He made four first-team All-Pro rosters and seven Pro Bowls. Youre basing your comparison on what Francis did in SF and ignored what he did in NE before being traded. Every other player in the top-15 on the unofficial list is in the Hall of Fame with the exception of Terrell Suggs, who is not yet eligible. Luck is the first-ballot potential option that will ignite debates. Robert Kraft could be in line to receive a gold jacket as a contributor. Not a member? Eligibility restrictions apply. Who is first-time eligible for the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2024? Tap on other column headers to sort by name or position. The latest in the sports world, emailed daily. It was an appropriate kickstart to what would become a prestigious NFL career. 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. Theres little doubt that Peppers will be a first-ballot Hall of Famer. Absolutely. 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. The answer is Gronk and its not even close to being close. Peppers played for three franchises the Carolina Panthers, Chicago Bears, and Green Bay Packers. Neither has been a Hall-of-Fame semifinalist. The eight-time Pro Bowler and three-time first-team All-Pro selection helped usher the tight end position back into prominence during his career, finishing with 955 receptions, 11,841 receiving yards and 116 touchdowns across 16 seasons, all with the San Diego and later Los Angeles Chargers. Didnt matter who had him linebacker, safety it was always a mismatch. 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. 1 wide receiver, because said receiver was going to be shut down. But who was he fighting for targets on those Texans teams? I know Johnson led the NFL in receptions twice. I dont think Gronk has retired, as reported it will take a call from TB12 after securing a playoff berth to say lets go for ring #7. He had five 1,000-yard seasons and two more years with at least 872 yards by the time he was 30. Youve now completed your Big Board, but if you want to save it youll need to become a TDN Premium member. Ever hear of Dave Casper? But where were the first-ballot candidates? Former Panthers and Ravens great Steve Smith built a tremendous rsum throughout a 16-year career. Weve identified several candidates that should be granted immediate entry into the 2024 Pro Football Hall of Fame class. This site is not endorsed by, sponsored by, or affiliated with these schools or teams. In becoming only the 18th third baseman elected to the Hall, Rolen is also the first player in history to receive less than 17% in his first year on the Baseball Writers Association ballot and go on to eventually make it. Im with Stu. This needs attention. Peppers enjoyed 10 double-digit sack campaigns, the last of which occurred in 2017, his penultimate season in the NFL. Fans can vote daily through April 28 at vote.rockhall.com. The two names that stand out as potential first-ballot Hall of Famers for that class are former Chargers tight end Antonio Gates and Julius Peppers. 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 was first team all decade for the 1970s. 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. Suggest you compare their receiving numbers. Even these guys who were more receiver than blockier had lower yards per catch than Gronk. First-year candidates include: Julius Peppers, Antonio Gates, Eric Berry, Haloti Ngata, and Andrew Luck. Essentially a popularity contest, polksaladandy says: Getting specialists into the Hall of Fame has proven to be difficult. 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. He is not Tony G, Antonio Gate, or Jason Witten. Poor Sig understandably has an inferiority complex given how the once proud Raiders have become an afterthought when it comes to the hierarchy of NFL royalty. None of them is likely to be a first-ballot Hall of Famer, though. Scott Rolen is headed to the Hall of Fame. Welcome to The Wright Way Network's European Union Experience. 12th annual 'NFL Honors' picks: Who should win MVP? Get the latest news and rumors, customized to your favorite sports and teams. Gates. He was a six-time All-Pro. (Ichiro Suzuki's two-game Mariners cameo at the start of the 2019 season in Japan means he's not on the 2024 ballot, but will appear on the 2025 edition.) While the party has just started for this year's induction class, let's turn our attention to what the 2024 induction class could look like. Shanahan's growing coaching tree only helps his case. 