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Fred Taylor makes semifinalist list of Pro Football Hall of Fame for 6th time
Read full article: Fred Taylor makes semifinalist list of Pro Football Hall of Fame for 6th timeFormer Jaguars running back Fred Taylor is a semifinalist for the Pro Football Hall of Fame for the sixth time, stating his case once again for enshrinement.
Bill Belichick's possible induction to the Hall of Fame could be accelerated by new rules
Read full article: Bill Belichick's possible induction to the Hall of Fame could be accelerated by new rulesBill Belichick could be eligible to be selected for the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2026 instead of 2029 following significant changes made to the selection process.
Ex-NFL player Hillis recounts rescuing son, niece from rip current off Florida beach
Read full article: Ex-NFL player Hillis recounts rescuing son, niece from rip current off Florida beachFormer NFL running back Peyton Hillis says that when his mother pointed to his son and niece drowning in the ocean, he just ran for the water.
Tony Boselli reflects on hall of fame career in letter to Jaguars fans
Read full article: Tony Boselli reflects on hall of fame career in letter to Jaguars fansOne day before the NFL draft, the first selection in Jaguars history penned an inspiring letter to Jacksonville fans and the city. In a video released on social media, Tony Boselli said that “from the moment I was drafted, it was the only place I wanted to be.”
Tony Boselli’s number officially retired, receives Pro Football Hall of Fame ring during halftime
Read full article: Tony Boselli’s number officially retired, receives Pro Football Hall of Fame ring during halftimeDays after he became the first Jacksonville Jaguar to be presented with a key to the city, Tony Boselli, the Jaguars’ first Pro Football Hall of Famer, was honored by the team Sunday during Jacksonville’s game against the Houston Texans.
Tony Boselli to be honored, receive Pro Football Hall of Fame ring during Jaguars halftime ceremony Sunday
Read full article: Tony Boselli to be honored, receive Pro Football Hall of Fame ring during Jaguars halftime ceremony SundayRepresentatives from the Hall will present Boselli with his official Pro Football Hall of Fame ring during halftime of the game.
Mayor Curry to present Tony Boselli with key to city of Jacksonville
Read full article: Mayor Curry to present Tony Boselli with key to city of JacksonvilleThe Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday, during the home game at TIAA Bank Field, will celebrate Tony Boselli, who recently became the team’s first Pro Football Hall of Famer.
Mayor Curry to present Tony Boselli with key to city of Jacksonville
Read full article: Mayor Curry to present Tony Boselli with key to city of JacksonvilleThe Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday, during the home game at TIAA Bank Field, will celebrate Tony Boselli, who recently became the team’s first Pro Football Hall of Famer.
Photo gallery: Pro Football Hall of Fame induction day honors Boselli, Butler
Read full article: Photo gallery: Pro Football Hall of Fame induction day honors Boselli, ButlerNews4JAX was in Canton, Ohio this week for the Hall of Fame game between the Jaguars and Raiders, and for the induction ceremony. Take a look at the photo gallery above to see some of the Hall of Fame sights, as well as a good number of Jaguars fans who made the trip for the historic day.
‘Thank you, Duval’: Read LeRoy Butler’s full Hall of Fame speech
Read full article: ‘Thank you, Duval’: Read LeRoy Butler’s full Hall of Fame speechJacksonville native and former Lee High School and Florida State star LeRoy Butler was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame on Saturday. This is his acceptance speech.
Brunell looking forward to being a part of Boselli’s big day
Read full article: Brunell looking forward to being a part of Boselli’s big dayNo player in Jaguars' history is more closely linked to Tony Boselli than Mark Brunell. On Saturday, the two will once again be on stage together when Brunell presents Boselli for enshrinement in the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Jacksonville student athletes score shopping spree at Academy Sports & Outdoors
Read full article: Jacksonville student athletes score shopping spree at Academy Sports & OutdoorsAcademy Sports and Outdoors and The Boselli Foundation on Tuesday provided a $2,800 shopping spree to 28 Jacksonville student athletes from Matthew W. Gilbert Middle School.
