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A look at the Preliminary Nominees for the PFHOF
Sep 19, 2016
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Not in Hall of Fame News
The Pro Football Hall of Fame has announced the 97 men who comprise their Preliminary Nominees.
Let’s get right to it and take a look at the complete list.
* Denotes Finalist
+ Denotes First Year of Eligibility
Quarterbacks:
Drew Bledsoe: 1993-2006. New England Patriots, Buffalo Bills, Dallas Cowboys. 1 Super Bowl, 4 Pro Bowls, 44,611 Passing Yards, 251 TD Passes, 137 PFRAV. Ranked #72 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Randall Cunningham: 1985-2001. Philadelphia Eagles, Minnesota Vikings, Dallas Cowboys, Baltimore Ravens. 1 First Team All Pro, 4 Pro Bowls. 29,979 Passing Yards, 207 TD Passes, 134 PFRAV. Ranked #43 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Doug Flutie: 1986-2005. Chicago Bears, New England Patriots, San Diego Chargers. 1 Pro Bowl. 14,715 Passing Yards, 86 Touchdowns, 58 PFRAV.
+ Donovan McNabb: 1999-2011. Philadelphia Eagles, Washington Redskins, Minnesota Vikings. 6 Pro Bowls. 37,276 Passing Yards, 234 Touchdown Passes, 138 PFRAV. Ranked #30 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Steve McNair: 1995-2007. Houston Oilers/Tennessee Titans, Baltimore Ravens. 1 MVP, 3 Pro Bowls. 31,304 Passing Yards, 174 Touchdown Passes, 126 PFRAV. Ranked #89 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Phil Simms: 1979-1993. New York Giants. 2 Super Bowls, 2 Pro Bowls. 33,462 Passing Yards, 199 Touchdown Passes, 118 PFRAV. Ranked #46 on Notinhalloffame.com.
* Kurt Warner: 1998-2009. St. Louis Rams, New York Giants, Arizona Cardinals. 1 Super Bowl, 2 MVPs, 2 First Team All Pro Selections, 4 Pro Bowls. 32,344 Passing Yards, 208 Touchdown Passes, 113 PFRAV. Ranked #22 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Running Backs:
Shaun Alexander: 2000-2008. Seattle Seahawks, Washington Redskins. 1 MVP, 1 First Team All Pro Selection, 3 Pro Bowls. 9,453 Rushing Yards, 100 Rushing Touchdowns, 1,511 Receiving Yards, 12 Receiving Touchdowns, 79 PFRAV.
Ottis Anderson: 1979-1992. St. Louis Cardinals, New York Giants. 2 Super Bowls, 1 First Team All Pro Selection, 2 Pro Bowls. 10,272 Rushing Touchdowns, 81 Rushing Touchdowns, 3,062 Receiving Yards, 5 Receiving Touchdowns, 98 PFRAV. Ranked #51 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Tiki Barber: 1997-2006. New York Giants. 1 First Team All Pro Selection, 3 Pro Bowls. 10,449 Rushing Yards, 55 Rushing Touchdowns, 5,183 Receiving Touchdowns, 12 Receiving Touchdowns, 118 PFRAV. Ranked #77 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Roger Craig: 1983-93. San Francisco 49ers, Los Angeles Raiders, Minnesota Vikings. 3 Super Bowls, 1 First Team All Pro Selection, 4 Pro Bowls. 8,189 Rushing Yards, 56 Rushing Touchdowns, 4,911 Receiving Touchdowns, 17 Receiving Touchdowns, 115 PFRAV. Ranked #11 on Notinhalloffame.com.
* Terrell Davis: 1995-2001. Denver Broncos. 2 Super Bowls, 1 MVP, 3 First Team All Pro Selections, 3 Pro Bowls. 7,607 Rushing Yards, 60 Rushing Touchdowns, 1,280 Receiving Yards, Receiving Touchdowns, 78 PFRAV. Ranked #19 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Eddie George: 1996-2004. Houston Oilers/Tennessee Titans, Dallas Cowboys. 1 First Team All Pro Selection, 4 Pro Bowls. 10,441 Rushing Yards, 68 Rushing Touchdowns, 2,227 Receiving Yards, 10 Receiving Touchdowns, 91 PFRAV.
* Edgerrin James: 1999-2009. Indianapolis Colts, Arizona Cardinals, Seattle Seahawks. 1 First Team All Pro Selection, 4 Pro Bowls. 12,246 Rushing Yards, 80 Rushing Touchdowns, 3,364 Receiving Yards, 11 Receiving Touchdowns, 136 PFRAV. Ranked #14 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Eric Metcalf: 1989-2002. Cleveland Browns, Atlanta Falcons, San Diego Chargers, Arizona Cardinals, Carolina Panthers, Washington Redskins, Green Bay Packers. 2 First Team All Pro Selections, 3 Pro Bowls. 2,392 Rushing Yards, 12 Rushing Touchdowns, 5,572 Receiving Yards, 3 Receiving Touchdowns, 3,453 Punt Return Yards, 10 Punt Return Touchdowns, 5,813 Kick Returns Yards, 2 Kick Return Touchdowns, 77 PFRAV.
+ LaDainian Tomlinson: 2001-2011. San Diego Chargers, New York Jets. 1 MVP, 3 First Team All Pro Selections, 5 Pro Bowls. 13,684 Rushing Yards, 145 Rushing Touchdowns, 4,772 Rushing Yards, 17 Rushing Touchdowns, 157 PFRAV. Ranked #2 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Herschel Walker: 1986-1997. Dallas Cowboys, Minnesota Vikings, Philadelphia Eagles, New York Giants. 2 Pro Bowls. 8,225 Rushing Yards, 61 Rushing Touchdowns, 4,859 Receiving Yards, 2 Receiving Touchdowns, 5,084 Kick Return Yards, 2 Kick Return Touchdowns, 98 PFRAV. Ranked #36 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Ricky Watters: 1992-2001. San Francisco 49ers, Philadelphia Eagles, Seattle Seahawks. 1 Super Bowl, 5 Pro Bowls. 10,643 Rushing Yards, 68 Rushing Touchdowns, 4,248 Receiving Yards, 13 Receiving Touchdowns, 125 PFRAV. Ranked #38 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Fullbacks:
Larry Centers: 1990-2003. Phoenix/Arizona Cardinals, Washington Redskins, Buffalo Bills, New England Patriots. 1 Super Bowl, 3 Pro Bowls. 2,188 Rushing Touchdowns, 14 Rushing Touchdowns, 6,797 Receiving Yards, 28 Receiving Touchdowns, 67 PFRAV.
Daryl Johnston: 1989-1999. Dallas Cowboys. 3 Super Bowls, 2 Pro Bowls. 2,227 Rushing Yards, 14 Rushing Touchdowns, 753 Receiving Yards, 8 Receiving Touchdowns, 30 PFRAV.
Wide Receivers:
Isaac Bruce: 1994-2009. Los Angeles/St. Louis Rams, San Francisco 49ers. 1 Super Bowl, 4 Pro Bowls. 15,208 Receiving Yards, 91 Receiving Touchdowns, 137 PFRAV. Ranked #24 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Henry Ellard: 1983-1998. Los Angeles Rams, Washington Redskins, New England Patriots. 2 First Team All Pro Selections, 3 Pro Bowls. 13,777 Receiving Yards, 65 Receiving Touchdowns, 1,527 Punt Return Yards, 4 Punt Return Touchdowns, 364 Kick Return Yards, 133 PFRAV. Ranked #91 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Torry Holt: 1999-2009. St. Louis Rams, Jacksonville Jaguars. 1 Super Bowl, 1 First Team All Pro Selection, 7 Pro Bowls. 13,382 Receiving Yards, 74 Receiving Touchdowns, 123 PFRAV. Ranked #8 on Notinhalloffame.com.