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. He is not Tony G, Antonio Gate, or Jason Witten. The 2023 Pro Football Hall of Fame induction class will be announced Thursday night during NFL Honors. The group is highlighted by Julius Peppers and Antonio Gates, who are the favorites to be enshrined in Canton. If you ask me to officially grant him entry, he's in. Lucks final season was a 39-touchdown showing in 2018. You won't want to miss a moment of the 2022 season! Dwight Freeney and Julius Peppers are waiting in the wings . 3 min read. First-year eligibles Ware, Mathis, and Mario Williams join Jared Allen among edge rushers in the Hall of Fame pool next year. Did you know that once the Raiders decided to start Dave Casper in 1976 that they never lost to the Steelers Dynasty of the 1970s again with Casper. He is a good player, but at his best he was 2nd to Jimmy Graham as a receiver. Julius Peppers and Rob Gronkowski are likely to highlight the 2024 enshrinement class at the Pro Football Hall of Fame. 24) Anquan Boldin, WR (Arizona Cardinals, 2003-09; Baltimore Ravens, 2010-12; San . 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 . rockemsockemrobots says: It is never too early to look ahead and ponder who will be part of the 2024 class. Casper started 101 games at tight end and Francis started nearly 150 (148) games. (It is worth noting that some experts think that the effect, if any, it had on the race is overblown). Do you have a sports website? Gronk was just a player you knew would take over the game when you needed it. Buffalo Bills defensive coordinator Leslie Frazier is taking a year off from coaching but plans to return for the 2024 season, the team announced Tuesday. With Terrell Davis and Kurt Warner now in the hall of fame, longevity is no longer a criteria. 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. Julius Peppers spent a decade in Carolina between two stints and another seven years in Chicago and Green Bay. There has been this weird thing where he's been overlooked despite having been a first-team All-Pro five times. 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). Nelson, Williams, and Watson were just regular, consistent players, but nowhere near extraordinary enough to be in the Hall of Fame. 21+ (19+ CA-ONT) (18+ NH/WY). None of them will be in Canton. There are WRs who are in the Hall Of Fame who were not as good as Jordy Nelson was. Antonio Gates is another shoo-in first-ballot Hall of Famer. Flash in the pan is now eligible for enshrinement. Personally, I prefer Chris Johnson or Eddie George -- neither of whom made the semifinalist cut this year. All Rights Reserved. Of these players, Peppers and Gates have the best shot at being inducted in their first year of eligibility. That weak class could benefit players from the Class of 2023 who arent first-ballot inductions like Dwight Freeney, Devin Hester, Patrick Willis, and James Harrison, among others. With the Pro Football Hall of Fame's supersized 2021 Enshrinement Weekend in the books, Around the NFL's Nick Shook takes you behind the scenes at one of the most unique celebrations in NFL history. Thats not to take anything away from the accomplishments of Peppers and Gates, however, as they both put together illustrious careers that earned them sports on the 2010s All-Decade Team. Francis was a nice player but he couldnt stay on the field and is not in the conversation with Dave Casper. AP college football: . The former No. Gates is an eight-time Pro Bowler and three-time First-Team All-Pro. Youre really gonna play the todays stat card vs a 1970s player and claim victory? All of those accolades would seem to make him a slam dunk first-ballot Hall of Famer. He will be in the packer HOF. Posted by Legen House on 12/27/2022 @ 13:17pm. Jared Allen and Jim Marshall should both be in. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Peppers and Gronk will highlight the class of 2024. The nine-time Pro Bowler, three-time first-team All-Pro selection and 2002 Defensive Rookie of the Year is fourth in all-time sacks (159.5) and had 10 seasons with double-digit sacks. The Pro Football Hall of Fame is announcing its inductees for 2022 ahead of Super Bowl 56. . Ditka. Modified Nov 08, 2022 11:49 GMT. I imagine voting for him is the easy part of the process for the voters. Smith finished just one touchdown behind Wayne and is comfortably ahead of Torry Holt and Johnson. 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. The reason he flew under the radar to me is because he was like Larry Fitzgerald. Berry, Charles, Marshall and Nelson are other players who may have a shot at induction in later years. Francis has a slight edge in receptions, Casper has a notable edge in TD catches. 