All Rights Reserved. Peppers is the other potential first-ballot candidate in next year's class following a dominant career with the Carolina Panthers, Chicago Bears and Green Bay Packers. Casper played 14 seasons and barely compiled half of Gronkowskis stats. I imagine voting for him is the easy part of the process for the voters. The CFP will expand to 12 teams starting with the 2024 season. Plunkett, 2 time Super Bowl winner and the first Hispanic to ever be named Super Bowl MVP, in the Hall of Fame? Peppers was a nine-time Pro Bowler who made the 2010s All-Decade Team after racking up 159.5 career sacks. 2004-2023 CBS Interactive. Can you name the MLB players to be on the 2024 unofficial Hall Of Fame (HOF) ballot? Comment. Antonio Gates is another shoo-in first-ballot Hall of Famer. Readers just need it. Not a member? March 30, 2019 at 5:20 pm. A game-changing weapon, Gates also ranks third among all tight ends in receiving yards (11,841) and receptions (855). Marshall was a six-time Pro Bowler who is one of less than 40 players with over 11,000 career receiving yards. Thomas was the best player at his position for a long time. I am a Packer fan and there are lots of WRs who need get in before Nelson. See terms at draftkings.com/sportsbook. Freeney had a dominant stretch from his rookie season in 2002 through 2011 before becoming a journeyman who played for five teams in six seasons. Pro Football Network, LLC. Please see our Contributors and Sources page for data source details. He should also make it into the Hall of Fame after falling short as a two-time finalist. Adrin Beltr highlights the first-time eligibles for 2024. He is not Tony G, Antonio Gate, or Jason Witten. Peppers is in. Haloti probably had 85 lbs on him and was no slouch!!!! Void in ONT. The game will feature Morehouse College and Virginia Union University. Casper started 101 games at tight end and Francis started nearly 150 (148) games. Gronk blows him away. Here's a look at the players who will be eligible for the first time. Francis was a nice player but he couldnt stay on the field and is not in the conversation with Dave Casper. The answer is Gronk and its not even close to being close. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. If you ask me to officially grant him entry, he's in. He totaled 3,166 hits and 477 home runs in a 21-year career. Tight end Rob Gronkowski was initially eligible for the class of 2024 and would have been a likely first ballot choice, but his eligibility was pushed back when he came out of retirement in 2020 to play for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The group is highlighted by Luke Kuechly and Marshal Yanda, who are the favorites to be enshrined in Canton. Luck never qualified for a Super Bowl, but did carry the Colts to the AFC Championship Game in 2014, a 45-7 defeat to the historic. The former Bears great was a three-time first-team All-Pro and four-time Pro Bowler, in addition to earning a spot on the NFLs 100th Anniversary All-Time Team and being a member of both the 2000s and 2010s All-Decade Teams. Pro Football Network strives to passionately deliver purposeful, captivating, and exceptional football content. His best argument is that he had eight consecutive seasons with at least 1,188 yards and led the NFL twice in receiving yards. Few states may be more critical in 2024 than Arizona. Gronks health should keep him out, for at least a few years. March 30, 2019 at 6:55 am Another interesting name on the list is QB Andrew Luck, who was on a Hall of Fame track before abruptly retiring prior to the 2019 season. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc. site: media | arena: nfl | pageType: stories | In addition to the list below, review the all-time best players for each team, and the all-time best players at each position. He is not Tony G, Antonio Gate, or Jason Witten. As far as Casper is concerned, he was a very good player in his day, slightly better than Russ Francis, who was a superior blocker, but not in this same class the GOA(TE). Weve broken down the 10 most likely candidates to hear their names to make the cut. But they arent even sniffing the title of all-time greats. The latest in the sports world, emailed daily. Freeney, who finished his career with 125.5 sacks (26th all-time), was a finalist in his first season as an eligible candidate for 2023 but fell short. Do you have a blog? Seymour's Pro Football Hall of Fame prospects in 2022 may actually benefit from a backlog itself. The dust has settled on the 2023 Baseball Hall of Fame vote. For me, though, that's is it in terms of first-ballot guys. There's almost no chance that Luck is ever inducted, given the fact that he played in just 86 regular-season games. Predicting the 2024 Pro Football Hall Of Fame Class, NFL MVP Award Patrick Mahomes Named Winner