Richard Seymour: A fixture of this century's defining dynasty, Seymour won three Super Bowls as a member of the New England Patriots. Sign up for daily stories delivered to your inbox. Jeff Feagles: Punted for the Eagles from 1990 through 1993 and all told punted for 22 years, booting an NFL-record 1,713 punts - nearly 300 more than anybody else in history. Of the 122 nominees, 65 played primarily offense, 46 played primarily defense and 11 were primarily special teamers. During the 2022 NFL Honors, the NFL announced their Hall of Fame Class for this year.Out of the 15 modern-era finalists, the committee made some difficult choices and decided to honor five candidates. Enshrinement Week at the Pro Football Hall of Fame is upon us as the NFL gets set to honor eight new members for the class of 2022. The 2022 Hall of Fame class will feature eight inductees. Brian Westbrook: Netted 9,785 scrimmage yards and made two Pro Bowls in eight years with the Eagles. Visit NFL.com's transaction hub for a daily breakdown. That included 10 first-time eligible players. Last year saw John Lynch (eight-time finalist) and Alan Faneca (six-time finalist) finally get inducted. The Finalists will consist of 15 Modern-Era Finalists and the recently named Senior Finalist, Cliff Branch; Contributor Finalist, Art McNally; and Coach Finalist, Dick Vermeil. Around the NFL Writer. Art McNally: Known as the "Father of Modern Officiating," McNally served as the NFL's supervisor of officials for 24 years from 1968 to 1991, leading the officiating department through a period in which football reached new heights of popularity. Starting his coaching career in high school, junior college and the Pac-8, Vermeil first became an NFL head coach in 1976 with the Philadelphia Eagles. As former Hall of Fame selector Len Pasquarelli once put it to me, being selected is more like a "smell test.". Branch, who died in 2019, spent the length of his 14-year career with the Silver and Black. Seymour was in Foxborough from nearly the very start of the Bill Belichick era. Also returned two punts for touchdowns in 2003. Scored 12 postseason touchdowns and made two of his five Pro Bowls as an Eagle. The Dallas Cowboys will place the franchise tag on running back Tony Pollard if the two sides cannot reach a long-term deal before March 7's deadline, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported Friday, per sources. Watch our How-To Videos to Become a Stathead, Subscribe to Stathead and get access to more data than you can imagine. Though there are plenty of deserving players listed as finalists, and rightfully so, there are those who have also been . The annualPro Football Hall of Fame Fan Votepresented by Ford launched today. Sam Mills: A pillar in New Orleans' Dome Patrol defense for nearly a decade, Mills took a circuitous route to Canton. Six will be enshrined as players, one as a coach and one as a referee. Finalists from 2021 re-nominated for next year are wide receivers Reggie Wayne and Torry Holt; tackle Tony Boselli; defensive end Jared Allen; defensive tackle Richard Seymour; linebackers Sam Mills and Zach Thomas; and defensive backs Ronde Barber and LeRoy Butler. * = 2020 Hall of Fame Finalist Here's the full list of modern-era NFLTradeRumors.co. The roster of nominees consists of 65 offensive players, 46 defensive players and 11 special teamers. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. The Pro Football Hall of Fame released the 15 modern-era finalists for the Class of 2022. Here is the full TV schedule for the 2022Pro Football Hall of Fame's Enshrinement Week, including the Hall of Fame Game, which will take place on Thursday night. 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. Mills' potential induction will be done posthumously; he, Boselli, Holt and Thomas are all members of the College Football Hall of Fame as well. McNally's legacy is apparent all over the league. Tab will move on to the next part of the site rather than go through menu items. The seven-time Pro Bowler and three-time All-Pro is now in Canton for all time in his fifth year of eligibility and his fourth time as a finalist. The 2022 modern-era player finalists with their positions, years and teams, as announced on NFL Network: Jared Allen, DE - 2004-2007 Kansas City Chiefs, 2008-2013 Minnesota Vikings, 2014-2015. Heres a look at every nominee that spent time with the Eagles: Eric Allen: Allen made six Pro Bowls in his 14-year career and had 54 interceptions and eight touchdown returns. Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott's cap hit might be rising in 2023, but owner Jerry Jones believes his quarterback has the ability to bridge the gap in any talent the roster might lose because of it. The first game on the NFL calendar is almost here. Die Liste der Mitglieder der Pro Football Hall of Fame enthlt die Spieler, Trainer und Funktionre, die fr ihre herausragenden Leistungen im Profi-Football" in die Pro Football Hall of Fame aufgenommen wurden. The Patriots were a top-eight scoring defense in six of the defensive lineman's eight seasons with the team -- and top four in four. The Pro Football Hall of Fame announced the 15 finalists for the class of 2022 this week. Takeo Spikes: Spikes spent only one of his 15 NFL seasons with the Eagles, but started 14 games in 2007 and had 85 tackles and one sack. 15 at 15.9 percent) does get in. Additionally, the group will consider two contributor candidates (Dick Vermeil and Art McNally) and one senior candidate (Cliff Branch). MODERN-ERA NOMINEES FOR THE PRO FOOTBALL HALL OF FAME CLASS OF 2022 *Finalist in 2021. How each team's roster will look come kick-off time in August is still precarious, with free agency and the draft approaching on the offseason to-do list. FLINT - Local legends Andre Rison and Jake Long are among 122 modern-era players who have been nominated for the Pro Football Hall of Fame's class of 2022. So, while I wouldn't be surprised if the top vote-getter on the survey this year (DeMarcus Ware at 49.7 percent) gets in, I also wouldn't be surprised if Ware doesn't get in and safety LeRoy Butler (No. Mills signed with the Browns as a UDFA out of Montclair State, joined the CFL's Argonauts after he was cut from Cleveland and played for the USFL's Stars after he was released from Toronto, before he even made it to an NFL roster in 1986. NFL footage NFL Productions LLC. Among the group announced Wednesday are 10 first-year eligible players: wide receivers Anquan Boldin, Devin Hester (also PR/KR), Andre Johnson and Steve Smith; offensive linemen Jake Long and Nick Mangold; linebacker DeMarcus Ware; defensive linemen Robert Mathis and Vince Wilfork; and defensive back Antonio Cromartie. The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. Shaun Alexander, Mike Alstott (FB), Tiki Barber, Earnest Byner, Larry Centers (FB), Corey Dillon, Eddie George, Priest Holmes, Steven Jackson, Jamal Lewis, Eric Metcalf (also WR/PR/KR), Lorenzo Neal (FB), Fred Taylor, Herschel Walker (also KR), Ricky Watters, Brian Westbrook. Vermeil walked away from coaching again after the victory, only to return for a five-year stint with the Chiefs from 2001-2005. A five-time Pro Bowler and one-time first-team All-Pro, Mills turned to coaching after his retirement, serving as a defensive assistant and linebackers coach with the Panthers from 1998-2004. Find out more below. He made three straight Pro Bowls in an Eagles uniform and went on to have an MVP season with the Vikings in 1998. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. The process started with a list of 122 nominees and was trimmed to 26 semifinalists in December. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. The selection committee will come up with as many as five names for the Hall of Fame's Class of 2022. Announced Sept. 22, 2021, Art McNally selected as ContributorFinalist Below are the names of the Class of 2022: Tony Boselli: The first draft pick in Jacksonville Jaguars history is now the first Hall of Fame player in franchise history. Seymour spent the final four years of his 12-year career with the Oakland Raiders, sent away by Belichick like so many Patriots greats before him. At least one first-time nominee has been selected for induction into the Hall of Fame every year since 2013, including three Calvin Johnson, Peyton Manning and Charles Woodson last year. The list of Modern-Era Nominees for the Pro Football Hall of Fames Class of 2022 is comprised of 123players. Or write about sports? While there is no set number for any class of enshrinees, the selection process by-laws provide that between four and eight new members will be selected. Willie Anderson, Offensive Tackle - 1996-2007 Cincinnati Bengals . Your login session has expired. The NFL's 2023 Hall of Fame Game will feature the Cleveland Browns and New York Jets, the Hall announced Tuesday. The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. Who are the eight members set to receive their gold jackets for the Pro Football Hall of Fame? The 2022 inductees made a lasting impact as players, coaches, administrators, and alumni and shaped the Golden Ram and Cavalier Athletics programs into today's Albany State University Golden Rams. 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 2022 that will be enshrined in August. Jimmy Smith: Was in training camp with the Eagles in 1994, but was released in favor of Jeff Sydner. (Players must have last played at least five full seasons ago to be eligible for nomination. Use without license or authorization is expressly prohibited. Alabama quarterback Bryce Young -- considered one of the top QB prospects in the 2023 NFL Draft -- downplayed questions about his size on Friday at the scouting combine. The Modern-Era Finalists will be trimmed during the meeting from 15 to 10, then from 10 to five. Left and right arrows move across top level links and expand / close menus in sub levels. The Pro Football Hall of Fame will induct its 2022 class Saturday, with eight new enshrinees joining the illustrious group. Seth Joyner: Originally an 8th-round