Popular Post nj meadowlands Posted July 7, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted July 7, 2022 Let this silly debate commence anew https://www.profootballhof.com/news/2022/54-semifinalists-named-for-class-of-2023-in-seniors,-coach-contributor-categories/ 54 Semifinalists Named for Class of 2023 in Seniors, Coach/Contributor Categories CANTON, OHIO – Fifty-four Seniors, Coaches and Contributors have moved one step closer to election as members of the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s Class of 2023. The Hall’s 12-person Seniors Committee trimmed a list of eligible nominees to 25 Semifinalists who advance to the next round of consideration. They are: Ken Anderson, Maxie Baughan, Mark Clayton, Roger Craig, LaVern Dilweg, Randy Gradishar, Lester Hayes, Chris Hinton, Chuck Howley, Cecil Isbell, Joe Jacoby, Billie “White Shoes” Johnson, Mike Kenn, Joe Klecko, Bob Kuechenberg, George Kunz, Jim Marshall, Clay Matthews Jr., Eddie Meador, Stanley Morgan, Tommy Nobis, Ken Riley, Sterling Sharpe, Otis Taylor and Everson Walls. Each Semifinalist played his last game in professional football no later than the 1996 season. Separately, the Hall’s 12-person Coach/Contributor Committee reduced the list of nominated candidates to 29 Semifinalists who advance to the next round of consideration. They are: K.S. “Bud” Adams Jr., Roone Arledge, C.O. Brocato, Don Coryell, Otho Davis, Ralph Hay, Mike Holmgren, Frank “Bucko” Kilroy, Eddie Kotal, Robert Kraft, Rich McKay, John McVay, Art Modell, Clint Murchison Jr., Buddy Parker, Carl Peterson, Dan Reeves, Lee Remmel, Art Rooney Jr., Marty Schottenheimer, Jerry Seeman, Mike Shanahan, Clark Shaughnessy, Seymour Siwoff, Amy Trask, Jim Tunney, Jack Vainisi, Lloyd Wells and John Wooten. Selection bylaws stipulate that both the Seniors Committee and Coach/Contributor Committee vote for 25 Semifinalists but also allows for additional candidates to proceed in the process in the case of a tie vote for the 25th position. That occurred in the Coach/Contributor field. The respective selection committees now will consider the candidates and vote to send 12 Seniors and 12 Coach/Contributors through to the Finalists stage. The results of those reduction votes will be announced July 27. The Seniors Committee will meet Aug. 16 to select up to three Seniors for final consideration as members of the Class of 2023. Expansion of the Seniors pool for election to the Hall was approved earlier this year for the Classes of 2023, 2024 and 2025. Coach/Contributor Committee members will meet Aug. 23 to select one Coach or Contributor for final consideration for the Class of 2023. Here are short bios on each of the 54 Semifinalists: SENIORS (25) Ken Anderson (Quarterback, 1971-1986): A four-time pro-bowler who started at quarterback for the Cincinnati Bengals from 1971-1986. Maxie Baughan (Linebacker, 1960-1970, 1974): A nine-time Pro-Bowler, Baughan played linebacker for the Philadelphia Eagles (1960-65), the Los Angeles Rams (1966-1970) and the Washington Redskins (1974). Mark Clayton (Wide Receiver, 1983-1993): Five-time Pro-Bowler who played 10 seasons with the Dolphins (1979-1992) and one season with the Green Bay Packers (1993). Roger Craig (Running Back, 1983-1993): A do-it-all running back, Craig was the first NFL player to total 1,000 yards rushing and receiving in the same season and won three Super Bowls with the San Francisco 49ers. He spent eight seasons with the 49ers (1983-1990), one with the Los Angeles Raiders (1991) and two with the Minnesota Vikings (1992-93). LaVern Dilweg (End, 1926-1934): A star defensive end turned politician, Dilweg was named first-team All-Pro for his first five seasons with the Green Bay Packers. He played for the Milwaukee Badgers (1926) and the Green Bay Packers (1927-1934). Randy Gradishar (Linebacker, 1974-1983): Centerpiece of the “Orange Crush Defense,” Gradishar played all 10 seasons as linebacker for the Denver Broncos, seven of which were Pro Bowl-caliber years. Lester Hayes (Cornerback, 1977-1986): Known as “The Judge,” Hayes was a five-time Pro Bowler for the Oakland/Los Angeles Raiders, spending his entire 10-year career with the organization. Chris Hinton (Guard/Tackle, 1983-1995): Named to seven Pro Bowls and recognized as a two-time first-team All-Pro, Hinton played with the Baltimore/Indianapolis Colts (1983-89), Atlanta Falcons (1990-93) and the Minnesota Vikings (1994-95). Chuck Howley (Linebacker, 1958-59, 1961-1973): Being the only player on a losing team