+ Chad Johnson: 2001-2011. Cincinnati Bengals, New England Patriots. 2 First Team All Pro Selections, 6 Pro Bowls. 11,059 Receiving Yards, 67 Receiving Touchdowns, 104 PFRAV. Ranked #26 on Notinhalloffame.com.
+ Derrick Mason: 1997-2011. Tennessee Titans, Baltimore Ravens, New York Jets. 1 First Team All Pro Selection, 2 Pro Bowls. 12,061 Receiving Yards, 66 Receiving Touchdowns, 1,590 Punt Return Yards, 2 Punt Return Touchdowns, 3,496 Kick Return Yards, 1 Kick Return Touchdown, 114 PFRAV. Ranked #59 on Notinhalloffame.com.
* Terrell Owens: 1996-2010. San Francisco 49ers, Philadelphia Eagles, Dallas Cowboys, Buffalo Bills, Cincinnati Bengals. 4 First Team All Pro Selection, 6 Pro Bowls. 15,934 Receiving Yards, 153 Receiving Touchdowns, 165 PFRAV. Ranked #6 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Sterling Sharpe: 1988-1994. Green Bay Packers. 3 First Team All Pro Selection, 5 Pro Bowls. 8,134 Receiving Yards, 65 Receiving Touchdowns, 78 PFRAV. Ranked #47 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Jimmy Smith: 1992-2005. Dallas Cowboys, Jacksonville Jaguars. 5 Pro Bowls. 12,287 Receiving Yards, 67 Receiving Touchdowns, 135 PFRAV. Ranked #99 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Rod Smith: 1995-2006. Denver Broncos. 3 Pro Bowls. 11,389 Receiving Yards, 68 Receiving Touchdowns, 125 PFRAV. Ranked #60 on Notinhalloffame.com.
+ Hines Ward: 1998- 2011. Pittsburgh Steelers. 2 Super Bowls, 4 Pro Bowls. 12,083 Receiving Yards, 85 Receiving Touchdowns, 118 PFRAV. Ranked #21 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Tight Ends:
Mark Bavaro: 1985-1994. New York Giants, Cleveland Browns, Philadelphia Eagles. 2 Super Bowls, 2 First Team All Pro Selections, 2 Pro Bowls. 4,733 Receiving Yards, 39 Receiving Touchdowns, 45 PFRAV.
Offensive Lineman:
Tony Boselli: 1995-2001. Jacksonville Jaguars. 3 First Team All Pro Selections, 5 Pro Bowls. 70 PFRAV.
Ray Donaldson: 1980-1996. Baltimore/Indianapolis Colts, Seattle Seahawks, Dallas Cowboys. 1 Super Bowl, 6 Pro Bowls. 113 PFRAV.
* Alan Faneca: 1998-2010. Pittsburgh Steelers, New York Jets, Arizona Cardinals. 1 Super Bowl, 6 First Team All Pro Selections, 9 Pro Bowls. 148 PFRAV. Ranked #4 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Jay Hilgenberg: 1981-1993. Chicago Bears, New Orleans Saints. 1 Super Bowl, 7 Pro Bowls. 105 PFRAV. Ranked #73 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Chris Hinton: 1983-1995. Baltimore/Indianapolis Colts, Atlanta Falcons, Minnesota Vikings. 1 First Team All Pro Selection, 7 Pro Bowls. 101 PFRAV. Ranked #65 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Kent Hull: 1986-1996. Buffalo Bills. 2 First Team All Pro Selections, 3 Pro Bowls. 107 PFRAV.
* Joe Jacoby: 1981-1993. Washington Redskins. 3 Super Bowls, 2 First Team, All Pro Selections, 4 Pro Bowls. 103 PFRAV. Ranked #56 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Mike Kenn: 1978-1994. Atlanta Falcons. 2 First Team All Pro Selections. 5 Pro Bowls. 138 PFRAV. Ranked #100 on Notinhalloffame.com.
+ Olin Kreutz: 1998-2011. Chicago Bears, New Orleans Saints. 1 First Team All Pro Selections, 6 Pro Bowls, 96 PFRAV. Ranked #69 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Jim Lachey: 1985-1995. San Diego Chargers, Los Angeles Raiders, Washington Redskins, 1 Super Bowl, 3 First Team All Pro Selections, 3 Pro Bowls. 92 PFRAV.
Kevin Mawae: 1994-2009. Seattle Seahawks, New York Jets, Tennessee Titans. 3 First Team All Pro Selections, 8 Pro Bowls. 154 PFRAV. Ranked #18 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Tom Nalen: 1994-2007. Denver Broncos. 2 Super Bowls, 2 First Team All Pro Selections, 5 Pro Bowls. 131 PFRAV.
Nate Newton: 1986-1999. Dallas Cowboys, Carolina Panthers. 3 Super Bowls, 2 First Team All Pro Selections, 6 Pro Bowls. 105 PFRAV.
Steve Wisniewski: 1989-2001. Los Angeles/Oakland Raiders. 2 First Team All Pro Selections, 8 Pro Bowls. 140 PFRAV. Ranked #29 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Defensive Lineman:
Leslie O’Neal: 1986-1999. San Diego Chargers, St. Louis Rams, Kansas City Chiefs. 6 Pro Bowls. 3 Interceptions, 132.5 Quarterback Sacks, 115 PFRAV.
Simeon Rice: 1996-2007. Arizona Cardinals, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Denver Broncos, Indianapolis Colts. 1 Super Bowl, 1 First Team All Pro Selection, 3 Pro Bowls. 5 Interceptions, 122 Quarterback Sacks, 106 PFRAV.
Fred Smerlas: 1979-1992. Buffalo Bills, San Francisco 49ers, New England Patriots. 1 First Team All Pro Selection, 5 Pro Bowls. 2 Interceptions, 18.5 Quarterback Sacks, 101 PFRAV.
+ Jason Taylor: 1997-2011. Miami Dolphins, Washington Redskins, New York Jets. 3 First Team All Pro Selections, 6 Pro Bowls. 8 Interceptions, 139.5 Quarterback Sacks, 160 PFRAV. Ranked #10 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Bryant Young: 1994-2007. San Francisco 49ers, Washington Redskins, Cleveland Browns. 1 Super Bowl, 1 First Team All Pro Selection, 4 Pro Bowls. 3 Interceptions, 89.5 Quarterback Sacks, 118 PFRAV.
Linebackers:
Carl Banks: 1984-1995 New York Giants. 2 Super Bowls, 1 Pro Bowl. 39.5 Quarterback Sacks, 83 PFRAV.
Cornelius Bennett: 1987-2000. Buffalo Bills, Atlanta Falcons, Indianapolis Colts. 7 Interceptions, 71.5 Quarterback Sacks, 121 PFRAV.
Tedy Bruschi: 1996 -2008. New England Patriots. 3 Super Bowls, 1 Pro Bowl. 12 Interceptions, 30.5 Quarterback Sacks, 89 PFRAV.
Seth Joyner: 1986-1998. Philadelphia Eagles, Arizona Cardinals, Green Bay Packers, Denver Broncos. 1 Super Bowl, 3 Pro Bowls. 24 Interceptions, 52 Quarterback Sacks, 108 PFRAV.
Levon Kirkland: 1992-2002. Pittsburgh Steelers, Seattle Seahawks, Philadelphia Eagles. 1 First Team All Pro Selection, 2 Pro Bowls. 19.5 Quarterback Sacks, 104 PFRAV.
Clay Matthews: 1978-1996. Cleveland Browns, Atlanta Falcons. 4 Pro Bowls. 16 Interceptions, 69.5 Quarterback Sacks, 137 PFRAV.
Willie McGinest: 1994-2008. New England Patriots, Cleveland Browns. 3 Super Bowls, 2 Pro Bowls. 5 Interceptions, 86 Quarterback Sacks 106 PFRAV.