for 2022-2023 Season, At Long Last, Miami Dolphins Zach Thomas is a Hall of Famer Deservedly So, Haloti Ngata, Defensive Tackle (2006-2018), Brandon Marshall, Wide Receiver (2006-2018). None of them is likely to be a first-ballot Hall of Famer, though. Youve now completed your Big Board, but if you want to save it youll need to become a TDN Premium member. They were good players; even great for a short period of time. Copyright 2019-2023. AP college football: . If he gets in everyone should get in. section: | slug: 2024-pro-football-hall-of-fame-lookahead-andrew-luck-julius-peppers-among-first-time-eligible-players | sport: football | route: article_single.us | Learn how your comment data is processed. Next. Add Kellen Winslow, Keith Jackson, Jackie Smith, John Mackey, Mike Ditka and Ozzie Newsome to the list of people you want to set your DeLorean to go back and seeBTW -these guys did it with head slaps and getting molested at the line of scrimmage in contrast Gronk and todays other great tight ends are wearing flags. And this right here is the problem with you sports writers and hype machines of today. This site is not endorsed by, sponsored by, or affiliated with these schools or teams. He made four first-team All-Pro rosters and seven Pro Bowls. He is only 29. FIVE TIMES. Rested and healed he will answer the call. Anderson, who won league MVP while leading the Bengals to their first Super Bowl berth, was the only quarterback who was chosen as a senior finalist last year. The former No. Luck, 33, is the most . With the 2023 Pro Football of Fame induction class set to be announced later today at the NFL Honors ceremony, theres no better time to look ahead at the players who could eligible for next years class. Injury prone players (rightfully) have a tough time. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); 2023 Draft Network. It was an appropriate kickstart to what would become a prestigious NFL career. Youre really gonna play the todays stat card vs a 1970s player and claim victory? Players Eligible for the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2024. Now that the 2023 Pro Football Hall of Fame class has been announced, it is time to start to looking ahead to the new list of eligibles for the 2024 class. But Luck suffered an abundance of recurring injuries that robbed the public of what appeared to be a historic career in the making. Honestly, I can't imagine what the knock against Revis would be. All players who remain eligible from the 2023 Ballot and all players who retired following the 2018 season with ten plus seasons in the major leagues and a score of ten or more in the HOF Monitor are included below. I would be willing to bet that if you asked DBs who played against Jordy Nelson if they thought he was a Hall Of Fame player, the great majority of them would say yes. He was a six-time All-Pro. Julius Peppers, EDGE (2002-2018) Antonio Gates, Tight End (2003-2018) Eric Berry, Safety (2010-2018) He was a star basketball player at Kent State but was still able to impress the Chargers enough at a workout to sign him to a contract. To counter an above comment, you absolutely could make a case for Haloti Ngata (5 PBs, 2 All Pros), though I think he ultimately falls a bit short. PFN is faster. The 2023 Pro Football Hall of Fame class was revealed during Thursday's NFL Honors event. Peppers (a nine-time Pro Bowler) tallied 159.5 career sacks across his 10-year career. It's weird that special teams has so little representation in the Hall of Fame, given that you hear NFL coaches say they need to win in all three phases of the game all the time. He is a good player, but at his best he was 2nd to Jimmy Graham as a receiver. I've tried. Then stop with this best ever stuff. Injuries robbed baseball and the New York Mets of witnessing David Wright's full career and likely much consideration up in Cooperstown, too. As to who actually makes it in, well, we'll all find out together during NFL Honors, which takes place at 9 p.m. Kevin Walter? Is Joe Thomas as close to a lock as there is in the crop of 15 modern-era finalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame's Class of 2023? He is not Tony G, Antonio Gate, or Jason Witten. He went on to become a seven-time Pro Bowl participant and a three-time first-team All-Pro. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. Casper was a bowling ball on wheels once he turned up field. . Question, Comment, Feedback, or Correction? He was a dominant force even when defenses knew where the ball was going. Jordy Nelson was a wonderful player. We present them here for purely educational purposes. Carlos Beltrn - A nine-time All-Star, Beltrn's on-paper statistics are Hall of Fame worthy. Didnt matter who had him linebacker, safety it was always a mismatch. But Willis will take on that role of waiting for his turn. Why isn't punter Shane Lechler on the list , best punter other than Ray Guy. Threadgill earned his academic honor while holding a cumulative GPA of 3.54 through five semesters in the Belk College of Business as a . Stroud 2023 NFL Draft profile, scouting report, Eagles' Sirianni makes pitch to keep Hargrave in Philly. Will Brett Baty make the Mets Opening Day roster? Adrin Beltr (93.5 WAR) - 3,166 hits, 477 home runs, five . 