2017 Pro Football Hall of Fame Finalists

[Otis Driftwood]

Final 15
Alan Faneca, guard
- Pittsburgh Steelers, 1998-2007;
- New York Jets, 2008-09;
- Arizona Cardinals, 2010
Brian Dawkins, safety
- Philadelphia Eagles, 1996-2008;
- Denver Broncos, 2009-2011
Don Coryell, coach
- St. Louis Cardinals, 1973-77;
- San Diego Chargers, 1978-1986
Isaac Bruce, wide receiver
- Los Angeles Rams, 1994;
- St. Louis Rams, 1995-2007;
- San Francisco 49ers, 2008-09
Jason Taylor, defensive end
- Miami Dolphins, 1997-2007, '09, 2011;
- Washington Redskins, 2008;
- New York Jets, 2010
Joe Jacoby, offensive tackle
- Washington Redskins, 1981-1993
John Lynch, safety
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 1993-2003;
- Denver Broncos, 2004-07
Kevin Mawae, center
- Seattle Seahawks, 1994-97;
- New York Jets, 1998-2005;
- Tennessee Titans, 2006-09
Kurt Warner, quarterback
- St. Louis Rams, 1998-2003;
- New York Giants, 2004;
- Arizona Cardinals, 2005-09
LaDainian Tomlinson, running back
- San Diego Chargers, 2001-09;
- New York Jets, 2010-11)
Morten Andersen, kicker
- New Orleans Saints, 1982-1994;
- Atlanta Falcons, 1995-2000; 2006-07;
- New York Giants, 2001;
- Kansas City Chiefs, 2002-03;
- Minnesota Vikings, 2004)
Terrell Davis, running back
- Denver Broncos, 1995-2001)
Terrell Owens, wide receiver
- San Francisco 49ers, 1996-2003;
- Philadelphia Eagles, 2004-05;
- Dallas Cowboys, 2006-08;
- Buffalo Bills, 2009;
- Cincinnati Bengals, 2010)
Tony Boselli, offensive tackle
- Jacksonville Jaguars, 1995-2001;
- Houston Texans, 2002)
Ty Law, cornerback
- New England Patriots, 1995-2004;
- New York Jets, 2005, '08;
- Kansas City Chiefs, 2006-07;
- Denver Broncos, 2009)

Senior Nominee
Kenny Easley, safety
- Seattle Seahawks, 1981-87

Contributor Committee
Jerry Jones
- Cowboys owner 1989-Present
Paul Tagliabue
- NFL Commissioner 1989-2006

[Otis Driftwood]

My picks...

• Brian Dawkins

• Don Coryell

• Jerry Jones

• John Lynch

• Kevin Mawae

• LaDainian Tomlinson

• Terrell Owens (I hate him but he has the numbers)

[bleu]

Really solid nomination class. Most of those guys are deserving, there's not really a bad choice (except for Jerry Jones).

I would really like to see Kurt Warner and LT get in

[Otis Driftwood]

Really solid nomination class. Most of those guys are deserving, there's not really a bad choice (except for Jerry Jones).

I would really like to see Kurt Warner and LT get in

You're gonna hate it when Jerry goes in aren't you...

[bleu]

Really solid nomination class. Most of those guys are deserving, there's not really a bad choice (except for Jerry Jones).

I would really like to see Kurt Warner and LT get in

You're gonna hate it when Jerry goes in aren't you...

Ehhhh. I mean it is what it is, I won't lose sleep over it. I just think it's stupid when owners get in period. It should be reserved for players and very few coaches.

[Otis Driftwood]

Really solid nomination class. Most of those guys are deserving, there's not really a bad choice (except for Jerry Jones).

I would really like to see Kurt Warner and LT get in

You're gonna hate it when Jerry goes in aren't you...

Ehhhh. I mean it is what it is, I won't lose sleep over it. I just think it's stupid when owners get in period. It should be reserved for players and very few coaches.

Well - the good news is he won't be going in because he owns the Cowboys. He's going in because he was responsible for completely changing the business model. As he is fond of saying - the pie grew.

[CDior510]

My picks...

