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Mongo got in and an mdmost favorite, Steve Sabol of NFL Films got in. There was nothing better than watching old NFL films during the lead up to each Super Bowl. Not to mention all the great segments you'd get from NFL Films on HBO's Inside The NFL. 

Pro Football Hall of Fame Centennial Class revealed

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  • By Grant Gordon NFL.com
  • Published: Jan. 15, 2020 at 08:16 a.m.
  • Updated: Jan. 15, 2020 at 09:32 a.m.
 
 

The Pro Football Hall of Fame Centennial Class of 2020's remaining 13 inductees -- 10 seniors and three contributors -- are being revealed today on Good Morning Football live on NFL Network. They follow the previous announcements over the weekend of Bill Cowher and Jimmy Johnson. The 15 inductees will be joined by five modern-day selections announced the day before the Super Bowl during NFL Honors on Feb. 1.

Here are the members of the Pro Football Centennial Class of 2020:

Jim Covert, OT, 1983-1990 Chicago Bears

They called him "Jimbo," and in the shadow of one of the most famed defensive teams of all-time, Jim Covert was an offensive standout who paved the way for all-time great Walter Payton when the Bears won Super Bowl XX. A two-time All-Pro selection, Covert was the sixth overall pick in the 1983 NFL Draft, the No. 13 Bear of all-time in the franchise's top 100 list and a member of the NFL's 1980s All-Decade Team.

Winston Hill, OT, 1963-1976 New York Jets/1977 Los Angeles Rams

Protecting Joe Namath's backside autumn after autumn, Winston Hill was a four-time AFL All-Star and four-time Pro Bowl pick. The left tackle also earned three All-Pro nods during a decorated 15-season career that at one point boasted a string of 174 starts. The Texas native was a crucial cog in the Jets winning Super Bowl III.

Harold Carmichael, WR, 1971-1983 Philadelphia Eagles/1984 Dallas Cowboys

There are prototypical wide receivers and there is Harold Carmichael, a Philly favorite who boasted a 6-foot-8, 225-pound frame. A four-time Pro Bowler, three-time All-Pro and NFL 1970s All-Decade Team honoree, the big-bodied Eagle produced three 1,000-yard seasons and proved pivotal in Philadelphia advancing to its first Super Bowl in 1980. He ended his days with the Eagles as the career leader in every major receiving statistic and for his career had 590 catches for 8,985 yards and 79 touchdowns.

Duke Slater, OT, 1922 Milwaukee Badgers/1922-25 Rock Island Independents/1926-1931 Chicago Cardinals

A transformative and hugely important figure in the history of football, Duke Slater was the first African-American lineman in league chronicle. A standout on both sides of the ball, Slater was a multiple-time All-Pro.

Ed Sprinkle, DE/LB, 1944-1955 Chicago Bears

A two-way player at the onset of his NFL career, Ed Sprinkle's reputation truly grew and remained due to his defensive prowess. Known for his hard-charging ways and aggressive play, Sprinkle helped the Bears to a 1946 NFL Championship, was a four-time Pro Bowl pick and was a member of the 1940s All-Decade Team.

Steve Sabol, Administrator/President, 1964-2012 NFL Films

A memorable voice who told the tale of autumns past to NFL fans, Steve Sabol took over as the president of NFL Films in 1985 from his father Ed, who created the company. During his time with NFL Films, Steve Sabol won more than 40 Emmy Awards and oversaw 107 Emmy wins for NFL Films.

Alex Karras, DT, 1958-1962, 1964-1970 Detroit Lions

One of the NFL alumni's most famous faces on the big and small screen, Alex Karras was as destructive on the NFL field as he was noticeable in projects such as "Blazing Saddles" and the TV show "Webster." Through his career with the Lions, the 1958 first-round pick was a four-time Pro Bowl pick, a three-time All-Pro and an NFL 1960s All-Decade Team selection.

Bobby Dillon, S, 1952-1959 Green Bay Packers

A ball hawk in the Packers' defensive backfield for eight seasons, Bobby Dillon tallied 52 career interceptions during his days in Green Bay. He had an eye-popping nine picks in three individual seasons. For five straight years, Dillon was a Pro Bowler with three of those seasons accompanied by All-Pro accolades.

Donnie Shell, S, 1974-1987 Pittsburgh Steelers

The Steel Curtain defense was loaded with talented standouts and Donnie Shell was one of them. For 14 seasons, Shell patrolled the defensive backfield, winning four Super Bowls, nabbing five Pro Bowl selections and garnering 51 interceptions. Shell's interception total was the most all-time for a strong safety upon his retirement and is currently tied for 32nd.

George Young, Contributor/General Manager, 1968-1974 Baltimore Colts, 1975-78 Miami Dolphins, 1979-1997 New York Giants, 1998-2001 National Football League

One of the most respective NFL executives of his day, George Young aided mightily in the Giants winning two Super Bowls during his time as general manager from 1979-1997. Thereafter, he was the NFL's senior vice president of football operations from 1998-2001.

Cliff Harris, S, 1970-1979 Dallas Cowboys

Throughout the 1970s, Cliff Harris was a phenomenal constant in the defensive backfield for America's Team. Amazingly, Dallas made it to the postseason in nine of Harris' 10 seasons, including five Super Bowl appearances with two victories. A Pro Bowler in six straight seasons starting in 1974 and going through the final campaign of his career, Harris was a three-time All-Pro who tallied 29 interceptions and 18 fumble recoveries.