pick who was released at the end of his rookie training camp in the summer 1986, Joyner is the only NFL player in history with 50 sacks and 20 interceptions. The vast majority have had the opportunity before and not made it into Canton, but this year they're joined by 10 . The Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2022 Enshrinement will take place at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium in Canton, beginning at noon ET on Saturday, Aug. 6. *Finalist in 2021. He finished his career with 51 interceptions and six TD returns, and in 2009 - his second year with the Eagles - he led the NFL with nine interceptions. Averaged 4.6 yards per rush and 8.9 yards per catch in nine-year career. The 2020 class, which had to wait a year for their enshrinement, went. A four-time Pro Bowler and first-team All-Pro in Green Bay, Butler was a ball-hawking, hard-hitting safety for the Brett Favre-era Packers. The Pro Football Hall of Fame's initial list of 122 nominees for the Class of 2022 was released Wednesday and it includes such prominent former Bucs as Ronde Barber, Mike Alstott, Simeon Rice and . 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! Browns star left tackle Joe Thomas and Jets greats Joe . The Pro Football Hall of Fame cleared its backlog of enshrinements Sunday evening as the 2021 class was inducted into Canton. DeMarcus Ware: Ware was a dominant edge rusher (138.5 sacks) and at 6-foot-4, 258 pounds, he looked like what you expect a Hall of Famer to look like. Michigan cornerback DJ Turner II is the early leader for fastest player at the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine after posting a time of 4.26 seconds in the 40-yard dash on Friday. Jeff Garcia: Replaced an injured McNabb in 2006 and went 5-1 to finish the regular season before beating the Giants in a wild-card game in his only full season with the Eagles. All logos are the trademark & property of their owners and not Sports Reference LLC. Donovan McNabb: Won nine playoff games during his 11 years with the Eagles, tied for 12th-most postseason wins in NFL history. 2022 Semifinalists and Finalists Table; Passing Rushing Receiving Defense; Rk Ballot Player Role HOFm From To W L T Chmp AP1 PB St wAV G Cmp Att Yds TD Lng Int Sk Yds Att Yds Joining John Madden's Raiders in 1972, Branch broke out in 1974, leading the league in receiving yards (1,092) and touchdowns (13). Threw for close to 40,000 yards with 234 TDs plus nearly 3,500 rushing yards and 29 more TDs in 13 seasons. Made two Pro Bowls with the Bills. He rushed for 2,344 yards and caught 163 passes in three years with the Eagles during the early 1990s. Mel Gray: Finished his legendary career with the Eagles, playing three games in 1997. The 2022 Athletics Hall of Fame class includes two meritorious service inductees, two long-time coaches, and four outstanding student-athletes. The officiating command center at NFL headquarters even bears his name: Art McNally GameDay Central. We have tools and resources that can help you use sports data. Quarterback Mike White said he'd like to return to the New York Jets, but knows it might not happen as he heads toward free agency. That group will eventually get whittled down to 25 semifinalists in November, and 15 finalists in January, before the selection committee ultimately makes its choice on enshrinement. The list of Modern-Era Nominees will be reduced to 25 Semifinalists in November and, from there, to 15 Finalists in January. This list will be shortened to just 25 semifinalists in November before trimming to 15 finalists in January. After a historical event last year, where the 2020 and 2021 Hall of Fame classes were inducted at once due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we're back to just one Hall of Fame class this year. Led by underdog backup QB Kurt Warner and offensive coordinator Mike Martz's Greatest Show on Turf top-scoring offense, Vermeil's Rams shocked the football world by winning the Super Bowl in 1999. Please see our Contributors and Sources page for data source details. Underline indicates first year of eligibility. Quarterback Mike White said he'd like to return to the New York Jets, but knows it might not happen as he heads toward free agency. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. All other NFL-related trademarks are trademarks of the National Football League. Cliff Branch, wide receiver. Also played two years for the Philadelphia Stars of the USFL. A four-time Pro Bowler and one-time first-team All-Pro, Young enters Canton in his 10th year of eligibility and his second as a finalist. Ricky Watters: Rushed for over 10,000 yards with 467 catches in 10 seasons. Finally, though, Branch, a Senior Committee finalist, has been rightfully recognized as one of the game's most significant figures. Troy Vincent: After spending his four years with the Dolphins, Vincent played for the Eagles from 1996 through 2003, picking off 28 passes and leading the NFL with seven in 1999. Kyle Irving is an NBA content producer for The