2 overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft was a slam-dunk decision for the Carolina Panthers. Gronk will play again at some point this year. Call 1-800-GAMBLER (PA/OH) or 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Adam Rank breaks down the Pro Football Hall of Fame's Class of 2022. Can you name the MLB players to be on the 2024 unofficial Hall Of Fame (HOF) ballot? Warners career passing numbers are similar to Steve Youngs. My gut tells me Ware and perhaps Mathis will be finalists. Injury prone players (rightfully) have a tough time. Adrin Beltr is a clearcut Hall of Fame selection. Peppers retired with 159.5 sacks, fourth-most of all time. Julius Peppers, EDGE (2002-2018) Antonio Gates, Tight End (2003-2018) Eric Berry, Safety (2010-2018) In 20 major league seasons, Beltrn slashed .279/.350/.486 with 435 home runs and 2,725 career hits. Threadgill earned his academic honor while holding a cumulative GPA of 3.54 through five semesters in the Belk College of Business as a . Adrin Beltr (93.5 WAR) - 3,166 hits, 477 home runs, five . 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. All rights reserved. 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. 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. 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, lanman11 says: Gronkowski isnt done. Casper played 11 seasons 1974-84. With Casper starting and being on the field in 50% less games should help you to understand why their career numbers are similar in receptions and yards. INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. 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. Andrew Luck, Antonio Gates and Julius Peppers are among the most high-profile names that will be under consideration for the Pro Football Hall of Fame's 2024 ballot. We present them here for purely educational purposes. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google. He's in. Sign up to receive all the latest news and annoucements. 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. SAN DIEGO (AP) Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens were rejected by baseball writers in their bids for the Baseball Hall of Fame 10 times. I could name several players at each of their positions that deserve to be in before them. Ngata, Williams, Watson and Nelson have zero shot at the Hall lol. You couldnt put in a certain defense thinking they have a tendency to run or pass, because he was such a good blocker, and a great receiving threat. 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. Smith had two sides of a great career. 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. The 2023 NFL Hall of Fame Class welcomed nine individuals into the most exclusive club in the sports annals. And this right here is the problem with you sports writers and hype machines of today. First ballot HOF for sure. First-time eligibles for the Pro Football Hall of Fame, Class of 2024 include Julius Peppers, Antonio Gates, Eric Berry . Comment. Gonzales. Please play responsibly. class was revealed during Thursdays NFL Honors event. 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. Both of them were great players who cared only about winning and not about themselves. - Perhaps you're thinking of Raymond Berry? 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 Tom Brady-led New England Patriots. Anderson earned three first-team All-Pro nominations and four Pro Bowls. By Wesley D Keefer. A game-changing weapon, Gates also ranks third among all tight ends in receiving yards (11,841) and receptions (855). He was a dominant force even when defenses knew where the ball was going. PRO FOOTBALL NETWORK The NFL is fast. The Hall's Board of Selectors will start the voting process in the months ahead for the 2024 class. Patrick Mahomes' growth as a quarterback helped drive Kansas City Chiefs to Super Bowl LVII, Philadelphia's core four: Brandon Graham, Jason Kelce, Fletcher Cox and Lane Johnson define Eagles. 2023 NFL Enterprises LLC. Why isn't Raiders Quarterback Jim But Willis will take on that role of waiting for his turn. Mock: Carter falls amid warrant, Ravens take QB, Rodgers' trade value, logistics and best fit, Best team fits for top FAs at each position, Ex-NFL GM on ramifications of Carter's arrest warrant, Jalen Carter issues statement amid charges, NFLPA issues team report cards: Commanders fail, Rodgers emerges from dark with latest on 2023 decision. Gates deserves his flowers. Why isn't punter Shane Lechler on the list , best punter other than Ray Guy. Luck threw for 23,671 yards and 171 touchdowns, including a 40-TD showing in 2014. No, was he good? Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens fell short of the required 75 percent election in their 10th and final year on the Baseball Hall of Fame ballot. The class of players was made up of Ronde Barber, Darrelle Revis, Joe Thomas, Zach Thomas, and DeMarcus Ware. Peppers, 43, offers an equally compelling case to be a first-ballot Hall of Famer. 2024 Hall of Fame lookahead: Who's headed to Canton? The NFLs all-time leader in touchdowns among tight ends and third-all-time in receptions and receiving yards, Gates had high peaks and longevity. There is a reason why Casper is both in the Hall of Fame and on the all decade team while Francis isnt on either. . Peppers is a part of the 2000s All-Decade Team and 2010s All-Decade Team. In addition to the list below, review the all-time best players for each team, and the all-time best players at each position. Gronk the true Pats fans thank you !!!!! Then half of Gronks games is he was a dominate blocker!!! Clark Judge. They didnt feel the need to pound their chests every time they made a first down. Did you know that Casper was an All American offensive lineman (tackle) at Notre Dame. I think Hester has a real chance; I think voters will fix their mistake in not letting him be a first-ballot guy last year. Gates spent his entire 16-year career with the Los Angeles Chargers. By: Matt Levine and Marissa Myers. As to who actually makes it in, well, we'll all find out . Flutie was one of the CFL's greatest quarterbacks ever, throwing for a league-record 6,619 yards in one season, winning three Grey Cups and leading the league in passing five of his eight years there. 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. Peppers will definitely be a first ballot, but I wonder if Steve Smith will get in before him. He is not Tony G, Antonio Gate, or Jason Witten. Peppers is in. Wayne should get in sooner than later since his rsum is well-rounded and has great peaks. But Willis was absolutely brilliant in that time, racking up recognition for being an elite player for seven campaigns. That leaves us roughly 7 decades to debate who was the GOAT TE. But can we stop with the GOAT talk? Please keep comments relevant to the topic. 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? Register now! Luck, 33, is the most prominent name of the bunch. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame class of 2023 inductees will be known in May. Pepper was one of the most disruptive edge rushers in the league during his career, not only causing havoc with sacks but also with 52 forced fumbles (second most), 175 tackles for loss (third most) and 11 interceptions as a defensive end/outside linebacker. 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. 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). Gronk was special and he went out that way making huge plays in both the AFC CG and SB. Smith added five more years with at least 745 yards, with three going over the 1,000-yard mark. Odds and lines subject to change. After Peppers and Gates, the list of first-year eligible players includes S Eric Berry, DT Haloti Ngata, RB Jamaal Charles and WR Brandon Marshall players who put together, good, solid careers that arent necessarily Hall of Fame material. Weve broken down the 10 most likely candidates to hear their names to make the cut. 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. That should read: Peppers retired with 159.5 sacks, fourth-most since they started counting sacks as a statistic. Gates, 42, is a lock to be a first-ballot selection. MORE: At Long Last, Miami Dolphins Zach Thomas is a Hall of Famer Deservedly So. A generational talent that influenced eventual difference-makers such as. Here's our best guess. When it comes time the HOF voters are going to fall over themselves rushing to vote both in first ballot. On top of all that, Reivs also got his Super Bowl ring as a member of the Patriots. 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. Peppers is in. The GOP used state ballot initiatives banning same-sex marriage to juice turnout, including in the critical state of Ohio. I think Dwight Freeney is the cut-off for players who will be seriously considered for the Hall of Fame in 2024. Peppers? 