Here is a look at what to watch for in Week 3's matchups. The @ProFootballHOF has announced 122 nominees for the class of 2022, including 10 first-year eligible players: WR Anquan Boldin WR Devin Hester WR Andre Johnson WR Steve Smith OL Jake Long C. That included 10 first-time eligible players. He was a foundation member of the committee appointed to create the national Hall of Fame in . We present them here for purely educational purposes. Some of the most notable first-year eligible names for the modern era of football HOF include Steve Smith, Vince Wilfork, Antonio Cromartie, Andre Johnson and Anquan Boldin. 2023 ABG-SI LLC. Last year saw John Lynch (eight-time finalist) and Alan Faneca (six-time finalist) finally get inducted. Led the NFL with 2,104 scrimmage yards in his 2007 all-pro season. Bryant Young: One of the greatest defensive players in the storied history of the 49ers, Young played the entirety of his 14-year career in San Francisco, starting all 208 of games played. The seven-time Pro Bowler and three-time All-Pro is now in Canton for all time in his fifth year of eligibility and his fourth time as a finalist. Vermeil even took Philly to its first Super Bowl (a loss to Branch's Raiders) in 1980. Around the NFL Writer. The Pro Football Hall of Fame will induct its 2022 class Saturday, with eight new enshrinees joining the illustrious group. Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott's cap hit might be rising in 2023, but owner Jerry Jones believes his quarterback has the ability to bridge the gap in any talent the roster might lose because of it. The Raiders plan to place the franchise tag on running back Josh Jacobs if the sides cannot come to a deal on a long-term extension by Tuesday's deadline, NFL Network Insider Tom Pelissero reported Friday. Nine of the nominees on the 2022 ballot were also on the 2021 ballot. This marks the 12thconsecutive year that Ford, the Official Automobile of the Pro Football Hall of Fame, has invited fans to predict the outcome of the annual Hall of Fame class. Mills signed with the Browns as a UDFA out of Montclair State, joined the CFL's Argonauts after he was cut from Cleveland and played for the USFL's Stars after he was released from Toronto, before he even made it to an NFL roster in 1986. ApplePodcasts|Google Play|Spotify|Stitcher|Art19|Watch on YouTube, Cunningham, Allen, Joyner among Pro Football Hall of Fame noms. In addition to the 10 first-time nominees, there are nine returning finalists among the list of nominees looking to be inducted this year, plus coach finalist Dick Vermeil, senior finalist Cliff Branch and contributor finalist Art McNally. The Senior Finalist, Contributor Finalist and Coach Finalist are voted yes or no for election at the annual selection meeting and must receive at least 80% support from the Committee to be elected. The Selection Committee will meet early next year (on a date to be determined) in advance of Super Bowl LVI. Underline indicates first year of eligibility. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. That's especially true this year in what should be a wide-open race. Please see our Contributors and Sources page for data source details. The Hall of Fame class of 2022 pose with their busts following an induction ceremony at the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Michigan cornerback DJ Turner II is the early leader for fastest player at the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine after posting a time of 4.26 seconds in the 40-yard dash on Friday. Donovan McNabb: Won nine playoff games during his 11 years with the Eagles, tied for 12th-most postseason wins in NFL history. The 2020 class, which had to wait a year for their enshrinement, went. During the 2022 NFL Honors, the NFL announced their Hall of Fame Class for this year.Out of the 15 modern-era finalists, the committee made some difficult choices and decided to honor five candidates. Of the 122 nominees, 65 played primarily offense, 46 played primarily defense and 11 were primarily special teamers. The 2022 Hall of Fame class will feature eight inductees. Copyright 2023 Sporting News Holdings Limited. On February 10, 2022, Tony Boselli was selected to the Hall of Fame, making the Jacksonville Jaguars (began play in 1995) the last team to have an enshrinee inducted. The class includes offensive . This list will be shortened to just 25 semifinalists in November before trimming to 15 finalists in January. 