Sporting News. DeMarcus Ware among 10 first-time nominees for Pro Football Hall of Fame . Another factor that could bode well for some of the first-time nominees is that both the class of 2019 (Ed Reed, Tony Gonzalez, Champ Bailey) and 2018 (Ray Lewis, Randy Moss, Brian Urlacher) have each seen three people inducted, setting a precedent should one of this year's first-timers become a finalist. I'm also more prepared than I have ever been during the decade I have had the honor and duty to be a selector for the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Now, McNally's name will be forever included in the halls of the Pro Football Hall of Fame as the first on-field official ever enshrined in Canton. The Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2022 was revealed Thursday night at NFL Honors, three days before Super Bowl LVI. Quarterbacks + running backs Randall Cunningham, QB Jake Delhomme, QB Boomer Esiason, QB CANTON, Ohio (AP) Ten first-year eligible players, including defensive standouts DeMarcus Ware and Robert Mathis, and receivers Andre Johnson, Steve Smith and Anquan Boldin are among 122 nominees for the 2022 class of the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Florida's Anthony Richardson, one of the draft's most intriguing QB prospects, told reporters on Friday that in high school he modeled his game after two notable passers: Cam Newton and Lamar Jackson. The teams which most recently gained representation are the Carolina Panthers ( Reggie White, class of 2006) and the Houston Texans ( Ed Reed, class of 2019). All other NFL-related trademarks are trademarks of the National Football League. Some people go with fewer because their standards are higher for what qualifies as a Hall of Famer. Linda Jefferson helped Toledo and womens football secure national recognition. Former Kansas City Chiefs executive Carl Peterson will receive the President's Award for the 2023 Missouri Sports Hall of Fame, leading a class of 18 total inductees. Therefore, any individual who last played in 2016 is eligible for the first time in 2022.) Eight Elected to Class of 2022 The preliminary list of 122 players will be whittled down to 18 finalists by the Hall of Fames selection committee. I set no ground rules. *Anquan Boldin, Troy Brown (also PR/KR), Donald Driver, Henry Ellard (also PR), Devin Hester (also PR/KR), *Torry Holt, Joe Horn, Andre Johnson, Chad Johnson, Derrick Mason, Muhsin Muhammad, Andre Rison, Jimmy Smith, Rod Smith, Steve Smith, Hines Ward, *Reggie Wayne, Wes Welker. Anquan Boldin is still playing the game, having been nominated and is a finalist in 2021 for the football Hall of Fame. Below are the names of the Class of 2022: Tony Boselli LeRoy. All rights reserved. Butler, who spent the duration of his 12-year career with the Green Bay Packers, is in the Hall of Fame in his 16th year of eligibility. Dick Vermeil: One of only seven coaches to lead two franchises to the Super Bowl, Vermeil enjoyed a long, storied career as a professional football coach. In his seven seasons with the Eagles, Allen had 34 interceptions, tied for most in franchise history. [6] The roster of nominees consists of 66offensive players, 46 defensive players and 11 special teams players. NFL.com keeps you up to date with all of the latest league news from around the NFL. Enter and space open menus and escape closes them as well. Hall of Fame nominees for class of 2022 include several Lions players Draft Teams AFC East Bills Dolphins Jets Patriots AFC North Bengals Browns Ravens Steelers AFC South Colts Jaguars. By The Athletic NFL Staff. Announced Aug. 31, 2021, Cliff Branch and Dick Vermeilselected as Senior and Coach Finalists At the top of the extensive 122 player list, there are 10 first-year eligible players that can be inducted as well. src="https://www.facebook.com/tr?id=674090812743125&ev=PageView&noscript=1"/>. 122 modern-era nominees announced for 2022 Hall of Fame class Let's start with the offensive side of the 2022 Hall of Fame modern-era nominees. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. As part of my preparation, not only do I read up as much as possible about the candidates (all of which I saw play), but I seek the opinions of people I consider experts. On Tuesday, the 49 selectors gather to debate the 15 Modern Era finalists. Three first-year finalists Andre Johnson, DeMarcus Ware and Devin Hester made the list as did two players who previously were eligible but are finalists for the first time. Do you have a blog? Eight Elected to Class of 2022 Announced Feb. 10, 2022 15 Modern-Era Player Finalists Announced Announced Dec. 31, 2021 26 Modern-Era Player Semifinalists Announced Nov. 24, 2021 123 Modern-Era Nominees Announced Sept. 22, 2021 In 11 NFL seasons threw for 25,537 yards and 161 touchdowns and made four Pro Bowls. ET on ABC. Below are the list of first-time nominees, returning finalists and the rest of the field of nominees. That is quite an impressive feat. The Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2022 will be announced Thursday, and there's a ton of intrigue surrounding this year's potential inductees. Made all-USFL three times and led the Stars to two championships, including one in 1983 when the team was based in Philadelphia. The class includes offensive . The Pro Football Hall of Fame announced their 2022 modern-era nominees on Wednesday and a collection of former Patriots players made the list, including first-time nominee Vince Wilfork. Cliff Branch: Arguably the greatest receiver in Raiders history is now, finally, a Hall of Famer. Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott's cap hit might be rising in 2023, but owner Jerry Jones believes his quarterback has the ability to bridge the gap in any talent the roster might lose because of it. Led the NFL with 2,104 scrimmage yards in his 2007 all-pro season. E Brian Westbrook, Donovan McNabb, Asante Samuel, Troy Vincent and Ricky Watters are also among the nominees. Overall, led the NFL in punt return average twice and kick return average twice. Herschel Walker: After spending three years in the USFL, Walker played in the NFL for 12 years, netting 8,225 rushing yards, 512 receptions, 13,084 scrimmage yards and 84 touchdowns. As the sixth overall pick of the 2001 draft. Whrend einige Mitglieder nur fr ihre Leistungen . An early look at the potential 2022 Pro Football Hall of Fame inductees include former Jaguars tackle Tony Boselli, a finalist for the past five years, and three wide receivers in their first year . The Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2022 will be inducted during NFL Honors, which airs live Thursday, Feb. 10 at 9 p.m. MORE: What we know about next Hall of Fame class for 2023. By. (Players must have last played at least five full seasons ago to be eligible for nomination. More than 25 million votes have been cast in the past decade. I'm completely confused about what's going to happen. CANTON, Ohio (AP) Ten first-year eligible players, including defensive standouts DeMarcus Ware and Robert Mathis, and receivers Andre Johnson, Steve Smith and . AP Photo/David Dermer "We assured Colby we would keep his memory. Please logout and login again. December 31, 2021 9:50 am ET. This years reduction voting and the Selection Meeting ballots will be processed via an online voting platform developed specifically for the Pro Football Hall of Fame by Ernst & Young. By The . The list is comprised of 122 players. Who is in the NFL's Hall of Fame class of 2022? Ten first-year eligible players, including defensive standout DeMarcus Ware, are among 122 nominees for the 2022 class of the Pro Football Hall of Fame, announced Wednesday, Sept. 22, 2021. That's true, but it's always wise to test your own theories. Vermeil retired from coaching (for the first time) in 1983 and spent the next 15 years in sports broadcasting. The inductees will be announced during NFL Honors on Thursday. Fans who voteautomatically become eligible for sweepstakes prizes, including a Grand Prize trip for two (2) to the 2022 Enshrinement Week Powered by Johnson Controls in Canton. Though the Los Angeles Rams and Buffalo Bills will kick off the regular season in what should be an enthralling opener, the Las Vegas Raiders and Jacksonville Jaguars will be the first to take the field for the 2022 NFL Hall of Fame Game to start the preseason schedule.. Here's everything you need to know about Thursday's game: Logos were compiled by the amazing SportsLogos.net. He made five straight Pro Bowls as an Eagle and was a 1st-team all-pro in 2002. Asante Samuel: Made three Pro Bowls in his four years with the Eagles and four total Pro Bowls. A four-time Pro Bowler and three-time first-team All-Pro, Branch was underrated in retirement and failed to reach the Hall of Fame while eligible as a player, though he was a semifinalist in 2004 and 2010. Spent 1994 with the Eagles and had two sacks. NFL footage NFL Productions LLC. Subscribe to Stathead Football: Get your first month FREEYour All-Access Ticket to the Pro Football Reference Database. Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy, Business of Football: The Hidden Risk of Lamar Jacksons Negotiating His Contract Without an Agent, Week 2 Takeaways: Henry Saves Titans, Panthers Are for Real, Carr's Newfound Fearlessness Has Raiders Rolling, MAQB: Sam Darnold Has More Support on the Panthers. Since its inaugural 1963 class, the Pro Football Hall of Fame has inducted 346 members into Canton, Ohio, including the eight most recent members of the class of 2021. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. The countdown has begun, with finalists revealed Thursday on the NFL Network, beginning at 5 p.m. (EST). The Pro Football Hall of Fames Class of 2022 will be enshrined in August 2022. About; Contact; Free Agency . In addition to the modern-era finalists will be senior finalist Cliff Branch, contributor finalist Art McNally and coach finalist Dick Vermeil. This year, 352 people answered my survey, including 21 Hall of Famers, 10 current NFL head coaches and 15 general managers.