Karl Mecklenburg: 1983-1994. Denver Broncos. 3 First Team All Pro Selections, 6 Pro Bowls. 5 Interceptions, 79 Quarterback Sacks, 113 PFRAV. Ranked #64 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Sam Mills: 1986-1997. New Orleans Saints, Carolina Panthers. 1 First Team All Pro Selection, 5 Pro Bowls. 11 Interceptions, 20.5 Quarterback Sacks, 126 PFRAV. Ranked #84 on Notinhalloffame.com.
+ Joey Porter: 1999-2011. Pittsburgh Steelers, Miami Dolphins, Arizona Cardinals. 1 Super Bowl, 4 Pro Bowls. 12 Interceptions, 98 Quarterback Sacks, 111 PFRAV. Ranked #96 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Zach Thomas: 1996-2008. 5 First Team All Pro Selections, 6 Pro Bowls. 17 Interceptions, 20.5 Quarterback Sacks, 152 PFRAV.
Defensive Backs:
Eric Allen: 1988-2001. Philadelphia Eagles, New Orleans Saints, Oakland Raiders. 1 First Team All Pro Selection, 6 Pro Bowls 54 Interceptions, 3 Quarterback Sacks, 132 PFRAV. Ranked #45 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Steve Atwater: 1989-1999. Denver Broncos, New York Jets. 2 Super Bowls, 2 First Team All Pro Selections, 8 Pro Bowls. 24 Interceptions, 5 Quarterback Sacks, 99 PFRAV. Ranked #17 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Joey Browner: 1983-1992. Minnesota Vikings, Tampa Bay Buccaneers. 3 First Team All Pro Selections, 6 Pro Bowls. 37 Interceptions, 9.5 Quarterback Sacks, 85 PFRAV.
LeRoy Butler: 1990-2001. Green Bay Packers. 1 Super Bowl, 4 First Team All Pro Selections, 4 Pro Bowls. 38 Interceptions, 20.5 Quarterback Sacks, 111 PFRAV. Ranked #83 on Notinhalloffame.com.
+ Brian Dawkins: 1996-2011. Philadelphia Eagles, Denver Broncos. 4 First Team All Pro Selections, 9 Pro Bowls. 37 Interceptions, 26 Quarterback Sacks, 140 PFRAV. Ranked #7 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Rodney Harrison: 1994-2008. San Diego Chargers, New England Patriots. 2 Super Bowls, 2 First Team All Pro Selections, 2 Pro Bowls. 34 Interceptions, 30.5 Quarterback Sacks, 92 PFRAV.
Ty Law: 1995-2009. New England Patriots, New York Jets, Kansas City Chiefs, Denver Broncos. 3 Super Bowls, 5 Pro Bowls. 53 Interceptions, 5 Quarterback Sacks, 113 PFRAV. Ranked #48 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Albert Lewis: 1983-1998. Kansas City Chiefs, Los Angeles/Oakland Raiders. 2 First Team All Pro Selections, 4 Pro Bowls. 42 Interceptions, 12.5 Quarterback Sacks, 108 PFRAV.
* John Lynch: 1993-2007. Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Denver Broncos. 1 Super Bowl, 9 Pro Bowls. 26 Interceptions, 13 Quarterback Sacks, 118 PFRAV. Ranked #42 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Frank Minnifield: 1984-1992. Cleveland Browns. 1 First Team All Pro Selection, 4 Pro Bowls. 20 Interceptions, 71 PFRAV.
+ Bob Sanders: 2004-2011. Indianapolis Colts, Dan Diego Chargers. 1 Super Bowl, 2 First Team All Pro Selections, 2 Pro Bowls. 6 Interceptions, 34 PFRAV.
Darren Sharper: 1997-2010. Green Bay Packers, Minnesota Vikings, New Orleans Saints 63 Interceptions, 7.5 Quarterback Sacks, 118 PFRAV. 1 Super Bowl, 2 First Team All Pro Selections, 5 Pro Bowls. Ranked #79 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Dennis Smith: 1981-1994. Denver Broncos. 6 Pro Bowls. 30 Interceptions, 15 Quarterback Sacks, 98 PFRAV.
Troy Vincent: 1992-2006. Miami Dolphins, Philadelphia Eagles, Buffalo Bills, Washington Redskins. 1 First Team All Pro Selection, 5 Pro Bowls. 47 Interceptions, 5.5 Quarterback Sacks, 118 PFRAV.
Everson Walls: 1981-1993. Dallas Cowboys, New York Giants, Cleveland Browns. 1 Super Bowl, 1 First Team All Pro Selection, 4 Pro Bowls. 57 Interceptions, 3 Quarterback Sacks, 105 PFRAV.
Darren Woodson: 1992-2003. Dallas Cowboys. 3 Super Bowls, 3 First Team All Pro Selections, 5 Pro Bowls. 23 Interceptions, 11 Quarterback Sacks, 96 PFRAV.
Kickers/Punters:
Morten Andersen: 1982-2007. New Orleans Saints, Atlanta Falcons, New York Giants, Kansas City Chiefs, Minnesota Vikings. 2 First Team All Pro Selections, 7 Pro Bowls. 565 Field Goals Made, 849 Extra Points Made, 97 PFRAV. Ranked #62 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Gary Anderson: 1982-2004. Pittsburgh Steelers, San Francisco 49ers, Minnesota Vikings, Tennessee Titans. 1 First Team All Pro Selection, 4 Pro Bowls. 538 Field Goals Made, 820 Extra Points Made, 91 PFRAV.
Sean Landeta: 1985-2005. New York Giants, Los Angeles/St. Louis Rams, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Green Bay Packers, Philadelphia Eagles. 2 Super Bowls, 3 First Team All Pro Selections, 2 Pro Bowls. 1,401 Punts, 50 PFRAV.
Nick Lowery: 1978-1994. New England Patriots, Kansas City Chiefs, New York Jets. 2 First Team All Pro Selections, 3 Pro Bowls. 383 Field Goals Made, 562 Extra Points Made, 81 PFRAV.
Special Teams:
Brian Mitchell: 1990-2003. Washington Redskins, Philadelphia Eagles, New York Giants. 1 Super Bowl, 1 Pro Bowl. 4,999 Punt Return Yards, 9 Punt Return Touchdowns, 14,014 Kick Return Yards, 4 Kick Return Touchdowns, 1,967 Rushing Yards, 12 Rushing Touchdowns, 2,336 Receiving Yards, 4 Receiving Touchdowns, 49 PFRAV.
Steve Tasker: 1985-1997. Houston Oilers, Buffalo Bills. 779 Receiving Yards, 9 Receiving Touchdowns, 7 PFRAV. Ranked #86 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Coaches:
Don Coryell: 1973-1986. St. Louis Cardinals, San Diego Chargers. 111-83-1 Record, 3-6 Playoff Record.
Bill Cowher: 1992-2006. Pittsburgh Steelers. 161-99-1 Record, 12-9 Playoff Record, 1 Super Bowl.
Tom Flores: 1979-1987, 1992-1994. Oakland/Los Angeles Raiders, Seattle Seahawks. 97-87 Record, 8-3 Playoff Record, 2 Super Bowls.
Mike Holmgren: 1992-2008. Green Bay Packers, Seattle Seahawks. 161-111 Record, 13-11 Playoff Record, 1 Super Bowl.
Jimmy Johnson: 1989-1999. Dallas Cowboys, Miami Dolphins. 80-64 Record, 9-4 Playoff Record, 2 Super Bowls.
Chuck Knox: 1973-1994. Los Angels Rams, Buffalo Bills, Seattle Seahawks. 186-147-1 Record, 7-11 Playoff Record.
Buddy Parker: 1949-1964. Chicago Cardinals, Detroit Lions, Pittsburgh Steelers. 104-75-9 Record, 3-1 Playoff Record.
