BuffOrange Posted October 29, 2008 Posted October 29, 2008 Andre & Ralph will get in eventually though probably not this year. Tasker has an outside shot long-term. Talley/Hull I know are fan favorites for good reason but realistically forget it...Pro Bowls play a big role in the process whether it's fair or not.
KRC Posted October 29, 2008 Posted October 29, 2008 Nicely done, Kenneth. As usual. Here's my take: Wide Receivers Andre Reed Offensive Linemen Kent Hull, C [My bias is certainly showing here; I realize it ain't happeing and certainly not before Dawson] Randall McDaniel, G Defensive Linemen Bruce Smith, DE Defensive Backs Kenny Easley, S I somehow missed McDaniel in my initial take. Good call. I also don't see Hull getting in, but it would be nice. As far as receivers, I see them putting in Carter (probably this year). I also think that they are going to put in Sharpe. I wouldn't put in Sharpe, but I think Reed is going to have trouble going against those two. The rest of the receivers shouldn't get in, but I would not be shocked if they let in a couple.
murra Posted October 29, 2008 Posted October 29, 2008 Do we really think that each year 6 HOF worthy players are drafted? IMO They should make this a more exclusive group and let in only 2 or 3 people, then it would be exciting. I may be biased as the rest of us, but I think it would be a great travesty if a player like Andre Reed got in. Yeah he has some nice numbers, but WRs now a days are breaking all of that wide open, and he'll be further propelled down the list. He was a big contributor to getting to 4 superbowls, but in them did very little to highlight his ability. He's most likely not getting in anyways, so the ensuing argument is pointless, but I'm just saying, as far as the WR position goes, I'm not sure Reed did enough to contribute, especially considering what players are doing now. I know it's ESPN, but read this to get an idea of the sort of respect he's getting.
Rico Posted October 29, 2008 Posted October 29, 2008 For those looking for the entire preliminary list, here it is.Thanks! My 6 HOF'ers (not a prediction, but my picks...top 3 are too easy): Bruce Smith (say no more) Rod Woodson (Bills could've had him instead of Conlan ) Shannon Sharpe (major contributor to 3 rings with 2 teams, one of best TE's in history) Charles Haley (major contributor to 5 rings with 2 teams) Andre Reed (say no more) #6 is tough, so many are close but I'll say Dermontti Dawson (one of best C's in history) MUCH stronger group than the relatively weak class of '08 (Fred Dean lmao) Other Finalists: Mark Bavaro Kevin Greene Rickey Jackson Clay Matthews Derrick Thomas Darren Woodson Steve Tasker Ed DeBartolo, Jr. Jerry Jones Sorry, Kuech!
R. Rich Posted October 29, 2008 Posted October 29, 2008 I somehow missed McDaniel in my initial take. Good call. Thanks, but don't worry. I forgot to add Woodson. D'oh! Well, they can do 6 if they want to... I also don't see Hull getting in, but it would be nice. It would be great if he did get in, and if I could, I'd lobby extremely hard for it. But, like we both said, it's probably not going to happen. Too bad. As far as receivers, I see them putting in Carter (probably this year). I also think that they are going to put in Sharpe. I wouldn't put in Sharpe, but I think Reed is going to have trouble going against those two. The rest of the receivers shouldn't get in, but I would not be shocked if they let in a couple. We're including Shannon Sharpe in the "receivers" category here, right? If so, you're probably right in that they'll vote him in. He does have the stats, even if he's more a wideout than a tight end (they do block, right?). Then again, I've always said that if it wasn't for the neck injury, Sterline Sharpe would be a shoo in for the Hall. The telling stat for this guy: he set the NFL record for receptions in a season where he was unable to practice due to turf toe. Amazing. And, he missed out on Brett Favre's prime years. Instead of seeing Brooks, Freeman, and Driver grabbing those throws from Favre, he would've been the top option. Wow.
Mark Vader Posted October 30, 2008 Posted October 30, 2008 Putting the Sabol family in the Hall would be a good decision...growing up in the 60s and 70s, NFL Films was a driving factor in me becoming a pro football fan...the highlights, Facenda, the music...the Sabols made it all come together. I believe they helped create a generation on NFL fans and their election to the game's highest individual honor is indeed fitting. I am in total agreement with you Ned. The NFL should recognize the major contributions that the Sabols have brought to not only the game of football, but for the world of sports. Ed & Steve Sabol deserve to be in the Hall of Fame.
49er Fan Posted October 30, 2008 Posted October 30, 2008 "The rest of the receivers shouldn't get in, but I would not be shocked if they let in a couple." Always liked Henry Ellard
Steely Dan Posted October 30, 2008 Posted October 30, 2008 Bruce Smith - YesAndre Reed - Yes Kent Hull - Maybe Fred Smerlas - No Art Still - No Cornelius Bennett - No Chris Spielman - No Darryl Talley - No Steve Tasker - Yes Ralph Wilson - !@#$ Ralph, HELL NO Chuck Knox - - No How can any Bills fan be against any Bill getting in?
Tsaikotic Posted October 30, 2008 Posted October 30, 2008 I'm not 100% sure how the picks work. can you have multiple picks from the same position? if yes then heres my 6 for this year: Chris Carter WR Andre Reed WR Dermontti Dawson C Bruce Smith DE Richard Dent DE Sam Mills LB I don't think they will induct 2 Bills in the same year so Andre Reed might be another year..do they ever induct multiple ppl from 1 team in the same year?
KRC Posted October 30, 2008 Posted October 30, 2008 I'm not 100% sure how the picks work. can you have multiple picks from the same position? Yup. I don't think they will induct 2 Bills in the same year so Andre Reed might be another year..do they ever induct multiple ppl from 1 team in the same year? Theoretically, it is possible. Last year, they had two Redskins inducted (Green and Monk). I am not going through the entire list of inductees, but I know it happened other years, as well.
KRC Posted October 30, 2008 Posted October 30, 2008 How can any Bills fan be against any Bill getting in? There is a difference between whether you would be happy to see them get in versus them deserving to get in.
Tcali Posted October 30, 2008 Author Posted October 30, 2008 "The rest of the receivers shouldn't get in, but I would not be shocked if they let in a couple." Always liked Henry Ellard i agree....amazing big play receiver
Steely Dan Posted October 30, 2008 Posted October 30, 2008 There is a difference between whether you would be happy to see them get in versus them deserving to get in. IMO, All the Bills on a list of HOFers deserve to get in. The more the merrier!
WellDressed Posted October 30, 2008 Posted October 30, 2008 Bruce is the most obvious cinch. Rod Woodson---one of the all time greats--also a cinch. Shannon Sharpe...YES.Bob Hayes will be inducted on the senior ballot. John Randle will be a close miss. The others on the list not super impressive--altho Centers has very good numbers. OK, so......where's your list??
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