to win Super Bowl MVP (Super Bowl VI), Howley received six Pro Bowl selections and five first-team All-Pro selections while playing for the Chicago Bears (1958-59) and the Dallas Cowboys (1961-1973). Cecil Isbell (Tailback/Defensive Back/Halfback, 1938-1942): Of Isbell’s five playing years with the Green Bay Packers (1938-1942), he had four Pro Bowl appearances. Joe Jacoby (Tackle, 1981-1993): During his 13-year tenure with the Washington Redskins (1981-1993), Jacoby won three Super Bowls and was named to the Pro Bowl for four consecutive years (1983-86). Billie “White Shoes” Johnson (Wide Receiver/Kick Returner/Punt Returner, 1974-1980, 1982-88): During his 14-year NFL career (Houston Oilers, 1974-1980; Atlanta Falcons, 1982-87; Washington Redskins, 1988), Johnson accumulated three Pro Bowl selections and is most famously known for his endzone celebrations. Mike Kenn (Tackle, 1978-1994): A former first-round draft pick, this University of Michigan product played his entire 17-year career with the Atlanta Falcons and racked up five Pro Bowl selections and two first-team All-Pro selections. Joe Klecko (Defensive End/Defensive Tackle/Nose Tackle, 1977-1988): A member of the famed “New York Sack Exchange,” this defensive powerhouse had four Pro Bowl selections and two first-team All-Pro honors in his 12-year NFL career, all spent with the New York Jets. Bob Kuechenberg (Guard/Tackle/Center, 1970-1983): A member of the Miami Dolphins Hall of Fame and a six-time Pro Bowler, Kuechenberg spent the entirety of his 14-year career as a member of the Dolphins. George Kunz (Tackle, 1969-1978, 1980): One of the premier offensive linemen of his generation. Kunz was named to the Pro Bowl seven times in his career and received three first-team All-Pro honors. He won Offensive Lineman of the Year in back-to-back years (1976, 1977). He played for the Atlanta Falcons (1969-1974) and the Baltimore Colts (1975-1980). Jim Marshall (Defensive End, 1960-1979): After starting his NFL career with the Cleveland Browns, Marshall was traded to Minnesota, where he would play the next 19 seasons without missing a game. Marshall’s 282 consecutive games played are the most by a defensive player, and his streak is 58 games longer than the next closest defensive lineman. A member of the Vikings famed “Purple People Eaters” defensive front, Marshall earned two Pro Bowl selections. Clay Matthews Jr. (Linebacker, 1978-1996): Matthews made four Pro Bowl appearances for the Cleveland Browns in the 1980s. He led the NFL in forced fumbles in 1983 and earned a place in the Browns’ Ring of Honor. He finished his career with the Atlanta Falcons, where he became the oldest player to record a sack in NFL history at the age of 40 years, 282 days. Eddie Meador (Cornerback, 1959-1970): Meador played his entire career with the Los Angeles Rams, where he earned selection to two first-team All-Pro teams and six Pro Bowls. He is a member of the NFL’s All-Decade Team of the 1960s. He finished his career with 46 interceptions, which remains a Rams franchise record. Stanley Morgan (Wide Receiver, 1977-1990): Morgan posted the most yards per reception (19.2) in NFL history among players with more than 500 career receptions and he made four Pro Bowls with the New England Patriots. He is still New England’s all-time leader in receiving yards (10,352). He played his final NFL season with the Indianapolis Colts. Tommy Nobis (Linebacker, 1966-1976): Nobis was the first player the expansion Atlanta Falcons drafted and played his entire career in Atlanta. He won NFL Rookie of the Year, played in five Pro Bowls, selected first-team All-Pro (1967) and is a member of the NFL’s All-Decade Team of the 1960s. Ken Riley (Cornerback, 1969-1983): Riley played his entire career with the Cincinnati Bengals and recorded 65 career interceptions, more than any other player not already in the Hall of Fame and the most by a player who saw action exclusively at cornerback. He was named first-team All-Pro in his final season. Sterling Sharpe (Wide Receiver, 1988-1994): Sharpe made five Pro Bowls and three first-team All-Pro teams during his seven-year career with the Green Bay Packers. His 18 touchdown receptions in his final season is still good for third best all-time. Otis Taylor (Wide Receiver, 1965-1975): Taylor won a Super Bowl IV ring with the Kansas City Chiefs, earned two Pro Bowl selections, two first-team All-Pro selections, an AFL All-Star selection and won two AFL Championships during his 10-year career. He led the