Richie Petitbon: 1981-1992. Washington Redskins (Defensive Coordinator)
Dan Reeves: 1981-2003. Denver Broncos, New York Giants, Atlanta Falcons. 190-165-2 Record. 11-9 Playoff Record.
Clark Shaughnessy: 1948-1949. Los Angeles Rams. 1951-1962. Chicago Bears (Defensive Coordinator)
Dick Vermeil: 1976-1982, 1997-1999, 2001-2005. Philadelphia Eagles, St. Louis Cardinals, Kansas City Chiefs. 120-109 Record, 6-5 Playoff Record, 1 Super Bowl.
Please note that we do not rank Coaches.
With the large amount of players it is hard to perceive that there are any snubs, which there isn’t.
In November this group of 97 Modern Era Nominees will be reduced to 18. In January of 2017, it will be shrunk to 15. They will join the Senior Finalist and Contributor Finalists and on February 4, the day before the Super Bowl, the respective committees will decide the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2017.
You know we will be paying attention!
Let’s get right to it and take a look at the complete list.
* Denotes Finalist
+ Denotes First Year of Eligibility
Quarterbacks:
Drew Bledsoe: 1993-2006. New England Patriots, Buffalo Bills, Dallas Cowboys. 1 Super Bowl, 4 Pro Bowls, 44,611 Passing Yards, 251 TD Passes, 137 PFRAV. Ranked #72 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Randall Cunningham: 1985-2001. Philadelphia Eagles, Minnesota Vikings, Dallas Cowboys, Baltimore Ravens. 1 First Team All Pro, 4 Pro Bowls. 29,979 Passing Yards, 207 TD Passes, 134 PFRAV. Ranked #43 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Doug Flutie: 1986-2005. Chicago Bears, New England Patriots, San Diego Chargers. 1 Pro Bowl. 14,715 Passing Yards, 86 Touchdowns, 58 PFRAV.
+ Donovan McNabb: 1999-2011. Philadelphia Eagles, Washington Redskins, Minnesota Vikings. 6 Pro Bowls. 37,276 Passing Yards, 234 Touchdown Passes, 138 PFRAV. Ranked #30 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Steve McNair: 1995-2007. Houston Oilers/Tennessee Titans, Baltimore Ravens. 1 MVP, 3 Pro Bowls. 31,304 Passing Yards, 174 Touchdown Passes, 126 PFRAV. Ranked #89 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Phil Simms: 1979-1993. New York Giants. 2 Super Bowls, 2 Pro Bowls. 33,462 Passing Yards, 199 Touchdown Passes, 118 PFRAV. Ranked #46 on Notinhalloffame.com.
* Kurt Warner: 1998-2009. St. Louis Rams, New York Giants, Arizona Cardinals. 1 Super Bowl, 2 MVPs, 2 First Team All Pro Selections, 4 Pro Bowls. 32,344 Passing Yards, 208 Touchdown Passes, 113 PFRAV. Ranked #22 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Running Backs:
Shaun Alexander: 2000-2008. Seattle Seahawks, Washington Redskins. 1 MVP, 1 First Team All Pro Selection, 3 Pro Bowls. 9,453 Rushing Yards, 100 Rushing Touchdowns, 1,511 Receiving Yards, 12 Receiving Touchdowns, 79 PFRAV.
Ottis Anderson: 1979-1992. St. Louis Cardinals, New York Giants. 2 Super Bowls, 1 First Team All Pro Selection, 2 Pro Bowls. 10,272 Rushing Touchdowns, 81 Rushing Touchdowns, 3,062 Receiving Yards, 5 Receiving Touchdowns, 98 PFRAV. Ranked #51 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Tiki Barber: 1997-2006. New York Giants. 1 First Team All Pro Selection, 3 Pro Bowls. 10,449 Rushing Yards, 55 Rushing Touchdowns, 5,183 Receiving Touchdowns, 12 Receiving Touchdowns, 118 PFRAV. Ranked #77 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Roger Craig: 1983-93. San Francisco 49ers, Los Angeles Raiders, Minnesota Vikings. 3 Super Bowls, 1 First Team All Pro Selection, 4 Pro Bowls. 8,189 Rushing Yards, 56 Rushing Touchdowns, 4,911 Receiving Touchdowns, 17 Receiving Touchdowns, 115 PFRAV. Ranked #11 on Notinhalloffame.com.
* Terrell Davis: 1995-2001. Denver Broncos. 2 Super Bowls, 1 MVP, 3 First Team All Pro Selections, 3 Pro Bowls. 7,607 Rushing Yards, 60 Rushing Touchdowns, 1,280 Receiving Yards, Receiving Touchdowns, 78 PFRAV. Ranked #19 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Eddie George: 1996-2004. Houston Oilers/Tennessee Titans, Dallas Cowboys. 1 First Team All Pro Selection, 4 Pro Bowls. 10,441 Rushing Yards, 68 Rushing Touchdowns, 2,227 Receiving Yards, 10 Receiving Touchdowns, 91 PFRAV.
* Edgerrin James: 1999-2009. Indianapolis Colts, Arizona Cardinals, Seattle Seahawks. 1 First Team All Pro Selection, 4 Pro Bowls. 12,246 Rushing Yards, 80 Rushing Touchdowns, 3,364 Receiving Yards, 11 Receiving Touchdowns, 136 PFRAV. Ranked #14 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Eric Metcalf: 1989-2002. Cleveland Browns, Atlanta Falcons, San Diego Chargers, Arizona Cardinals, Carolina Panthers, Washington Redskins, Green Bay Packers. 2 First Team All Pro Selections, 3 Pro Bowls. 2,392 Rushing Yards, 12 Rushing Touchdowns, 5,572 Receiving Yards, 3 Receiving Touchdowns, 3,453 Punt Return Yards, 10 Punt Return Touchdowns, 5,813 Kick Returns Yards, 2 Kick Return Touchdowns, 77 PFRAV.
+ LaDainian Tomlinson: 2001-2011. San Diego Chargers, New York Jets. 1 MVP, 3 First Team All Pro Selections, 5 Pro Bowls. 13,684 Rushing Yards, 145 Rushing Touchdowns, 4,772 Rushing Yards, 17 Rushing Touchdowns, 157 PFRAV. Ranked #2 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Herschel Walker: 1986-1997. Dallas Cowboys, Minnesota Vikings, Philadelphia Eagles, New York Giants. 2 Pro Bowls. 8,225 Rushing Yards, 61 Rushing Touchdowns, 4,859 Receiving Yards, 2 Receiving Touchdowns, 5,084 Kick Return Yards, 2 Kick Return Touchdowns, 98 PFRAV. Ranked #36 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Ricky Watters: 1992-2001. San Francisco 49ers, Philadelphia Eagles, Seattle Seahawks. 1 Super Bowl, 5 Pro Bowls. 10,643 Rushing Yards, 68 Rushing Touchdowns, 4,248 Receiving Yards, 13 Receiving Touchdowns, 125 PFRAV. Ranked #38 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Fullbacks:
Larry Centers: 1990-2003. Phoenix/Arizona Cardinals, Washington Redskins, Buffalo Bills, New England Patriots. 1 Super Bowl, 3 Pro Bowls. 2,188 Rushing Touchdowns, 14 Rushing Touchdowns, 6,797 Receiving Yards, 28 Receiving Touchdowns, 67 PFRAV.
Daryl Johnston: 1989-1999. Dallas Cowboys. 3 Super Bowls, 2 Pro Bowls. 2,227 Rushing Yards, 14 Rushing Touchdowns, 753 Receiving Yards, 8 Receiving Touchdowns, 30 PFRAV.