2024 BBWAA Ballot (Unofficial) Table. ET on Thursday, and which will air on NBC, Peacock and NFL Network. Willis finished with seven Pro Bowl nods, five first-team All-Pro nominations, the 2007 AP Defensive Rookie of the Year Award, and he made the All-2010s Team. Gates spent his entire 16-year career with the Los Angeles Chargers. - Charlotte hoops student-athletes Jackson Threadgill and Josh Aldrich earned College Sports Communicators Academic All-District acclaim, the organization announced Tuesday afternoon. polksaladandy says: Holt has a strong rsum after being at least solid in each of his 11 years played. Peppers remained a highly-effective quarterback hunter until the end. Andrew Luck is eligible for the Pro Football Hall of Fame's Class of 2024. His best season came in 2009 when Gates tallied 1,157 receiving yards and eight touchdowns for the Chargers. Register now! First-time eligibles for the Pro Football Hall of Fame, Class of 2024 include Julius Peppers, Antonio Gates, Eric Berry . He will play again when called. In total, he had 10 seasons with a double-digit sack total, the last of which came in 2017, his penultimate season in the NFL. Im a Packers fan. Gates. Why isn't Raiders Quarterback Jim *Other 2024 Pro Football Hall of Fame first-year candidates include Eric Berry, Jamaal Charles, Haloti Ngata, Phil Dawson, and Brandon Marshall. Darrelle Revis, Joe Thomas highlight Pro Football Hall of Fame class of 2023, Patrick Mahomes is already a Hall of Fame lock, The 'Super Bowl XXIX San Diego Chargers' quiz, Ravens GM addresses potential Lamar Jackson signing, Avalanche acquire Lars Eller from Capitals for second-round pick, Jalen Carter releases statement on arrest warrant, Insider reveals why Odell Beckham Jr. didn't play during 2022 season, Odds on Tiger Woods to win the Masters getting shorter, Arrest warrant out for potential No. The only way those other four should get in is with the free pass the NFL gives to all of its players. We have tools and resources that can help you use sports data. Gronk the true Pats fans thank you !!!!! With Peyton Manning, Charles Woodson and Calvin Johnson eligible for the Hall next year, we could have as many as three first-ballot inductees -- which is what happened in 2018-19. 2023 NFL Enterprises LLC. Fans can vote daily through April 28 at vote.rockhall.com. Copyright 2000-2023 Sports Reference LLC. March 30, 2019 at 5:20 pm. Offensive tackle Joe Thomas, linebackers Zach Thomas, DeMarcus Ware, and Chuck Howley, cornerbacks Darrelle Revis, Ronde Barber, and Ken Riley, defensive lineman Joe Klecko, and coach Don Coryell each earned their way into the Hall of Fame. Also a member of the 2010s All-Decade Team, Gates was a Pro Bowler for eight straight years. Guess who wasnt on an all decade team? San Francisco 49ers linebacker Patrick Willis had a relatively short career, retiring at 29 years old after his eighth NFL season. <p>What an atrocity.</p> What an atrocity. The only thing that may keep Beltrn out of Cooperstown is the role that he played in the 2017 Houston Astros sign-stealing scandal. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (CO/IL/IN/LA/MD/MI/NJ/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS/NH), 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888-532-3500(VA). Some may hold Gronks relatively short career 115 games in nine seasons against him, but theres not a strong case against putting him in the Hall of Fame as well. Anderson earned three first-team All-Pro nominations and four Pro Bowls. Berry's former teammate in Kansas City, Charles retired with a whopping 5.4 yards-per-carry average. Next year's National Baseball Hall of Fame ballot is chock-full of legendary names. Tradeable picks in the Mock Draft Machine. With Terrell Davis and Kurt Warner now in the hall of fame, longevity is no longer a criteria. The dust hasn't even begun to settle on Tuesday's outrage-inducing voting results for the Baseball Hall of Fame, but let's take a stab at predicting the coming years of the BBWAA ballot. 