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. Peppers won Defensive Rookie of the Year honors in 2002. Schottenheimer won 200 games during his 21 years as an NFL head coach. (Well, my top non-Devin Hester guy.) His 1,781 Runs Created rank 44th all time and his 93.5 bWAR ranks 40th. And he was on a Browns team that endured plenty of hard luck over the course of his career. I believe stats are not the whole story when it comes to the Hall Of Fame voting. Art McNally was announced Tuesday as the contributor finalist for the Hall of Fame Class of 2022. Plus, of the Hall-of-Fame eligible players ahead of him in . Johnson played 14 seasons, with 11 being statistically significant in his case. So ridiculous when the Raiders line in the 1970s had 4 Hall of Famers out of 5 starting linemanoh and tight end Dave Casper too. Updated: Dec 5, 2022 / 09:02 PM EST. 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 . Most of us know what to expect from the Hall-of-Fame's Class of 2021: Namely, more first-ballot choices. 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. Peppers will be remembered as a Panther, but the Bears named Peppers one of their 100 greatest talents. The annual Black College Football Hall of Fame Classic presented by AEP Ohio returns to Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium in 2023. Logos were compiled by the amazing SportsLogos.net. I know I'm biased, being a Bears fan who was born in the Chicago suburbs, but I think it's time to make room for the greatest return man of all time. Frequently Asked Questions about the NFL and Football, Pro-Football-Reference.com Blog and Articles, Subscribe to Stathead Football: Get your first month FREE. The only 1990s all-decade players not in the HOF are Butler and Steve Atwater. And maybe a lot of them. Seymour's Pro Football Hall of Fame prospects in 2022 may actually benefit from a backlog itself. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); 2023 Draft Network. Stroud 2023 NFL Draft profile, scouting report, Eagles' Sirianni makes pitch to keep Hargrave in Philly. Next. 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. Ware had slightly more production than Allen and a higher profile, but Allen boasting a strong rsum is the only defender in his production range who hasnt yet made it in. The generation who grew up playing fantasy football during his prime knows: You always hated when Revis was going up against your No. One player who will be voted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2024 on his very first year on the ballot is Adrian Beltre. If Gronk ends up really retiring the only knock against him is the length of his career. Francis has a slight edge in receptions, Casper has a notable edge in TD catches. With eyes on next season, we can already start working up the ballot. Class of 2025. In total, 12 of Andersons 13 seasons were spent in Cincinnati before retiring after winning the 2008 AP Comeback Player of the Year Award with the Ravens. I have tremendous respect for both of them for the way they played the game. Rested and healed he will answer the call. Because they know how good he was. A linebacker is getting in this year. Or dance some silly dance when they scored a TD. Peppers is a first-ballot Pro Football Hall of Famer. He split his career between the Carolina Panthers, Chicago Bears and Green Bay Packers across 17 seasons. Haloti Ngata Ngata was a dominant defensive tackle, racking up five Pro Bowl appearances and two All-Pro nominations. The full list of eligible players can be found here. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ The 2023 Pro Football Hall of Fame induction class will be announced Thursday night duringNFLHonors. THERE IS NO BEST ANYONE TO PLAY THE GAME. sigbouncer says: Hell never be adequately replacement and thats not an insult to the new tight end. St. Louis Rams, 1999-2008; Jacksonville Jaguars, 2009, The voters need to break up a logjam of wide receivers. Statistically, its Reggie Wayne who has the best rsum and argument to make it first of the group of four stars, but its close. Julius Peppers and Rob Gronkowski are likely to highlight the 2024 enshrinement class at the Pro Football Hall of Fame. The class of players was made up of Ronde Barber, Darrelle Revis, Joe Thomas, Zach Thomas, and DeMarcus Ware. 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 Hall of Fame is so watered down with underwhelming players that it really doesnt feel like a real high standard any more. There is no such thing as a GOAT in any sport. Berry's former teammate in Kansas City, Charles retired with a whopping 5.4 yards-per-carry average. Pitching Stats. In his first year on the ballot in 2018, Rolen received just 10.2% of the votes from the Baseball Writers' Association of America. 2023 Pro Football Hall of Fame Ballot. Next year's National Baseball Hall of Fame ballot is chock-full of legendary names. Emailed daily. They were good players; even great for a short period of time. Former . 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