Wide Receivers:
Isaac Bruce: 1994-2009. Los Angeles/St. Louis Rams, San Francisco 49ers. 1 Super Bowl, 4 Pro Bowls. 15,208 Receiving Yards, 91 Receiving Touchdowns, 137 PFRAV. Ranked #24 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Henry Ellard: 1983-1998. Los Angeles Rams, Washington Redskins, New England Patriots. 2 First Team All Pro Selections, 3 Pro Bowls. 13,777 Receiving Yards, 65 Receiving Touchdowns, 1,527 Punt Return Yards, 4 Punt Return Touchdowns, 364 Kick Return Yards, 133 PFRAV. Ranked #91 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Torry Holt: 1999-2009. St. Louis Rams, Jacksonville Jaguars. 1 Super Bowl, 1 First Team All Pro Selection, 7 Pro Bowls. 13,382 Receiving Yards, 74 Receiving Touchdowns, 123 PFRAV. Ranked #8 on Notinhalloffame.com.
+ Chad Johnson: 2001-2011. Cincinnati Bengals, New England Patriots. 2 First Team All Pro Selections, 6 Pro Bowls. 11,059 Receiving Yards, 67 Receiving Touchdowns, 104 PFRAV. Ranked #26 on Notinhalloffame.com.
+ Derrick Mason: 1997-2011. Tennessee Titans, Baltimore Ravens, New York Jets. 1 First Team All Pro Selection, 2 Pro Bowls. 12,061 Receiving Yards, 66 Receiving Touchdowns, 1,590 Punt Return Yards, 2 Punt Return Touchdowns, 3,496 Kick Return Yards, 1 Kick Return Touchdown, 114 PFRAV. Ranked #59 on Notinhalloffame.com.
* Terrell Owens: 1996-2010. San Francisco 49ers, Philadelphia Eagles, Dallas Cowboys, Buffalo Bills, Cincinnati Bengals. 4 First Team All Pro Selection, 6 Pro Bowls. 15,934 Receiving Yards, 153 Receiving Touchdowns, 165 PFRAV. Ranked #6 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Sterling Sharpe: 1988-1994. Green Bay Packers. 3 First Team All Pro Selection, 5 Pro Bowls. 8,134 Receiving Yards, 65 Receiving Touchdowns, 78 PFRAV. Ranked #47 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Jimmy Smith: 1992-2005. Dallas Cowboys, Jacksonville Jaguars. 5 Pro Bowls. 12,287 Receiving Yards, 67 Receiving Touchdowns, 135 PFRAV. Ranked #99 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Rod Smith: 1995-2006. Denver Broncos. 3 Pro Bowls. 11,389 Receiving Yards, 68 Receiving Touchdowns, 125 PFRAV. Ranked #60 on Notinhalloffame.com.
+ Hines Ward: 1998- 2011. Pittsburgh Steelers. 2 Super Bowls, 4 Pro Bowls. 12,083 Receiving Yards, 85 Receiving Touchdowns, 118 PFRAV. Ranked #21 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Tight Ends:
Mark Bavaro: 1985-1994. New York Giants, Cleveland Browns, Philadelphia Eagles. 2 Super Bowls, 2 First Team All Pro Selections, 2 Pro Bowls. 4,733 Receiving Yards, 39 Receiving Touchdowns, 45 PFRAV.
Offensive Lineman:
Tony Boselli: 1995-2001. Jacksonville Jaguars. 3 First Team All Pro Selections, 5 Pro Bowls. 70 PFRAV.
Ray Donaldson: 1980-1996. Baltimore/Indianapolis Colts, Seattle Seahawks, Dallas Cowboys. 1 Super Bowl, 6 Pro Bowls. 113 PFRAV.
* Alan Faneca: 1998-2010. Pittsburgh Steelers, New York Jets, Arizona Cardinals. 1 Super Bowl, 6 First Team All Pro Selections, 9 Pro Bowls. 148 PFRAV. Ranked #4 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Jay Hilgenberg: 1981-1993. Chicago Bears, New Orleans Saints. 1 Super Bowl, 7 Pro Bowls. 105 PFRAV. Ranked #73 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Chris Hinton: 1983-1995. Baltimore/Indianapolis Colts, Atlanta Falcons, Minnesota Vikings. 1 First Team All Pro Selection, 7 Pro Bowls. 101 PFRAV. Ranked #65 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Kent Hull: 1986-1996. Buffalo Bills. 2 First Team All Pro Selections, 3 Pro Bowls. 107 PFRAV.
* Joe Jacoby: 1981-1993. Washington Redskins. 3 Super Bowls, 2 First Team, All Pro Selections, 4 Pro Bowls. 103 PFRAV. Ranked #56 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Mike Kenn: 1978-1994. Atlanta Falcons. 2 First Team All Pro Selections. 5 Pro Bowls. 138 PFRAV. Ranked #100 on Notinhalloffame.com.
+ Olin Kreutz: 1998-2011. Chicago Bears, New Orleans Saints. 1 First Team All Pro Selections, 6 Pro Bowls, 96 PFRAV. Ranked #69 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Jim Lachey: 1985-1995. San Diego Chargers, Los Angeles Raiders, Washington Redskins, 1 Super Bowl, 3 First Team All Pro Selections, 3 Pro Bowls. 92 PFRAV.
Kevin Mawae: 1994-2009. Seattle Seahawks, New York Jets, Tennessee Titans. 3 First Team All Pro Selections, 8 Pro Bowls. 154 PFRAV. Ranked #18 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Tom Nalen: 1994-2007. Denver Broncos. 2 Super Bowls, 2 First Team All Pro Selections, 5 Pro Bowls. 131 PFRAV.
Nate Newton: 1986-1999. Dallas Cowboys, Carolina Panthers. 3 Super Bowls, 2 First Team All Pro Selections, 6 Pro Bowls. 105 PFRAV.
Steve Wisniewski: 1989-2001. Los Angeles/Oakland Raiders. 2 First Team All Pro Selections, 8 Pro Bowls. 140 PFRAV. Ranked #29 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Defensive Lineman:
Leslie O’Neal: 1986-1999. San Diego Chargers, St. Louis Rams, Kansas City Chiefs. 6 Pro Bowls. 3 Interceptions, 132.5 Quarterback Sacks, 115 PFRAV.
Simeon Rice: 1996-2007. Arizona Cardinals, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Denver Broncos, Indianapolis Colts. 1 Super Bowl, 1 First Team All Pro Selection, 3 Pro Bowls. 5 Interceptions, 122 Quarterback Sacks, 106 PFRAV.
Fred Smerlas: 1979-1992. Buffalo Bills, San Francisco 49ers, New England Patriots. 1 First Team All Pro Selection, 5 Pro Bowls. 2 Interceptions, 18.5 Quarterback Sacks, 101 PFRAV.
+ Jason Taylor: 1997-2011. Miami Dolphins, Washington Redskins, New York Jets. 3 First Team All Pro Selections, 6 Pro Bowls. 8 Interceptions, 139.5 Quarterback Sacks, 160 PFRAV. Ranked #10 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Bryant Young: 1994-2007. San Francisco 49ers, Washington Redskins, Cleveland Browns. 1 Super Bowl, 1 First Team All Pro Selection, 4 Pro Bowls. 3 Interceptions, 89.5 Quarterback Sacks, 118 PFRAV.
Linebackers:
Carl Banks: 1984-1995 New York Giants. 2 Super Bowls, 1 Pro Bowl. 39.5 Quarterback Sacks, 83 PFRAV.
Cornelius Bennett: 1987-2000. Buffalo Bills, Atlanta Falcons, Indianapolis Colts. 7 Interceptions, 71.5 Quarterback Sacks, 121 PFRAV.
Tedy Bruschi: 1996 -2008. New England Patriots. 3 Super Bowls, 1 Pro Bowl. 12 Interceptions, 30.5 Quarterback Sacks, 89 PFRAV.