1 draft pick, Caserio looking to build new foundation with Ryans, Carroll: Smith's self-belief was key to success, Reid describes key decisions in Super Bowl LVII, Peppers, Gronk should highlight the 2024 Hall of Fame class, Aaron Rodgers has concluded his darkness retreat, Lamar Jacksons camp leaks some information to Stephen A. Smith, Report: Derek Carr wants $35 million per year, Darkness retreat over, decision time arrives for Aaron Rodgers, Michael Irvins lawyer is mad as hell that Marriott refuses to produce surveillance video, Former Chiefs teammates rip LeSean McCoy, defend Eric Bieniemy, Tua Tagovailoa turns to Judo to avoid head injuries when falling, XFL 3.0 debuts to significantly lower ratings than XFL 2.0. Subscribe to Stathead Football: Get your first month FREEYour All-Access Ticket to the Pro Football Reference Database. The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. I have tremendous respect for both of them for the way they played the game. The biggest argument in Peppers' favor is the simple fact his 159.5 sacks place him fifth on the unofficial leaderboard (tracked since 1960) and fourth on the NFL's official leaderboard (officially tracked since 1982). Or write about sports? 10:14 am ET, Agent's Take: Rodgers' trade value, logistics, best fit, McCarthy: Rodgers is still playing top-level football, Bengals GM non-committal about Joe Mixon's future, C.J. Here are the four key states to watch in 2024: Arizona. He will be in the HOF on the first ballot, but not in 5 years. rockemsockemrobots says: Casper played 14 seasons and barely compiled half of Gronkowskis stats. Allen is tied for 16th with 136 sacks in his career and led the NFL in two seasons in that category. USA TODAY. Posted by Roberta Aguirre on 08/12/2022 @ 22:32pm, I thought Eric Berry was already in the NFL HOF, Posted by Peter B Fuller on 07/21/2022 @ 08:20am. Gates changed the way the tight end position was viewed and utilized. Injury prone players (rightfully) have a tough time. The Class of 2022 may not have the same star power that the combined Class . A game-changing weapon, Gates also ranks third among all tight ends in receiving yards (11,841) and receptions (855). The group is highlighted by Julius Peppers and Antonio Gates, who are the favorites to be enshrined in Canton. The GOP used state ballot initiatives banning same-sex marriage to juice turnout, including in the critical state of Ohio. Players Eligible for the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2025. Lamar Jackson rumors: Tracking the latest free agency news and updates, The Business of Sports: Inside Dan Snyders alleged loan, Pennzoil 400 entry list: Full field of drivers for 2023 race, Report: Red Wings, Dylan Larkin agree to contract extension before deadline. Next year, make way for another star third baseman. As to which receiver makes it, your guess is as good as mine. Please play responsibly. He spent his entire career with the Colts, posting seven consecutive seasons with at least 1,055 yards. While 30 years ago the Raiders were considered one of the more storied franchises in the league, theyve since been rendered second class citizens along with the Dolphins and Broncos, far behind the Mount Rushmore that is NE, PITT, DAL and SF. Next years class of newly eligible stars isnt the strongest, so it appears to be a good time to clear some of the backlog of great candidates. , Gates leads all tight ends in touchdowns with 116 end-zone visits. Suggest you compare their receiving numbers. Ben Watson that is hilarious was he ever even a pro bowl alternate lol. Julius Peppers and Rob Gronkowski are likely to highlight the 2024 enshrinement class at the Pro Football Hall of Fame. All logos are the trademark & property of their owners and not Sports Reference LLC. What did he do to you, other than disagree? Two players who have retired this offseason should be first-ballot Hall of Famers. There are a few guys in the HOF with truncated careers and non-eye-popping numbers so him going in is a no-brainer but first ballot? The reason he flew under the radar to me is because he was like Larry Fitzgerald. He also scored six defensive touchdowns. We use cookies and other tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience on our site, show personalized content and targeted ads, analyze site traffic, and understand where our audiences come from. The problem? Art McNally was announced Tuesday as the contributor finalist for the Hall of Fame Class of 2022. Then half of Gronks games is he was a dominate blocker!!! NFL footage NFL Productions LLC. Updated: Feb 28, 2023 / 10:34 AM EST. Nevertheless, Hester changed how special teams were viewed and is undoubtedly the best to ever return punts. So, who will be part of next year's Hall of Fame class? March 30, 2019 at 11:06 pm, Why would anyone compare Dave Casper to Rob Gronkowski? Peppers played for three franchises the Carolina Panthers, Chicago Bears, and Green Bay Packers. The following list of players retired after the 2018 season and will become eligible for the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2024. Peppers and Gronk will highlight the class of 2024. As to who actually makes it in, well, we'll all find out . 