15 at 15.9 percent) does get in. While later Patriots teams were regarded as offensive juggernauts, Seymour and New England's defense were the catalysts for the franchise's first few runs at Lombardi. For those wondering which 15 candidates will be named finalists for the Pro Football Hall-of-Fame's modern-era Class of 2022, we have a word of advice: Patience. Aug 5, 2022. Willie Anderson, Offensive Tackle - 1996-2007 Cincinnati Bengals . Alabama quarterback Bryce Young, whose size has been a matter of conjecture in the run-up to the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine, officially measured in at 5-foot-10 1/8 and 204 pounds on Saturday. As part of my preparation, not only do I read up as much as possible about the candidates (all of which I saw play), but I seek the opinions of people I consider experts. 51 in 2005. The Pro Football Hall of Fame's initial list of 122 nominees for the Class of 2022 was released Wednesday and it includes such prominent former Bucs as Ronde Barber, Mike Alstott, Simeon Rice and . Jared Allen, DE 2004-2007 Kansas City Chiefs, 2008-2013 Minnesota Vikings, 2014-2015 Chicago Bears, 2015 Carolina Panthers, Willie Anderson, OT -- 1996-2007 Cincinnati Bengals, 2008 Baltimore Ravens, Ronde Barber, DB 1997-2012 Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Tony Boselli, T -- 1995-2001 Jacksonville Jaguars, 2002 Houston Texans (injured reserve), LeRoy Butler, S -- 1990-2001 Green Bay Packers, Devin Hester, PR/KR/WR -- 2006-2013 Chicago Bears, 2014-2015 Atlanta Falcons, 2016 Baltimore Ravens, 2016 Seattle Seahawks, Torry Holt, WR -- 1999-2008 St. Louis Rams, 2009 Jacksonville Jaguars, Andre Johnson, WR -- 2003-2014 Houston Texans, 2015 Indianapolis Colts, 2016 Tennessee Titans, Sam Mills, LB -- 1986-1994 New Orleans Saints, 1995-97 Carolina Panthers, Richard Seymour, DE/DT -- 2001-08 New England Patriots, 2009-2012 Oakland Raiders, Zach Thomas, LB -- 1996-2007 Miami Dolphins, 2008 Dallas Cowboys, DeMarcus Ware, LB -- 2005-2013 Dallas Cowboys, 2014-2016 Denver Broncos, Reggie Wayne, WR -- 2001-2014 Indianapolis Colts, Patrick Willis, LB -- 2007-2014 San Francisco 49ers, Bryant Young, DE/DT -- 1994-2007 San Francisco 49ers. The process started with a list of 122 nominees and was trimmed to 26 semifinalists in December. CANTON, Ohio (AP) Ten first-year eligible players, including defensive standouts DeMarcus Ware and Robert Mathis, and receivers Andre Johnson, Steve Smith and . Sign up for daily stories delivered to your inbox. Mills, a H-of-F finalist last year, made five Pro Bowls in his 12-year NFL career. Please logout and login again. Quarterback Mike White said he'd like to return to the New York Jets, but knows it might not happen as he heads toward free agency. All other NFL-related trademarks are trademarks of the National Football League. Headlined by three-time Super Bowl champion Richard Seymour, this year's class has a group of players who have been waiting for quite some time to hear the knock on their door or phone call announcing their enshrinement. Quarterbacks + running backs Randall Cunningham, QB Jake Delhomme, QB Boomer Esiason, QB Was named to the all-time USFL team. Left and right arrows move across top level links and expand / close menus in sub levels. NFL.com keeps you up to date with all of the latest league news from around the NFL. The question I ask is simple: Of the 15 people on the list, name up to five. Below are the names of the Class of 2022: Tony Boselli LeRoy. Asante Samuel: Made three Pro Bowls in his four years with the Eagles and four total Pro Bowls. Announced Sept. 22, 2021, Art McNally selected as ContributorFinalist Here are the inductees, sorted by category. There have been four years in which there were at least three first-ballot picks, including Peyton Manning, Charles Woodson and Calvin Johnson last year. Website design & development by americaneagle.com copyright 2021 Pro Football hall of fame all rights reserved, Black College Football Hall of Fame Classic, https://www.profootballhof.com/enshrinement/. The class is: Tony Boselli, LeRoy Butler, Sam Mills, Richard. Enter and space open menus and escape closes them as well. Hall of Famers Class of 2022 Class of 2022 The Road to the Class of 2022 Click the images below for full details. NFL Rumors; List Of 122 Modern-Era 2022 Hall Of Fame Nominees. On Tuesday, 49 selectors will gather for the annual selection meeting. Florida's Anthony Richardson, one of the draft's most intriguing QB prospects, told reporters on Friday that in high school he modeled his game after two notable passers: Cam Newton and Lamar Jackson. Troy Vincent: After spending his four years with the Dolphins, Vincent played for the Eagles from 1996 through 2003, picking off 28 passes and leading the NFL with seven in 1999. For the first time