Hall of Fame Class of 2022: First-Year Eligible Players
By Julie Skaff | July 10, 2020 |
One of the main qualifications to be considered for a nomination into the Pro Football Hall of Fame is being retired for at least five years. The wait for these legendary players is long, but always worth it when they hear the knock on their door from Pro Football Hall of Fame President David Baker.
The following players excelled during their careers and have been inactive in the NFL since 2017, making 2022 the first year they will be eligible to be inducted in the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Anquan Boldin
Wide Receiver for Arizona Cardinals (2003–2009), Baltimore Ravens (2010–2012), San Francisco 49ers (2013–2015) and Detroit Lions (2016).
Chad Greenway
Linebacker for Minnesota Vikings (2006–2016)
Andre Johnson
Wide Receiver for Houston Texans (2003–2014), Indianapolis Colts (2015) and Tennessee Titans (2016)
Mario Williams
Defensive End/Linebacker for Houston Texans (2006–2011), Buffalo Bills (2012–2015) and Miami Dolphins (2016).
Tony Romo
Quarterback for Dallas Cowboys (2003–2016).
Robert Mathis
Defensive End for Indianapolis Colts (2003–2016).
Steve Smith
Wide Receiver for Carolina Panthers (2001–2013) and Baltimore Ravens (2014–2016).
DeMarcus Ware
Linebacker for Dallas Cowboys (2005–2013) and Denver Broncos (2014–2016).
Vince Wilfork
Defensive Tackle for New England Patriots (2004–2014) and Houston Texans (2015–2016).
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Will any of these 2022 eligible retired players make it all the way to Canton to receive a Gold Jacket? We will have to wait to find out!
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