Seth Joyner: 1986-1998. Philadelphia Eagles, Arizona Cardinals, Green Bay Packers, Denver Broncos. 1 Super Bowl, 3 Pro Bowls. 24 Interceptions, 52 Quarterback Sacks, 108 PFRAV.
Levon Kirkland: 1992-2002. Pittsburgh Steelers, Seattle Seahawks, Philadelphia Eagles. 1 First Team All Pro Selection, 2 Pro Bowls. 19.5 Quarterback Sacks, 104 PFRAV.
Clay Matthews: 1978-1996. Cleveland Browns, Atlanta Falcons. 4 Pro Bowls. 16 Interceptions, 69.5 Quarterback Sacks, 137 PFRAV.
Willie McGinest: 1994-2008. New England Patriots, Cleveland Browns. 3 Super Bowls, 2 Pro Bowls. 5 Interceptions, 86 Quarterback Sacks 106 PFRAV.
Karl Mecklenburg: 1983-1994. Denver Broncos. 3 First Team All Pro Selections, 6 Pro Bowls. 5 Interceptions, 79 Quarterback Sacks, 113 PFRAV. Ranked #64 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Sam Mills: 1986-1997. New Orleans Saints, Carolina Panthers. 1 First Team All Pro Selection, 5 Pro Bowls. 11 Interceptions, 20.5 Quarterback Sacks, 126 PFRAV. Ranked #84 on Notinhalloffame.com.
+ Joey Porter: 1999-2011. Pittsburgh Steelers, Miami Dolphins, Arizona Cardinals. 1 Super Bowl, 4 Pro Bowls. 12 Interceptions, 98 Quarterback Sacks, 111 PFRAV. Ranked #96 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Zach Thomas: 1996-2008. 5 First Team All Pro Selections, 6 Pro Bowls. 17 Interceptions, 20.5 Quarterback Sacks, 152 PFRAV.
Defensive Backs:
Eric Allen: 1988-2001. Philadelphia Eagles, New Orleans Saints, Oakland Raiders. 1 First Team All Pro Selection, 6 Pro Bowls 54 Interceptions, 3 Quarterback Sacks, 132 PFRAV. Ranked #45 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Steve Atwater: 1989-1999. Denver Broncos, New York Jets. 2 Super Bowls, 2 First Team All Pro Selections, 8 Pro Bowls. 24 Interceptions, 5 Quarterback Sacks, 99 PFRAV. Ranked #17 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Joey Browner: 1983-1992. Minnesota Vikings, Tampa Bay Buccaneers. 3 First Team All Pro Selections, 6 Pro Bowls. 37 Interceptions, 9.5 Quarterback Sacks, 85 PFRAV.
LeRoy Butler: 1990-2001. Green Bay Packers. 1 Super Bowl, 4 First Team All Pro Selections, 4 Pro Bowls. 38 Interceptions, 20.5 Quarterback Sacks, 111 PFRAV. Ranked #83 on Notinhalloffame.com.
+ Brian Dawkins: 1996-2011. Philadelphia Eagles, Denver Broncos. 4 First Team All Pro Selections, 9 Pro Bowls. 37 Interceptions, 26 Quarterback Sacks, 140 PFRAV. Ranked #7 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Rodney Harrison: 1994-2008. San Diego Chargers, New England Patriots. 2 Super Bowls, 2 First Team All Pro Selections, 2 Pro Bowls. 34 Interceptions, 30.5 Quarterback Sacks, 92 PFRAV.
Ty Law: 1995-2009. New England Patriots, New York Jets, Kansas City Chiefs, Denver Broncos. 3 Super Bowls, 5 Pro Bowls. 53 Interceptions, 5 Quarterback Sacks, 113 PFRAV. Ranked #48 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Albert Lewis: 1983-1998. Kansas City Chiefs, Los Angeles/Oakland Raiders. 2 First Team All Pro Selections, 4 Pro Bowls. 42 Interceptions, 12.5 Quarterback Sacks, 108 PFRAV.
* John Lynch: 1993-2007. Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Denver Broncos. 1 Super Bowl, 9 Pro Bowls. 26 Interceptions, 13 Quarterback Sacks, 118 PFRAV. Ranked #42 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Frank Minnifield: 1984-1992. Cleveland Browns. 1 First Team All Pro Selection, 4 Pro Bowls. 20 Interceptions, 71 PFRAV.
+ Bob Sanders: 2004-2011. Indianapolis Colts, Dan Diego Chargers. 1 Super Bowl, 2 First Team All Pro Selections, 2 Pro Bowls. 6 Interceptions, 34 PFRAV.
Darren Sharper: 1997-2010. Green Bay Packers, Minnesota Vikings, New Orleans Saints 63 Interceptions, 7.5 Quarterback Sacks, 118 PFRAV. 1 Super Bowl, 2 First Team All Pro Selections, 5 Pro Bowls. Ranked #79 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Dennis Smith: 1981-1994. Denver Broncos. 6 Pro Bowls. 30 Interceptions, 15 Quarterback Sacks, 98 PFRAV.
Troy Vincent: 1992-2006. Miami Dolphins, Philadelphia Eagles, Buffalo Bills, Washington Redskins. 1 First Team All Pro Selection, 5 Pro Bowls. 47 Interceptions, 5.5 Quarterback Sacks, 118 PFRAV.
Everson Walls: 1981-1993. Dallas Cowboys, New York Giants, Cleveland Browns. 1 Super Bowl, 1 First Team All Pro Selection, 4 Pro Bowls. 57 Interceptions, 3 Quarterback Sacks, 105 PFRAV.
Darren Woodson: 1992-2003. Dallas Cowboys. 3 Super Bowls, 3 First Team All Pro Selections, 5 Pro Bowls. 23 Interceptions, 11 Quarterback Sacks, 96 PFRAV.
Kickers/Punters:
Morten Andersen: 1982-2007. New Orleans Saints, Atlanta Falcons, New York Giants, Kansas City Chiefs, Minnesota Vikings. 2 First Team All Pro Selections, 7 Pro Bowls. 565 Field Goals Made, 849 Extra Points Made, 97 PFRAV. Ranked #62 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Gary Anderson: 1982-2004. Pittsburgh Steelers, San Francisco 49ers, Minnesota Vikings, Tennessee Titans. 1 First Team All Pro Selection, 4 Pro Bowls. 538 Field Goals Made, 820 Extra Points Made, 91 PFRAV.
Sean Landeta: 1985-2005. New York Giants, Los Angeles/St. Louis Rams, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Green Bay Packers, Philadelphia Eagles. 2 Super Bowls, 3 First Team All Pro Selections, 2 Pro Bowls. 1,401 Punts, 50 PFRAV.
Nick Lowery: 1978-1994. New England Patriots, Kansas City Chiefs, New York Jets. 2 First Team All Pro Selections, 3 Pro Bowls. 383 Field Goals Made, 562 Extra Points Made, 81 PFRAV.
Special Teams:
Brian Mitchell: 1990-2003. Washington Redskins, Philadelphia Eagles, New York Giants. 1 Super Bowl, 1 Pro Bowl. 4,999 Punt Return Yards, 9 Punt Return Touchdowns, 14,014 Kick Return Yards, 4 Kick Return Touchdowns, 1,967 Rushing Yards, 12 Rushing Touchdowns, 2,336 Receiving Yards, 4 Receiving Touchdowns, 49 PFRAV.
Steve Tasker: 1985-1997. Houston Oilers, Buffalo Bills. 779 Receiving Yards, 9 Receiving Touchdowns, 7 PFRAV. Ranked #86 on Notinhalloffame.com.
Coaches:
Don Coryell: 1973-1986. St. Louis Cardinals, San Diego Chargers. 111-83-1 Record, 3-6 Playoff Record.
Bill Cowher: 1992-2006. Pittsburgh Steelers. 161-99-1 Record, 12-9 Playoff Record, 1 Super Bowl.