AFL in touchdown receptions in 1967 and the NFL in receiving yards in 1971. Everson Walls (Cornerback, 1981-1993): Playing most of his career with the Dallas Cowboys, Walls made three first-team All-Pro teams, four Pro Bowls and led the NFL in interceptions three times while in Dallas. He finished his career with the New York Giants and Cleveland Browns and helped New York to victory in Super Bowl XXV. COACH/CONTRIBUTOR (29) K.S. “Bud” Adams Jr.: In his 54 years as Founder, Owner, Chairman of the Board, President and CEO of the Titans/Oilers franchise, Adams was an enduring figure in the NFL. Roone Arledge: Television industry executive and producer whose creativity, leadership and technical innovations revolutionized the presentation of both news and sports. C.O. Brocato: A scout for 40 years with the Houston Oilers/Tennessee Oilers/Tennessee Titans. Don Coryell: An innovative coach whose “Air Coryell” offense produced some of the most dynamic passing attacks in NFL history. Otho Davis: Served as associate athletic trainer for the Baltimore Colts in 1971 and the head athletic trainer for the Philadelphia Eagles from 1973 to 1995. Ralph Hay: Owner of the Canton Bulldogs from 1918-1922 and hosted the NFL’s formational meeting in his automobile dealership in downtown Canton. Mike Holmgren: Head coach of the Green Bay Packers from 1992-98 and the Seattle Seahawks from 1999-2008. Frank “Bucko” Kilroy: Worked in player personnel and scouting for the Philadelphia Eagles, Washington Redskins and Dallas Cowboys. He was the Patriots’ general manager from 1979 to 1982 and vice president from 1983 to 1993. Eddie Kotal: Scout for the Los Angeles Rams from 1947-1961 and was one of the first to scout Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Robert Kraft: Owner, Chairman and CEO of the New England Patriots since 1994. His teams have won six Super Bowls. Rich McKay: General Manager, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 1994-2003; general manager, Atlanta Falcons, 2003-08; president/CEO, Atlanta Falcons, 2008-present. John McVay: Joined the 49ers in 1979 as the team's director of player personnel and spent 21 seasons with the Club, ultimately presiding over five Super Bowl-winning seasons as vice president/director of football operations. Art Modell: Owner of the Cleveland Browns from 1961-1995 and Baltimore Ravens from 1996-2011. Clint Murchison Jr.: Founder of the Dallas Cowboys (1960) and owner through 1983. Buddy Parker: Head coach of the Chicago Cardinals (1949), Detroit Lions (1951-56) and the Pittsburgh Steelers (1957-1964). Carl Peterson: President, General Manager and CEO of the Kansas City Chiefs from 1989-2008. Dan Reeves: Head coach of the Denver Broncos (1981-1992), New York Giants (1993-96) and the Atlanta Falcons (1997-2003). Lee Remmel: A sportswriter and columnist for the Green Bay Press-Gazette for 29 years, Green Bay Packers director of public relations from 1974 to 2004 and Packers historian from 2004-07. Art Rooney Jr.: Employed with the Steelers since 1961, from 1964 through 1986, worked in the Steelers’ Scouting Department. Currently a Steelers Vice President and member of the Board of Directors. Marty Schottenheimer: Head coach of the Cleveland Browns (1984-88), Kansas City Chiefs (1989-1998), Washington Redskins (2001) and the San Diego Chargers (2002-06). Jerry Seeman: Line Judge, Head Linesman, Referee and Director of Officiating from 1975-2000. Mike Shanahan: Head coach of the Los Angeles Raiders (1988-89), Denver Broncos (1995-2008) and the Washington Redskins (2010-13). Clark Shaughnessy: Head coach of the Los Angeles Rams from 1948-49 and longtime assistant coach for the Washington Redskins from 1944-47 and Chicago Bears from 1951-1962. Seymour Siwoff: Owner and President of Elias Sports Bureau, the official statisticians of the NFL, from 1952-2019. Amy Trask: CEO of the Oakland Raiders from 1997-2013. Jim Tunney: NFL official from 1960-1991. Worked as a Field Judge from 1960-67 and a Referee from 1968-1991. Jack Vainisi: Scout for the Green Bay Packers from 1950-1960 as well as Business Manager from 1959-1960. Lloyd Wells: Scout for the Kansas City Chiefs from 1963-1974. First full-time African American scout in the NFL. 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post peebag Posted July 7, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted July 7, 2022 'bout damn time. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post munchmemory Posted July 7, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted July 7, 2022 Please, NFL, just get the damn thing done. Compared to Kleck, you've got bums in the HOF already. 