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. ESPN + Continue reading this article and more from top writers, for . The next Packer in the HOF should be LeRoy Butler, an all-decade player in the 1990s. It must be that much more painful that the Patriots launched their unprecedented dynasty at the expense of the OAK/LA/OAK/LV Raiders. Players who last played in 2018 will be eligible for the first time in 2024. We take an early look at the best candidates to join the Hall of Fame in 2024. and he was voted in during his first year on the ballot. Plus, of the Hall-of-Fame eligible players ahead of him in . The following list of players retired after the 2018 season and will become eligible for the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2024. Ngata, Williams, Watson and Nelson have zero shot at the Hall lol. If Gronk ends up really retiring the only knock against him is the length of his career. Antonio Gates is another shoo-in first-ballot Hall of Famer. Did you know that Casper was an All American offensive lineman (tackle) at Notre Dame. March 30, 2019 at 6:55 am Casper played 11 seasons 1974-84. Incorrect. ely funeral home neptune, nj; longest nfl game weather delay; cari . I remember one game against the Ravens he took there nose tackle Haloti Nata completely out of the play single handedly!!! Gates is an eight-time Pro Bowler and three-time First-Team All-Pro. Francis was never the featured receiver in his offense like Dave Casper was in Oakland-Houston and Francis was nowhere near as difficult to tackle. Adam Rank examines the field. Several high-level retirees could receive their Hall of Fame. New York Jets, 2007-2012, 2015-16; Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 2013; New England Patriots, 2014; Kansas City Chiefs, 2017. Schottenheimer won 200 games during his 21 years as an NFL head coach. I dont know. And thats okay. He had eight straight seasons with at least 704 yards and seven touchdowns. sigbouncer says: Clark Judge. First-year eligibles Ware, Mathis, and Mario Williams join Jared Allen among edge rushers in the Hall of Fame pool next year. 21+ (19+ CA-ONT) (18+ NH/WY). Luck threw for 23,671 yards and 171 touchdowns, including a 40-TD showing in 2014. 1970s first team all decade tight end. Luck made four Pro Bowl appearances and won Comeback Player of the Year honors in 2018. Luck was enjoying a Hall-of-Fame-worthy career. Heres how Big Ten hoops looks as of now, and which games will matter to determine the regular season conference champion and seedings in the Big Ten Tournament. Posted by Daniel Loiacono on 02/12/2023 @ 13:12pm. But where were the first-ballot candidates? The Hall's Board of Selectors will start the voting process in the months ahead for the 2024 class. What I do have the power to do, however, is predict which of the 15 modern-era finalists will be inducted in the Hall's Class of 2023. Hell retire for real after the Pats win #7 next February. The class of players was made up of Ronde Barber, Darrelle Revis, Joe Thomas, Zach Thomas, and DeMarcus Ware. 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. To be eligible for the Hall of Fame ballot, a player must have played 10 seasons in the big leagues and have been retired for five full seasons. You might as well say Ryan Fitzpatrick was better than Terry Bradshaw, Roger Staubach and Ken Stabler because stats. Ive heard opposing coaches say when Gronk was on the field you couldnt scheme against the Pats offense. Even these guys who were more receiver than blockier had lower yards per catch than Gronk. Call 1-800-GAMBLER (PA/OH) or 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Three former NFL players were first-ballot members of the Pro Football Hall of Fame . He was a freakishly gifted athlete and the model of consistency in the NFL. Francis numbers in San Francisco were about the same as Charley Youngs and Ken MacAfees before him. Flash in the pan is now eligible for enshrinement. Click Here To Find Out How To Test. Agreed, no doubt Gronk is one of the greats (but he benefited from the big tight end against the small corner transition), but youd think that some of these posters have only been watching football since the passing game opened up, or when the Pats became successful. Gates is an all-time Charger great and a member of the leagues 2000s All-Decade Team. The generation who grew up playing fantasy football during his prime knows: You always hated when Revis was going up against your No. Five modern-day finalists -- a group that includes likely first-ballot players Darrelle Revis and Joe Thomas -- are slated to be part of this year's class. Five modern-day finalists -- a group that includes likely first-ballot players Darrelle Revis and Joe Thomas -- are slated to be part of this year's class. The Browns