Jacksonville-area duo Tony Boselli, LeRoy Butler earn Pro Football Hall of Fame honor
Read full article: Jacksonville-area duo Tony Boselli, LeRoy Butler earn Pro Football Hall of Fame honorTony Boselli was the bedrock of the expansion Jaguars. LeRoy Butler grew up in Jacksonville and went on to star at the highest levels of football. Two Jacksonville icons, both going into the Pro Football Hall of Fame together.
Will Pro Football Hall call finally arrive for Tony Boselli, LeRoy Butler?
Read full article: Will Pro Football Hall call finally arrive for Tony Boselli, LeRoy Butler?The Jacksonville area has two finalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame — Jaguars left tackle Tony Boselli and Packers safety LeRoy Butler — which will be revealed on Thursday night during the NFL Honors show.
Boselli, Taylor listed as Hall of Fame semifinalists again
Read full article: Boselli, Taylor listed as Hall of Fame semifinalists againJaguars' greats Tony Boselli and Fred Taylor are Pro Football Hall of Fame semi-finalists again this year. It's the seventh straight year for Boselli. It's the third time for Taylor.
Boselli, Butler, await Hall of Fame vote, taken virtually this year
Read full article: Boselli, Butler, await Hall of Fame vote, taken virtually this year(AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar, File)JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Usually, the Hall of Fame selectors meet in a conference room at the league hotel at the site of the Super Bowl on Saturday morning, the day before the game. There, they present the 15 finalists, discuss and vote, paring the list down to 10, and finally to the 5 modern-day players selected for enshrinement in the hall of Fame in Canton. Of course, there are a couple of Jacksonville connections among the final 15. The Hall of Fame tweeted out a piece of his presentation:The HOF Selection Committee is meeting virtually today to discuss the candidates for the #PFHOF21 Class. “All the guys on that list have great credentials,” Boselli said after being named as one of the final 15 yet again.
Boselli and Butler named Pro Football HOF finalists again
Read full article: Boselli and Butler named Pro Football HOF finalists againFormer Packers safety LeRoy Butler, left, and former Jaguars offensive tackle Tony Boselli were named NFL hall of fame finalists. (AP photos)JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Tony Boselli and LeRoy Butler are Pro Football Hall of Fame finalists again, while the wait continues for Fred Taylor. Butler, a former Packers safety who was largely credited for starting the famed Lambeau Leap, was named a finalist for the second straight year. Boselli was a Pro Bowl selection from 1996-2000 before injuries ended his career. He had 721 tackles and was inducted into the Packers hall of fame in 2007.
Floyd Little, Syracuse and Broncos great, dies at 78
Read full article: Floyd Little, Syracuse and Broncos great, dies at 78FILE - In this Sept.1969 file photo, Denver Broncos' Floyd Little avoids the tackle of New York Jets' Steve O'Neal (20) during a football game in Denver. Little, the Hall of Fame running back who starred at Syracuse and for the Denver Broncos, has died. (AP Photo/File)DENVER – Floyd Little, the versatile running back who starred at Syracuse and for the Denver Broncos, has died after a long bout with cancer. “So, I supposedly saved the franchise.”Little was elected to the College Football Hall of Fame in 1983 and the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2010. “Floyd Little was a true hero of the game," said David Baker, president and CEO of the pro hall.
HOF linebacker, pass rush great Kevin Greene dies at 58
Read full article: HOF linebacker, pass rush great Kevin Greene dies at 58Greene died Monday, Dec. 21, 2020, the family confirmed, as did the Pro Football Hall of Fame. He played for Los Angeles Rams (1985–1992), Pittsburgh Steelers (1993–1995), Carolina Panthers (1996, 1998-99) and San Francisco 49ers (1997). “We lost an amazing player and person this morning with the passing of Kevin Greene,” Rooney said. “So sad to hear the news of Kevin Greene passing away,” Steelers defensive lineman Cam Heyward said. Prayers to Kevin Greene a legend.”Greene had 14 or more sacks in three different seasons, including twice with the Panthers late in his career.