8 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post RoadFan Posted July 7, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted July 7, 2022 Klecko has some BIG name sportswriters in his corner like Peter King. I think he will get inducted within the next 3 years. Frustrating it still hasn’t happened… 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Jet_Engine1 Posted July 7, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted July 7, 2022 They'll **** him over again. He's the Me of the NFL. 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drums Posted July 7, 2022 Share Posted July 7, 2022 I don’t understand how this guy is not in the HoF. Makes zero sense. A great player and even better person. WTF 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoadFan Posted July 7, 2022 Share Posted July 7, 2022 https://www.profootballhof.com/hall-of-famers/becoming-a-hall-of-famer/ look at the above list, find their emails, and tell these guys… Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe Willie White Shoes Posted July 7, 2022 Share Posted July 7, 2022 He's one of 25 from the seniors list (not 57). He's got a 50/50 shot to make it to the final 12 and then we'll see. Has he ever made it to this list before? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Crusher Posted July 7, 2022 Share Posted July 7, 2022 Free Klecko! 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jet Nut Posted July 7, 2022 Share Posted July 7, 2022 I’m going to hate being disappointed once again. ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt39 Posted July 7, 2022 Share Posted July 7, 2022 get the man in Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jago Posted July 7, 2022 Share Posted July 7, 2022 a few other good candidates in there too 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CSNY Posted July 7, 2022 Share Posted July 7, 2022 Only defensive lineman to be a pro bowler at three different positions along the line Definitely deserves to be a HOFamer. If Howie Long and Strahan(who I think wasn’t all that good) are in Joe should be too 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southparkcpa Posted July 8, 2022 Share Posted July 8, 2022 5 minutes ago, CSNY said: Only defensive lineman to be a pro bowler at three different positions along the line Definitely deserves to be a HOFamer. If Howie Long and Strahan(who I think wasn’t all that good) are in Joe should be too If he gets in, I am absolutely going and will wear my signed Klecko jersey all weekend in that Godforsaken place. Probably holding back the tears. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the Claw Posted July 8, 2022 Share Posted July 8, 2022 I doubt Klecko ever makes it in. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Klecko73isGod Posted July 8, 2022 Share Posted July 8, 2022 Klecko will be sad of Klecko doesn't get in the Hall of Fame. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TuscanyTile2 Posted July 8, 2022 Share Posted July 8, 2022 SAR I said he doesn't think Klecko deserves to be in the HOF. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Klecko73isGod Posted July 8, 2022 Share Posted July 8, 2022 SAR doesn't know anything about football. He's made that abundantly clear over the years. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barton Posted July 8, 2022 Share Posted July 8, 2022 No love for Mike Westhoff or because he came back to the Saints the clock was restarted? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Claymation Posted July 8, 2022 Share Posted July 8, 2022 Jim Marshall isn’t in the Hall either. Really? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jetsfan80 Posted July 8, 2022 Share Posted July 8, 2022 1 hour ago, Klecko73isGod said: Klecko will be sad of Klecko doesn't get in the Hall of Fame. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jets0712 Posted July 8, 2022 Share Posted July 8, 2022 Klecko has got to be in the hall of fame. He IS a hall of famer. PERIOD.Sent from my iPhone using JetNation.com mobile app 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MykePM Posted July 8, 2022 Share Posted July 8, 2022 6 hours ago, Joe Willie White Shoes said: He's one of 25 from the seniors list (not 57). He's got a 50/50 shot to make it to the final 12 and then we'll see. Has he ever made it to this list before? I think he makes it this far pretty much every year. Apparently last year was the closest he’s made it to actually being selected, according to Cimini after last year’s vote… Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dcat Posted July 8, 2022 Share Posted July 8, 2022 3 hours ago, Jets0712 said: Klecko has got to be in the hall of fame. He IS a hall of famer. PERIOD. Sent from my iPhone using JetNation.com mobile app Indeed he is. He'll always be one of my top 3 Jets whether he gets in to that trophy room or not. #73 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nycdan Posted July 8, 2022 Share Posted July 8, 2022 They are seriously going to consider Kraft for the HoF? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biggs Posted July 8, 2022 Share Posted July 8, 2022 13 hours ago, CSNY said: Only defensive lineman to be a pro bowler at three different positions along the line Definitely deserves to be a HOFamer. If Howie Long and Strahan(who I think wasn’t all that good) are in Joe should be too Strahan definetely belongs. Long is very borderline and makes the case for Klecko to be in. Strahan was all pro 4 times. Over 3 is great. Klecko was all pro twice so was Long. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warfish Posted July 8, 2022 Share Posted July 8, 2022 16 hours ago, peebag said: 'bout damn time. Don't get too excited, looking at that list, there is no chance he's getting in any time soon via this route. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sonny Werblin Posted July 8, 2022 Share Posted July 8, 2022 16 hours ago, nj meadowlands said: Joe Klecko (Defensive End/Defensive Tackle/Nose Tackle, 1977-1988): A member of the famed “New York Sack Exchange,” this defensive powerhouse had four Pro Bowl selections and two first-team All-Pro honors in his 12-year NFL career, all spent with the New York Jets. No they weren't. Also, Roger Craig. He did not really put up HOF worthy career stats, but the dude was an integral cog in 3 SB winners and changed the RB position. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sonny Werblin Posted July 8, 2022 Share Posted July 8, 2022 There is a great story Joe DeLamielleure tells about Klecko's rookie season. The Bills had a run play they really like that called for one of their O lineman to make a stretch block against Klecko. The OC kept calling the play and Klecko blew up the play every time. Eventually, the O lineman walked over to the OC and reached out with his helmet and said something to the effect "Here, if you call that god damned play again, you go try and block him." Joe D is one of Klecko's biggest supporters for the HOF. I find it telling that just about all (if not all) of the HOF OL that played against Klecko think he should be in the HOF. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CSNY Posted July 8, 2022 Share Posted July 8, 2022 41 minutes ago, Biggs said: Strahan definetely belongs. Long is very borderline and makes the case for Klecko to be in. Strahan was all pro 4 times. Over 3 is great. Klecko was all pro twice so was Long. Just think the opposite is true. But either way Klecko should be in Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SAM SAM HE'S OUR MAN Posted July 8, 2022 Share Posted July 8, 2022 VOTE HIM IN . VOTE HIM IN . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peebag Posted July 8, 2022 Share Posted July 8, 2022 49 minutes ago, Warfish said: Don't get too excited, looking at that list, there is no chance he's getting in any time soon via this route. Then he's not getting in then. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warfish Posted July 8, 2022 Share Posted July 8, 2022 7 minutes ago, peebag said: Then he's not getting in then. Probably not, as much as that deeply pains me to say. Sadly, I think they'll always be someone else "more worthy" to the voters, especially as time goes on and new guys enter the picture each cycle. Sucks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
y2k8 Posted July 8, 2022 Share Posted July 8, 2022 I generally could not care less if a former pro athlete makes their respective HoF. Klecko is the exception. The dude was amazing and it's an injustice he's not already in. Dr Z (RIP) nominated him every year and made the case for him - unsuccessfully. Which shows you how dumb sports writers were (are). Dr Z's knowledge for the game is unmatched in the media. His opinion alone should have been enough. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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