will play the New York . The Gronk Party Bus Tour #2024 Stop 1, The Kanton Kegger! Willis incredibly high peak deserves a Hall of Fame spot. He's currently first all time among tight ends with 116 touchdown receptions, while his 11,841 receiving yards are the third-highest total. March 30, 2019 at 6:01 pm With this years class determined, were looking ahead to the 2024 NFL Hall of Fame candidates and possible nominees. (Well, maybe a little bit of an argument if Wayne gets in before Hester, because it would feel like Super Bowl XLI all over again.). MORE: At Long Last, Miami Dolphins Zach Thomas is a Hall of Famer Deservedly So. In 20 major league seasons, Beltrn slashed .279/.350/.486 with 435 home runs and 2,725 career hits. Im with Stu. I still dont understand why Kurt Warner is in the HOF. - Perhaps you're thinking of Raymond Berry? Along with recording 116 touchdown receptions (the most among tight ends in NFL history), Gates recorded 11,841 receiving yards across his career. Joining them on the 2024 ballot will be a mix of strong first-year candidates and holdovers hoping for a big jump in the voting. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame class of 2023 inductees will be known in May. Peppers retired with 159.5 sacks, fourth-most of all time, and every player with more than 135 sacks who is eligible for the Hall is in. Gronk was special and he went out that way making huge plays in both the AFC CG and SB. Until then, here's my best guess at the modern-era inductees: I ranked the 28 modern-era semi-finalists in November, and Thomas was my top guy. Frequently Asked Questions about the NFL and Football, Pro-Football-Reference.com Blog and Articles, Subscribe to Stathead Football: Get your first month FREE. PRO FOOTBALL NETWORK The NFL is fast. Gronk was just a player you knew would take over the game when you needed it. That wasn't the case with Scott Rolen. All rights reserved. At his peak, he was the best tight end ever to play the game, and his four first-team All-Pro selections and three Super Bowl rings easily outweigh any questions about his longevity. They are: offensive tackle Joe . 3 min read. Where Can The Bills Add Offensive Playmakers? Class of 2025. The guy did everything at a high level and time after time in game after game he made clutch plays to help his team win games. The full list of eligible players can be found here. His 138-1/2 career sacks are ninth all-time, only one behind Hall-of-Famer Jason Taylor and he was a first-ballot selection in 2017. Peppers? Luck led the Colts to three consecutive 11-win campaigns, playoff appearances, and back-to-back AFC South division titles to begin his illustrious but short-lived career. Gronks health should keep him out, for at least a few years. Mock Draft Machine Beta Testing Has Begun! Firstly, Gronk owns many NFL records for TEs (and some for all recievers) and unlike the others you mention (who dont really block much at all) he was also a top blocking TE. They both just went out and played their A game every week. Bottom line: The Class of 2025 is deep and getting deeper. Gates is the one that really stands out because he put up some truly unbelievable numbers as a tight end and was one of the most prolific players ever at the position. Berry, Charles, Marshall and Nelson are other players who may have a shot at induction in later years. Anybody who doesnt believe he should be wearing that gold jacket in five years is either consumed with hate o doesnt understand that there has never been a complete of a tight end as Gronk. Shanahan and Holmgren were head coaches in a combined five Super Bowls, with Shanahan's Broncos edging Holmgren's Packers in a thriller in Super Bowl XXXII. 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. Now that the 2023 Pro Football Hall of Fame class has been announced, it is time to start to looking ahead to the new list of eligibles for the 2024 class. I will try to keep up the positive energy, but I'm nervous. I believe stats are not the whole story when it comes to the Hall Of Fame voting. To learn more or opt-out, read our Cookie Policy. Youre basing your comparison on what Francis did in SF and ignored what he did in NE before being traded. Ryne Sandberg and Roberto . He ranks in the top 20 in hits, doubles, total bases, and games played. David Wright and Jose Reyes will become eligible for the Baseball Hall of Fame for the first time, joining Billy Wagner and Carlos Beltran, giving the ballot the semblance of a 2006-09 Mets . Welcome to The Wright Way Network's European Union Experience. By lukemaltais. The 2022 preseason opened up Thursday with the annual Pro Football Hall of Fame Game. Personally, I prefer Chris Johnson or Eddie George -- neither of whom made the semifinalist cut this year. 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