in my 10 years of doing this, no player has received more than 50 percent support. Had eight career return touchdowns - three punts, five kickoffs. NFL+ gives you the freedom to watch LIVE out-of-market preseason games, LIVE local and primetime regular season and postseason games on your phone or tablet, the best NFL programming on-demand, and MORE! Randall Cunningham: Threw for 22,877 yards and 105 touchdowns and ran for 4,482 yards in 11 years with the Eagles. [6] Announced Feb. 10, 2022, 15 Modern-Era Player Finalists Announced Find out more below. All in all, Vermeil, a Coach Committee finalist, coached three franchises to a combined 126-114 record (including postseason) with his long, strange career landing him a deserved spot in Canton. So, while I wouldn't be surprised if the top vote-getter on the survey this year (DeMarcus Ware at 49.7 percent) gets in, I also wouldn't be surprised if Ware doesn't get in and safety LeRoy Butler (No. Kentucky's Will Levis, a likely top-10 pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, spoke Friday at the NFL Scouting Combine and -- in under 15 minutes -- presented himself as arguably the most self-assured QB in this year's class. December 31, 2021 9:50 am ET. Quarterback Mike White said he'd like to return to the New York Jets, but knows it might not happen as he heads toward free agency. The list of Modern-Era Nominees for the Pro Football Hall of Fames Class of 2022 is comprised of 123players. 2022 NFL Hall of Fame Class: Who Will Make It? Mills' potential induction will be done posthumously; he, Boselli, Holt and Thomas are all members of the College Football Hall of Fame as well. How each team's roster will look come kick-off time in August is still precarious, with free agency and the draft approaching on the offseason to-do list. Tab will move on to the next part of the site rather than go through menu items. For the most up to date information on the annual Enshrinement Week Powered by Johnson Controls, visit https://www.profootballhof.com/enshrinement/. Though the Los Angeles Rams and Buffalo Bills will kick off the regular season in what should be an enthralling opener, the Las Vegas Raiders and Jacksonville Jaguars will be the first to take the field for the 2022 NFL Hall of Fame Game to start the preseason schedule.. Here's everything you need to know about Thursday's game: In 11 NFL seasons threw for 25,537 yards and 161 touchdowns and made four Pro Bowls. He's the only player in league history with at least three picks and three sacks in three straight seasons, and one of just six with 30-plus interceptions and 20-plus sacks in his career. Georgia quarterback Stetson Bennett spoke with media members on Friday for the first time since his arrest for public intoxication in late January. Herschel Walker: After spending three years in the USFL, Walker played in the NFL for 12 years, netting 8,225 rushing yards, 512 receptions, 13,084 scrimmage yards and 84 touchdowns. The preliminary list of 122 players will be whittled down to 18 finalists by the Hall of Fames selection committee. On Wednesday, the Pro Football Hall of Fame announced the full list of 122 modern-era nominees for the 2022 Hall of Fame class. Joining John Madden's Raiders in 1972, Branch broke out in 1974, leading the league in receiving yards (1,092) and touchdowns (13). The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. 122 modern-era nominees announced for 2022 Hall of Fame class Let's start with the offensive side of the 2022 Hall of Fame modern-era nominees. Had nine return TDs - six kick, three punt. The contributor finalist is former referee and league officiating chief Art McNally. You won't want to miss a moment of the 2022 season! Butler, who spent the duration of his 12-year career with the Green Bay Packers, is in the Hall of Fame in his 16th year of eligibility. At the top of the extensive 122 player list, there are 10 first-year eligible players that can be inducted as well. Branch, who died in 2019, spent the length of his 14-year career with the Silver and Black. Hall of Fame nominees for class of 2022 include several Lions players Draft Teams AFC East Bills Dolphins Jets Patriots AFC North Bengals Browns Ravens Steelers AFC South Colts Jaguars. He finished his 15-year career with 47 INTs and three pick-6s. The 2022 Hall of Fame class was announced and Rodgers wins MVP over Tom Brady and Cooper Kupp By John Breech Feb 11, 2022 at 2:49 pm ET The Bengals and the Rams weren't just the two best. A four-time Pro Bowler and three-time first-team All-Pro, Branch was underrated in retirement and failed to reach the Hall of Fame while eligible as a player, though he was a semifinalist in 2004 and 2010. DeMarcus Ware among 10 first-time nominees for Pro Football Hall of Fame . Use without license or authorization is expressly prohibited. Kyle Irving is an NBA content producer for The Sporting News. 2023 NFL Enterprises LLC. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. Every Sports Reference Social Media Account, Site Last Updated: Friday, March 3, 2:32PM. I set no ground rules. The 2022 NFL Football Hall of Fame class is seen during the NFL Honors show Thursday, Feb. 10, 2022, in Inglewood, Calif. MORE: Ranking Hall of Fame tiers for active NFL players. Eight Elected to Class of 2022 Announced Feb. 10, 2022 15 Modern-Era Player Finalists Announced Announced Dec. 31, 2021 26 Modern-Era Player Semifinalists Announced Nov. 24, 2021 123 Modern-Era Nominees Announced Sept. 22, 2021 SPORTS ILLUSTRATED is a registered trademark of ABG-SI LLC. BREAKING: The Modern-Era nominees for the Class of 2022 have been unveiled. Here is the full list: Jared Allen, Defensive End - 2004-07 Kansas City Chiefs, 2008-2013 Minnesota Vikings, 2014-15 Chicago Bears, 2015 Carolina Panthers. But in 1997, Vermeil returned to head coaching to lead the St. Louis Rams. The 2022 inductees made a lasting impact as players, coaches, administrators, and alumni and shaped the Golden Ram and Cavalier Athletics programs into today's Albany State University Golden Rams. The NFL's 2023 Hall of Fame Game will feature the Cleveland Browns and New York Jets, the Hall announced Tuesday. Boselli played just 91 games in seven professional seasons, but in his 16th year of eligibility and his sixth as a finalist, a wait nearly as long as his career, Boselli is a Hall of Famer. E Brian Westbrook, Donovan McNabb, Asante Samuel, Troy Vincent and Ricky Watters are also among the nominees. Announced Dec. 31, 2021, 26 Modern-Era Player Semifinalists Florida's Anthony Richardson, one of the draft's most intriguing QB prospects, told reporters on Friday that in high school he modeled his game after two notable passers: Cam Newton and Lamar Jackson. Unlike most of the recent years, there aren't any clear-cut, no-doubt, first-ballot Hall of Fame players on this ballot. Enshrinement Week at the Pro Football Hall of Fame is upon us as the NFL gets set to honor eight new members for the class of 2022. In addition to the modern-era finalists will be senior finalist Cliff Branch, contributor finalist Art McNally and coach finalist Dick Vermeil. With that, here's a breakdown of the candidates and my findings: Don't miss a story! Left and right arrows move across top level links and expand / close menus in sub levels. The next group of hopefuls . Die Liste der Mitglieder der Pro Football Hall of Fame enthlt die Spieler, Trainer und Funktionre, die fr ihre herausragenden Leistungen im Profi-Football" in die Pro Football Hall of Fame aufgenommen wurden. Commanders wide receiver Jahan Dotson is "fired up" to work with Washington's new offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy. Logos were compiled by the amazing SportsLogos.net. The site navigation utilizes arrow, enter, escape, and space bar key commands. ric Allen, Randall Cunningham and Seth Joyner headline a huge group of former Eagles who are among 122 former NFL players nominated for the Pro Football Hall of Fame's Class of 2022. That group of 18 will also include Dick Vermeil, who is the coach finalist as selected by a special Hall committee. Finally, though, Branch, a Senior Committee finalist, has been rightfully recognized as one of the game's most significant figures. In 23 NFL seasons, he scored 2,434 points, most in NFL history when he retired and still 3rd-most. The Pro Football Hall of Fame is revealing the modern-era finalists for the Class of 2022 on Thursday, highlighted by three players who made the cut in their first year of eligibility: wide receiver Andre Johnson, linebacker DeMarcus Ware and returner Devin Hester. The Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2022 was revealed Thursday night at NFL Honors, three days before Super Bowl LVI. Ware led the NFL in sacks twice, was a first-team All-Pro . Brian Westbrook, Donovan McNabb, Asante Samuel, Troy Vincent and Ricky Watters are also among the nominees. The annualPro Football Hall of Fame Fan Votepresented by Ford launched today. McNally, 96, worked as an assistant supervisor and then observer of officials from 1996 to 2015 before his retirement. This years reduction voting and the Selection Meeting ballots will be processed via an online voting platform developed specifically for the Pro Football Hall of Fame by Ernst & Young.