Tom Flores: 1979-1987, 1992-1994. Oakland/Los Angeles Raiders, Seattle Seahawks. 97-87 Record, 8-3 Playoff Record, 2 Super Bowls.
Mike Holmgren: 1992-2008. Green Bay Packers, Seattle Seahawks. 161-111 Record, 13-11 Playoff Record, 1 Super Bowl.
Jimmy Johnson: 1989-1999. Dallas Cowboys, Miami Dolphins. 80-64 Record, 9-4 Playoff Record, 2 Super Bowls.
Chuck Knox: 1973-1994. Los Angels Rams, Buffalo Bills, Seattle Seahawks. 186-147-1 Record, 7-11 Playoff Record.
Buddy Parker: 1949-1964. Chicago Cardinals, Detroit Lions, Pittsburgh Steelers. 104-75-9 Record, 3-1 Playoff Record.
Richie Petitbon: 1981-1992. Washington Redskins (Defensive Coordinator)
Dan Reeves: 1981-2003. Denver Broncos, New York Giants, Atlanta Falcons. 190-165-2 Record. 11-9 Playoff Record.
Clark Shaughnessy: 1948-1949. Los Angeles Rams. 1951-1962. Chicago Bears (Defensive Coordinator)
Dick Vermeil: 1976-1982, 1997-1999, 2001-2005. Philadelphia Eagles, St. Louis Cardinals, Kansas City Chiefs. 120-109 Record, 6-5 Playoff Record, 1 Super Bowl.
Please note that we do not rank Coaches.
With the large amount of players it is hard to perceive that there are any snubs, which there isn’t.
In November this group of 97 Modern Era Nominees will be reduced to 18. In January of 2017, it will be shrunk to 15. They will join the Senior Finalist and Contributor Finalists and on February 4, the day before the Super Bowl, the respective committees will decide the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2017.
You know we will be paying attention!
Meet Haley Reagan, our new spokes model!
Sep 11, 2016
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Every great website needs an identity, and we here at Notinhalloffame.com and The Fictitious Athlete Hall of Fame decided to go one step further.
We have found ourselves a spokes model, and just in time, as we will be unveiling the Finals for the 2016 FAHOF Class.
Out of Wilmington, North Carolina, we would like to present to you Haley Reagan, an avid sports and pop culture buff who knows how to grill a perfect t-bone and pair it with just the right beer…but enough from us.
Let’s let Haley tell you about herself!
I grew up in Wisconsin. I think that despite what people think about the Midwest, or WI in particular, it’s the best place to be from. I once read this thing on Facebook that said Wisconsin girls are the ones you take home to meet your mom, but can out-drink your dad, which couldn’t be more true.
A large influence in my life was my brother, Mason, who served as a U.S. Marine. He and his best friends taught me pretty much everything I needed to know about growing up. Things like how to throw a punch and shotgun a beer, but also what friendship means, and the fine line between right and wrong. This is starting to sound like a country song… I sincerely apologize.
They also sparked my love for sports; I was the water girl for their football team growing up and loved every minute of it. The worst part was I wanted to get out there and play but my mom wouldn’t let me. I’ll never let her live that down!
Sports are a big part of my life. I look forward to different parts of the year based on seasons and play-offs. Life is just really complicated sometimes, and sports aren’t that bad. There are rules and guidelines, but for the most part it’s just up to who played better that day. Nice and simple. Plus, you can always disappear from reality for a bit watching Aaron Rodgers throw a hail-mary, or Cam Newton run in a touchdown. It’s constant, and sometimes that’s nice.
We asked Haley very pertinent questions revolving around the world of sports, fictional sports and what is the perfect beer pairing.
What is your favorite sports movie and why?
Well, this is easy. I grew up watching The Replacements with my brother almost every day. I loved it because of the same reason most guys do –
Annabell. She wasn’t just super hot, but she knew football & was a daddy’s girl, I really identified with her. And of course I love it because of Falco. Everybody loves an underdog, and he epitomizes that role. His character represented an all-out good guy, and great football player. And he wins! He gets the girl and wins the game… what more can you ask for?
What is your ideal sporting event to attend live?
A GB Packers vs. Carolina Panthers game. I was born in GB but have been living in the Carolinas for almost 5 years. It’s sort of like the Packers are my main squeeze but the Panthers are my side chick I can’t break it off with. I just have a soft spot for them. Ultimately I would wish for a Packer win though, if I had to choose.
Who is your favorite sports team in each major sport?
I like to keep it local. Green Bay Packers for football, All of my aunts, uncles, and cousins still live there and it’s a huge part of my family and who I am.
Baseball it’s the Brewers, because, well, have you ever tailgated at a Brewer’s game before? Yeah, shit gets wild. I know that is a bad reason…But they are the only baseball team I’ve really been able to watch. You don’t really have to expect a whole lot from them but a good time.
As far as basketball, let me premise this by saying I have really strong feelings about basketball. I get really angry watching it, but that is because I’m used to contact sports where people can handle a nudge or a shove, and it makes me CRAZY that basketball players fly back and throw their hands up every time someone looks their way. Anyway, I really have enjoyed watching the Golden State Warriors and seeing Steph Curry do his thing. I think he’s awesome for the game, and I’m all about heart – which that guy definitely has.
Hockey, now this is going to seem like it’s coming from left-field but the Philadelphia Flyers. I’ve had a chance to go to plenty of their games, and I love the atmosphere. Part of what I love about a team is their fanbase…
I get real deep and ask myself, what do I want to be a part of?
For Hockey, it’s the Flyers. If you really look into their history of being the most badass bunch of dudes in the NHL, it’s both interesting and exciting to me.
This season, a bit of a letdown, but the best part about sports is there’s always next season.
Golf is an easy one. Rory McIlroy. I just love the guy. I think he’s got so much talent, and such a way about him. He has the ability to conquer the game better than anyone because he’s got control of his thoughts (for the most part). That’s the secret after all, it’s a head game.
It has to be asked. What is the best beer to watch sports with?
Why thank you for asking. If I’m back home in WI, it’s Spotted Cow from New Glarus Brewing Co. (I’ll be expecting my free case, thank you!). But, since moving to the Carolinas I’ve taken on another favorite, Yuengling. For those of you who aren’t familiar, it’s not a Chinese beer. I only say that because I actually went to a bar the few first months I was down here and asked for “That Chinese beer” and got a look like I had seven heads. Hey, not every moment is a proud one. But yeah, Yuengling is a great game-day beer without question.
The 2016 Basketball Hall of Fame Class is inducted!
Sep 10, 2016
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It is Basketball Hall of Fame weekend and dare we say that this is perhaps our favorite group since we started our site six years ago.
How can it not be as the top three players on our list, Shaquille O’Neal, Allen Iverson and Yao Ming, were all selected, and it is hard to think of a triumvirate as different as those three.
Despite there being three first ballot Hall of Famers, there shouldn’t be a question as to which one is the headliner; it is the man who is also the biggest.
Shaquille O’Neal came into the NBA as the first overall draft pick in 1992, and the LSU Tiger did not disappoint. Instantly, the new Center for the Orlando Magic was a worldwide phenomenon and he took the Magic to the NBA Finals in 1995. O’Neal would sign with the Los Angeles Lakers later as a free agent and lead them to three NBA Championships, and would later help the Miami Heat win their first title. Shaq’s trophy chest contains an MVP, 15 All Star Game appearances, 8 First Team All NBA Selections, 2 Second Team All NBA Selections, 4 Third Team All NBA Selections and 2 Scoring Titles.
O’Neal currently is 7th all time in Points, 7th in Blocks and 13th in Rebounds. He remains a public figure on television most notably with his work on TNT’s Basketball broadcasts.
During the ceremony, O’Neal had the line of the night, thanking Kobe Bryant; “A guy that would push me and help me win three titles in a row (and) he would also help me get pushed off the team and traded to Miami”
While O’Neal was the headliner, Allen Iverson was clearly had the most entertaining speech of the evening.