Fred Dean, 68, fearsome pass rusher of 49ers' dynasty, dies
Read full article: Fred Dean, 68, fearsome pass rusher of 49ers' dynasty, diesFILE - In this Saturday, Aug. 2, 2008, file photo, former San Diego Chargers defensive end Fred Dean waves to fans after his speech at the Pro Football Hall of Fame, in Canton, Ohio. Dean, the fearsome pass rusher who was a key part of the launch of the San Francisco 49ers' dynasty, has died. His death on Wednesday night, Oct. 14, 2020, was confirmed Thursday by the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio. (AP Photo/Mark Duncan, File)
What Jimmy Smith, Fred Taylor and Tony Boselli are saying about their Hall of Fame chances
Read full article: What Jimmy Smith, Fred Taylor and Tony Boselli are saying about their Hall of Fame chancesThis year there are 130 players on the list, including Tony Boselli, who has been a finalist for the last three years as well as former Jaguars Jimmy Smith and Fred Taylor. But he has never been selected as one of the 25 finalists for the Hall of Fame. Then the Hall of Fame committee will choose the five individuals who will be inducted in the class of 2021. And every eligible player ahead of Taylor on the all-time rushing list is in the Hall of Fame. Boselli said in a text to News4Jax:“It’s always an honor to be nominated for the Hall of Fame.
Three former Jaguars nominated for Pro Football Hall of Fame
Read full article: Three former Jaguars nominated for Pro Football Hall of FameJACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Three Jaguars and one Jacksonville native are nominees for the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s Class of 2021. Boselli, the first draft pick in Jaguars history, and Butler were Pro Football Hall of Fame finalists last year. He was a Pro Bowl selection from 1996-2000 before injuries ended his career. He was a Pro Bowl selection following the 2007 season. He was a four-time Pro Bowl selection.
Peyton Manning, Charles Woodson 2021 Hall of Fame candidates
Read full article: Peyton Manning, Charles Woodson 2021 Hall of Fame candidatesPeyton Manning and Charles Woodson are among 14 first-year eligible candidates for the Pro Football Hall of Fame. The roster of nominees consists of 65 offensive players, 49 defensive players and 16 special teams players. A maximum of five modern-era players will be chosen when the selection committee meets the Saturday before the Super Bowl in Tampa, Florida. Eighteen finalists will be presented to the full 48-member panel: the 15 modern-era finalists, and the recently nominated Drew Pearson (senior); Bill Nunn (contributor); and Tom Flores (coach). Enshrinement at the hall in Canton, Ohio, will take place next August, when members of the 2020 class and a special centennial class also will enter the football shrine.
Could Hall of Fame changes help Tony Boselli's chances?
Read full article: Could Hall of Fame changes help Tony Boselli's chances?JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - Tony Boselli's chances of making the Pro Football Hall of Fame may have just improved. The NFL is celebrating its 100th season this year, and with it, we could see a change in the voting for the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Pro Football Hall of Fame president David Baker told SiriusXM NFL radio that the Hall could expand the class of 2020 from the usual eight to 20 inductees. That would not be the case, so it could help Boselli's chances. Boselli has been a finalist for the Pro Football Hall of Fame the past three seasons but has yet to make it to the final five needed to be selected for induction in Canton.
On this day: September 27
Read full article: On this day: September 271998: Pro Football Hall of Fame halfback and kicker Doak Walker, who won two NFL championships in his six years with the Detroit Lions, dies at the age of 71 as a result of injuries suffered previously in a skiing accident. Walker led the NFL in scoring twice (1950 and 1955) and tallied 534 points in his career (330 on field goals and extra points). He was named the NFL Rookie of the Year in 1950 and also earned the Heisman Trophy as a junior at Southern Methodist University in 1948. The Doak Walker Award, first awarded in 1990, honors the top college football running back in America. Walker is also an inductee of the College Football Hall of Fame.