•Brian Dawkins
•Don Coryell
•Isaac Bruce
•John Lynch
•Kevin Mawae
•LaDainian Tomlinson
•Terrell Davis (I know he retired in his prime, but back to back Super Bowl victories, Super Bowl MVP, and leading rusher over 2000 yards 1998 season.)

Jerry did great things for the front office and financial life of the NFL, but you gotta be on the field or the sidelines to be in the HALL of FAME IMO, there should be a separate wing for guys like him.

[Otis Driftwood]

Remember - only 5 can go in from the group of 15 finalists. The Senior and Contributor nominees are voted on separately.

I had forgotten that. Which changes my picks...

• Brian Dawkins
• Don Coryell
• Kevin Mawae
• LaDainian Tomlinson
• Terrell Owens (I hate him but he has the numbers)
  
• Jerry Jones

[Otis Driftwood]

...Jerry did great things for the front office and financial life of the NFL, but you gotta be on the field or the sidelines to be in the HALL of FAME IMO, there should be a separate wing for guys like him.

Which would move the Maras out... which I would disagree with.

[CDior510]

...Jerry did great things for the front office and financial life of the NFL, but you gotta be on the field or the sidelines to be in the HALL of FAME IMO, there should be a separate wing for guys like him.

Which would move the Maras out... which I would disagree with.

I appreciate what Jerry did, but the Maras are totally different, they helped keep the NFL name and brand alive. Constant battles with the AFL, back before the merger, Jerry has been great for the NFL, but he wouldn't have got that chance without the Maras.

[Otis Driftwood]

...Jerry did great things for the front office and financial life of the NFL, but you gotta be on the field or the sidelines to be in the HALL of FAME IMO, there should be a separate wing for guys like him.

Which would move the Maras out... which I would disagree with.

I appreciate what Jerry did, but the Maras are totally different, they helped keep the NFL name and brand alive. Constant battles with the AFL, back before the merger, Jerry has been great for the NFL, but he wouldn't have got that chance without the Maras.

Your statement...

...but you gotta be on the field or the sidelines to be in the HALL of FAME IMO

...and no. They are not totally different. You can't pick and choose which front office types belong and which ones don't.

[CDior510]

Which would move the Maras out... which I would disagree with.

I appreciate what Jerry did, but the Maras are totally different, they helped keep the NFL name and brand alive. Constant battles with the AFL, back before the merger, Jerry has been great for the NFL, but he wouldn't have got that chance without the Maras.

Your statement...

...but you gotta be on the field or the sidelines to be in the HALL of FAME IMO

...and no. They are not totally different. You can't pick and choose which front office types belong and which ones don't.

I did say there should be a different wing for guys like him. Also, Jerry Jones cannot be compared to Tim Mara. Tim Mara was HUGE for the LIFE of the NFL. He brought Football to the New York market, and won battles against the many "startup" AFL, and other Football leagues of his day. He should have his own wing, not taking anything away from Jerry as I said "There should be a different wing for guys like him" he's HoF worthy just should be different halls for FO, Ownership etc etc.

[Otis Driftwood]

"There should be a different wing for guys like him..."

I'll just leave it at that. Complete horse**** argument.

[bluejerseyjinx]

Joe Jacoby and Don Coryell are the only 2 I would vote for.

[Otis Driftwood]

Joe Jacoby and Don Coryell are the only 2 I would vote for.

I have to vote for Brian Dawkins. Despised him as a player but he was a great Safety. It's a shame Darren Woodson isn't being considered especially with Reed and Polamalu being no brainer 1st ballot entries when their turn comes. Woodson belongs.

But of course, Woody is all class. No surprise.

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[Otis Driftwood]

Won't change the minds of anyone who is set against him... but lays out the dynamics behind him getting in. And - he will get in.

Talk of Fame Sports - State Your Case: Jerry Jones
http://www.talkoffamenetwork.com/state-case-jerry-jones/

[studcrackers]

if you dont think jerry's worthy of the hall of fame...then idk what to tell ya. the reason this league is worth so much money today is cause of him. i dont even like the guy but he deserves it