled in QB controversy with Deshaun Watson serving an 11-game suspension. 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. The Philadelphia Eagles are trying to bring back the number 0 as an eligible jersey number, per a new report from The Athletic's Kalyn Kahler.. Nine individuals were granted football immortality Thursday as part of theirelectionsinto the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2023. 73 is one of them. (And I'm so sorry for Raiders fans who watched Megatron, Thomas, Adrian Peterson, Patrick Willis, Marshawn Lynch and, well, the next player in this article go after Russell. Already a member of the College Football Hall of Fame, Coryell has been eligible for the Hall for 36 years and a finalist for the last seven. Dude is going to have to fly to Phoenix just to sit on his hands once again? Now he's going to be immortalized in Canton. But having just come off a fantasy football finals where my hopes were dashed by Justin Jefferson's stunning lack of production, I'm reminded of Week 16 in 2008, when a two-catch, 19-yard showing from Johnson did the same. The Chicago Bears hold the No. Let's quit messing around with him. Tonight is about the guys who got in. Cleveland also found itself embroiled in QB controversy with Deshaun Watson. Six-time Super Bowl-winning owner of the Patriots. A quarterback in college at Florida A&M, he converted to cornerback for his 15 seasons with the Cincinnati Bengals (1969-1983). Below are my thoughts on the five modern-era members of the Pro Football Hall of Fame's Class of 2023, which was announced at NFL Honors on Thursday. Some Important Info 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. Class of 2023 predictions The Pro Football Hall of Fame is welcoming the Class of 2022 to Canton for Enshrinement Week, and it will be great to see former players like Cliff Branch get their. The first overall pick was decided by the winner of the Week 10 game between the 1-8 Pittsburgh Maulers and 1-8 Michigan Panthers , would win the first overall pick. And that about covers it. Those seasons came five years apart in 2009 and 2014. Three-time finalist Jared Allen (DE, Kansas City Chiefs, 2004-07; Minnesota Vikings, 2008-2013; Chicago Bears, 2014-15; Carolina Panthers, 2015) is also a possibility.
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