Top 10 NFL Players Who Should Be in the Pro Football Hall of Fame
The Pro Football Hall of Fame honors the greatest players in NFL history, but not every deserving player gets in right away. While some legends are voted in quickly, others find themselves waiting year after year, despite having careers that clearly belong among the all-time greats.This list highlights the top players who should already have a spot in Canton but, for one reason or another, are still on the outside looking in. These players made a lasting impact on the game, putting up impressive stats, earning awards, and helping their teams win at the highest level. Their contributions to football speak for themselves, yet they continue to be overlooked.
Vote for the players you believe deserve a place in the Hall of Fame. Your votes help shine a light on these overlooked stars and make the case for their long-overdue recognition.
The Top Ten
Jim Marshall
Jim Marshall played defensive end for the Minnesota Vikings from 1961 to 1979 and was a key member of the "Purple People Eaters" defensive line. Marshall holds the NFL record for most consecutive games played by a defensive lineman with 282. He retired as the second all-time leader in career sacks for the Vikings.
Jim Marshall played defensive end for the Minnesota Vikings from 1961 to 1979 and was a key member of the "Purple People Eaters" defensive line. Marshall holds the NFL record for most consecutive games played by a defensive lineman with 282. He retired as the second all-time leader in career sacks for the Vikings. Marshall is probably most known for running a fumble the wrong way for a safety, but besides that play, Marshall was an elite and key member of the early Vikings defense. He played for almost 20 years and is an all-time great for the Vikings.
It's a travesty that he and Chuck Foreman are not in.
Ken Anderson
Ken Anderson played quarterback for the Cincinnati Bengals from 1971 to 1986 and won the NFL MVP award in 1981. Anderson led the league in passer rating four times and was named to four Pro Bowls. He helped guide the Bengals to their first Super Bowl appearance in the 1981 season.
Ken Anderson played quarterback for the Cincinnati Bengals from 1971 to 1986 and won the NFL MVP award in 1981. Anderson led the league in passer rating four times and was named to four Pro Bowls. He helped guide the Bengals to their first Super Bowl appearance in the 1981 season. Like so many have pointed out, it's weird he hasn't been inducted yet. Anderson was an NFL MVP, led the Bengals to their only Super Bowl appearance, and led the NFL in passer rating four times. There's no reason that Anderson should be out of the Hall of Fame.
Torry Holt
Torry Holt was a wide receiver for the St. Louis Rams from 1999 to 2008 and was a key part of "The Greatest Show on Turf." Holt recorded eight consecutive 1,000-yard receiving seasons and led the NFL in receiving yards in 2000 and 2003. He won a Super Bowl with the Rams in his rookie season.
Torry Holt was a wide receiver for the St. Louis Rams from 1999 to 2008 and was a key part of "The Greatest Show on Turf." Holt recorded eight consecutive 1,000-yard receiving seasons and led the NFL in receiving yards in 2000 and 2003. He won a Super Bowl with the Rams in his rookie season. Isaac Bruce had to wait for the Hall of Fame, so it's no surprise Holt has had to as well. He is a Rams legend who was a seven-time Pro Bowler, with 13,382 yards and 74 touchdowns. And that was with playing second fiddle to Bruce most of the time. He should make it in soon.
Reggie Wayne
Reggie Wayne played wide receiver for the Indianapolis Colts from 2001 to 2014 and ranks in the top 10 in career receptions and receiving yards. Wayne was a six-time Pro Bowler and had four seasons with over 1,300 receiving yards. He won a Super Bowl with the Colts during the 2006 season.
Reggie Wayne played wide receiver for the Indianapolis Colts from 2001 to 2014 and ranks in the top 10 in career receptions and receiving yards. Wayne was a six-time Pro Bowler and had four seasons with over 1,300 receiving yards. He won a Super Bowl with the Colts during the 2006 season. If Torry Holt deserves the Hall of Fame, then Wayne does too. He was also the second receiver to Marvin Harrison for a while, like Holt was to Isaac Bruce. He has 14,435 yards and 82 touchdowns to his name. He hasn't been eligible for long, but I would have expected him to be in by now.
Chuck Foreman
Chuck Foreman was a running back for the Minnesota Vikings from 1973 to 1979 and won NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year. Foreman was a five-time Pro Bowler and recorded three consecutive seasons with over 1,000 rushing yards. He played in three Super Bowls with the Vikings.
Fred Taylor
Fred Taylor was a running back for the Jacksonville Jaguars from 1998 to 2008 and rushed for over 11,000 career yards. Taylor had seven 1,000-yard rushing seasons and was named to one Pro Bowl. He is the Jaguars' all-time leading rusher.
Sterling Sharpe
Sterling Sharpe was a wide receiver for the Green Bay Packers from 1988 to 1994 and led the league in receptions three times. Sharpe recorded over 8,000 career receiving yards and was a five-time Pro Bowler. His career was cut short by a neck injury after just seven seasons.
Sterling Sharpe was a wide receiver for the Green Bay Packers from 1988 to 1994 and led the league in receptions three times. Sharpe recorded over 8,000 career receiving yards and was a five-time Pro Bowler. His career was cut short by a neck injury after just seven seasons.
Steve Tasker
Steve Tasker was a special teams standout for the Buffalo Bills from 1986 to 1997 and was named to seven Pro Bowls. Tasker was a five-time First-Team All-Pro selection as a special teams player. He played in four Super Bowls with the Bills.
Roger Craig
Roger Craig was a running back for the San Francisco 49ers from 1983 to 1990 and was the first player to record 1,000 rushing and receiving yards in the same season. Craig won three Super Bowls with the 49ers and was a four-time Pro Bowler. He was named NFL Offensive Player of the Year in 1988.
Hines Ward
Hines Ward played wide receiver for the Pittsburgh Steelers from 1998 to 2011 and is the franchise's all-time leader in receptions, receiving yards, and touchdown catches. Ward was a two-time Super Bowl champion and won Super Bowl MVP in 2005. He recorded over 12,000 career receiving yards and was a four-time Pro Bowler.
Hines Ward played wide receiver for the Pittsburgh Steelers from 1998 to 2011 and is the franchise's all-time leader in receptions, receiving yards, and touchdown catches. Ward was a two-time Super Bowl champion and won Super Bowl MVP in 2005. He recorded over 12,000 career receiving yards and was a four-time Pro Bowler.The Newcomers
? L.C. Greenwood
L.C. Greenwood was a defensive end for the Pittsburgh Steelers from 1969 to 1981 and was a key member of the "Steel Curtain" defense. Greenwood recorded five sacks in Super Bowl appearances and won four championships with the team. He was a six-time Pro Bowler and had 73.5 career sacks.
? Ricky Watters
Ricky Watters was a running back from 1992 to 2001 and rushed for over 10,000 career yards. Watters won a Super Bowl with the San Francisco 49ers in the 1994 season and scored three touchdowns in the championship game. He was a five-time Pro Bowler and had three seasons with over 1,200 rushing yards.
The Contenders
London Fletcher
London Fletcher was a linebacker who played from 1998 to 2013 and never missed a game in his 16-year career. Fletcher recorded over 2,000 tackles and was a four-time Pro Bowler. He won a Super Bowl with the St. Louis Rams in the 1999 season.
Otis Taylor
Otis Taylor was a wide receiver for the Kansas City Chiefs from 1965 to 1975 and helped lead the team to victory in Super Bowl IV. Taylor recorded over 7,000 career receiving yards and was a two-time First-Team All-Pro selection. He led the AFL in receiving yards in 1966.
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