In a 31 minute monologue, “A.I” covered everything from Michael Jordan, Biggie Smalls, Tupac and Dave Chapelle and reminded everyone why he was not just a basketball superstar but also an urban icon.
Known mostly for his exploits with the Philadelphia 76ers, “The Answer” took the Sixers to the 2001 NBA Finals, the same season he won the MVP. The former Georgetown Hoya won four scoring titles and was named to seven All NBA Teams (three First, three Second and one Third) and was an 11 Time All Star. Iverson also led the NBA in steals three times.
Yao Ming, from China, becomes the first Chinese player to enter the Hall of Fame. Largely considered responsible for the basketball boom in China, Ming starred for the Houston Rockets and was chosen an All NBA Second Team member twice and went to eight All Star Games. The 7’ 6’’ Ming remains a basketball ambassador in China. Ming took China to three FIBA Asian Championships.
While there was no doubt that these three were the stars of the show, the Basketball Hall of Fame welcomed many more to Springfield, Massachusetts.
Current Michigan State Men’s Basketball Coach, Tom Izzo was also inducted. Izzo currently has a 524-205 record and took the Spartans to the 2000 NCAA Title. He is also a former AP College Coach of the Year.
Sheryl Swoopes is this year’s female entrant. Swoopes was the first WNBA signee, and won three WNBA MVPS and three Olympic Gold Medals.
Chicago Bulls owner, Jerry Reinsdorf who presided over the Bulls dynasty of the 1990’s was also officially inducted.
The remaining inductees of this years class were 27 year veteran referee, Darrel Garretson, Early African-American Selection, Cumberland Posey, John McLendon, who is entering for the second time as a coach (he was previously inducted as a contributor) and Zelmo Beaty, who is a member of the all-time ABA Team.
We here at Notinhalloffame.com would like to congratulate this class and we look forward to continuing the debate as to who should go in next!
How can it not be as the top three players on our list, Shaquille O’Neal, Allen Iverson and Yao Ming, were all selected, and it is hard to think of a triumvirate as different as those three.
Despite there being three first ballot Hall of Famers, there shouldn’t be a question as to which one is the headliner; it is the man who is also the biggest.
Shaquille O’Neal came into the NBA as the first overall draft pick in 1992, and the LSU Tiger did not disappoint. Instantly, the new Center for the Orlando Magic was a worldwide phenomenon and he took the Magic to the NBA Finals in 1995. O’Neal would sign with the Los Angeles Lakers later as a free agent and lead them to three NBA Championships, and would later help the Miami Heat win their first title. Shaq’s trophy chest contains an MVP, 15 All Star Game appearances, 8 First Team All NBA Selections, 2 Second Team All NBA Selections, 4 Third Team All NBA Selections and 2 Scoring Titles.
O’Neal currently is 7th all time in Points, 7th in Blocks and 13th in Rebounds. He remains a public figure on television most notably with his work on TNT’s Basketball broadcasts.
During the ceremony, O’Neal had the line of the night, thanking Kobe Bryant; “A guy that would push me and help me win three titles in a row (and) he would also help me get pushed off the team and traded to Miami”
While O’Neal was the headliner, Allen Iverson was clearly had the most entertaining speech of the evening.
In a 31 minute monologue, “A.I” covered everything from Michael Jordan, Biggie Smalls, Tupac and Dave Chapelle and reminded everyone why he was not just a basketball superstar but also an urban icon.
Known mostly for his exploits with the Philadelphia 76ers, “The Answer” took the Sixers to the 2001 NBA Finals, the same season he won the MVP. The former Georgetown Hoya won four scoring titles and was named to seven All NBA Teams (three First, three Second and one Third) and was an 11 Time All Star. Iverson also led the NBA in steals three times.
Yao Ming, from China, becomes the first Chinese player to enter the Hall of Fame. Largely considered responsible for the basketball boom in China, Ming starred for the Houston Rockets and was chosen an All NBA Second Team member twice and went to eight All Star Games. The 7’ 6’’ Ming remains a basketball ambassador in China. Ming took China to three FIBA Asian Championships.
While there was no doubt that these three were the stars of the show, the Basketball Hall of Fame welcomed many more to Springfield, Massachusetts.
Current Michigan State Men’s Basketball Coach, Tom Izzo was also inducted. Izzo currently has a 524-205 record and took the Spartans to the 2000 NCAA Title. He is also a former AP College Coach of the Year.
Sheryl Swoopes is this year’s female entrant. Swoopes was the first WNBA signee, and won three WNBA MVPS and three Olympic Gold Medals.
Chicago Bulls owner, Jerry Reinsdorf who presided over the Bulls dynasty of the 1990’s was also officially inducted.
The remaining inductees of this years class were 27 year veteran referee, Darrel Garretson, Early African-American Selection, Cumberland Posey, John McLendon, who is entering for the second time as a coach (he was previously inducted as a contributor) and Zelmo Beaty, who is a member of the all-time ABA Team.
We here at Notinhalloffame.com would like to congratulate this class and we look forward to continuing the debate as to who should go in next!
The Hockey HOF TBD section has been updated
Sep 09, 2016
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Many of our regular visitors are aware that in our Hockey section, we put up active players who are on the downside of their career. The reason we do this is that for the Hockey Hall of Fame, retired players are eligible after only three years and the “HOF Clock” begins much sooner.
As such, we have added additional active players to our TBD (to be determined) list.
They are as follows:
Chris Kunitz, a former First Team NHL Star and three time Stanley Cup Champion.
Daniel Sedin, a former Art Ross Trophy Winner.
Dany Heatley, a former Calder Trophy winner and First Team All Star.
Francois Beauchemin, a former Stanley Cup Champion and Second Team All Star.
Henrik Sedin, a former Hart Trophy and Art Ross Trophy Winner.
Martin Havlat, a former two time All Star.
Ryan Miller, a former Vezina Trophy Winner.
They join existing players, Alex Tanguay, Andrei Markov, Brian Campbell, Dan Boyle, Eric Brewer, Jarome Iginla, Jaromir Jagr, Joe Thornton, Marian Hossa, Mark Streit, Mike Ribeiro, Niklas Backstrom, Patrik Elias, Patrick Marleau, Pavel Datsyuk, Roberto Luongo, Shane Doan, Shawn Horcoff, Simon Gagne, Stephane Robidas and Zdeno Chara.
You know what we want you to do!
Take a look at this crop of potential Hockey Hall of Fame inductees and tell us if they belong in Toronto.
As always, we here at Notinhalloffame.com thank you for your support!
As such, we have added additional active players to our TBD (to be determined) list.
They are as follows:
Chris Kunitz, a former First Team NHL Star and three time Stanley Cup Champion.
Daniel Sedin, a former Art Ross Trophy Winner.
Dany Heatley, a former Calder Trophy winner and First Team All Star.
Francois Beauchemin, a former Stanley Cup Champion and Second Team All Star.
Henrik Sedin, a former Hart Trophy and Art Ross Trophy Winner.
Martin Havlat, a former two time All Star.
Ryan Miller, a former Vezina Trophy Winner.
They join existing players, Alex Tanguay, Andrei Markov, Brian Campbell, Dan Boyle, Eric Brewer, Jarome Iginla, Jaromir Jagr, Joe Thornton, Marian Hossa, Mark Streit, Mike Ribeiro, Niklas Backstrom, Patrik Elias, Patrick Marleau, Pavel Datsyuk, Roberto Luongo, Shane Doan, Shawn Horcoff, Simon Gagne, Stephane Robidas and Zdeno Chara.
You know what we want you to do!
Take a look at this crop of potential Hockey Hall of Fame inductees and tell us if they belong in Toronto.
As always, we here at Notinhalloffame.com thank you for your support!