Mac Speedie, End, 1946-1952 Cleveland Browns

Bestowed with a fitting name for his future NFL prowess, Mac Speedie was a receiver before his time. Named to the NFL's 1940s All-Decade Team, the six-time All-Pro led the league in receptions on four occasions and twice was led in receiving yards. In 1947 and 1949, he surpassed the 1,000-yard receiving barrier.

Paul Tagliabue, Commissioner, 1989-2006 NFL

The NFL's leading man for parts of three decades, Paul Tagliabue led the league into the 21st century and oversaw its expansion from 28 to 32 teams. During his time, the Jacksonville Jaguars, Carolina Panthers, Houston Texans and reborn Cleveland Browns all came to be. He also navigated the NFL's expansion into Europe and helmed the league through the most arduous times such as the tragedies of 9/11 and Hurricane Katrina.

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carmichael in is a complete knife in the back to Pearson.  Harold Charmichael never made a clutch catch in his life.  the guy was never even a first team ALL PRO.  Pearson was 1st team 3 times and 2nd team once.

Personally I hope Cliff Harris says something...

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From Tim Cowlishaw's twitter:

I know it’s different categories. But on same day Drew Pearson fails to make HOF, Paul Tagliabue who called concussion stories “pack journalism” and created “Mild Traumatic Brain Injury Committee” headed by a rheumatologist earns his gold jacket. Way to go, blue ribbon panel.

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44 minutes ago, BonzoMontreaux said:

No love for Bobby Dillon?

Thanks for reminding me. I read his obit in August, one of those Longhorns who never seemed to get much pub regarding his association with the University. After his playing days, he was an executive at Wilsonart in Temple. Too bad he missed out on the news, but he was also apparently suffering from dementia at the end of his life. Hook em, Bobby.

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Could not find another thread to park this... 

 

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 I hope Jimbo Covert whoops his ass.  I kid, I kid.  I like Favre.  

I loved Covert growing up in Chicago.  That whole OL was just filthy---Hilgenberg, Bortz, Van Horn. 

Crazy that Covert got into the HOF despite only playing 7 full seasons, with a whopping 2 pro bowl appearances.  But in the mid-80's he was the best in the business.  That whole OL played something crazy like 125 games together.  Absolutely unheard of since then.  /csb

 

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#2 at TEXAS... One of my favorite Longhorns!! 🤘

 

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Pos rep for posting the video, he was a little before my but always enjoy clips of him.  Didn't realize he threw 7 passes in college and 2 for touchdowns.

I'm gonna go out on a limb and guess that, despite his great senior year, that the song chosen to accompany this promo reel have sunk his Heisman chances.  "You've got the Touch" by Alabama.  Please tell me somebody in the SID office got fired after this?  Also didn't help we won a whopping 3 games versus I-A teams that year.  

Sucks for him that he never beat OU or A&M in his four years here.  What's Metcalf up to nowadays?  

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54 minutes ago, Lobo said:

Pos rep for posting the video, he was a little before my but always enjoy clips of him.  Didn't realize he threw 7 passes in college and 2 for touchdowns.

I'm gonna go out on a limb and guess that, despite his great senior year, that the song chosen to accompany this promo reel have sunk his Heisman chances.  "You've got the Touch" by Alabama.  Please tell me somebody in the SID office got fired after this?  Also didn't help we won a whopping 3 games versus I-A teams that year.  

Sucks for him that he never beat OU or A&M in his four years here.  What's Metcalf up to nowadays?  

 

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1 hour ago, Lobo said:

Pos rep for posting the video, he was a little before my but always enjoy clips of him.  Didn't realize he threw 7 passes in college and 2 for touchdowns.

I'm gonna go out on a limb and guess that, despite his great senior year, that the song chosen to accompany this promo reel have sunk his Heisman chances.  "You've got the Touch" by Alabama.  Please tell me somebody in the SID office got fired after this?  Also didn't help we won a whopping 3 games versus I-A teams that year.  

Sucks for him that he never beat OU or A&M in his four years here.  What's Metcalf up to nowadays?  

He’s a track coach up in Seattle. My wife got in touch with him a couple years ago and sent him a couple of pictures of my brother and I with him when we were 8 and 9. He signed them and sent a nice note back. Top 3 longhorn for me. 

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at Tech, the north endzone stands were still grass on the hill and $6 on game day...just right for a high school sophomore to get it. I got to see Eric Metcalf and UT come to Lubbock and was absolutely amazed at his lateral quickness, accentuated by my cheap ass seats at the north end of the field.  At the time i was unaware of how established he was as a track guy too; but it was going through my head about how badass he could also be at Long Jump. Yeah, just a two time NCAA champ in it.  LOlz.

The way he carried himself made him easy to root for, even as a rival school fan.

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11 minutes ago, TheStoicPaisano said:

My most vivid Browns memory. I’m 35.

 

 

Thanks for posting this!!  Forgot about the Browns bandana that Eric wore on his head back then like Deon.  In this video, the announcer said that Eric was doubtful for that game due to a knee injury... what a "Baller"!! 🤘 

 

 

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6 hours ago, Lobo said:

Pos rep for posting the video, he was a little before my but always enjoy clips of him.  Didn't realize he threw 7 passes in college and 2 for touchdowns.

I'm gonna go out on a limb and guess that, despite his great senior year, that the song chosen to accompany this promo reel have sunk his Heisman chances.  "You've got the Touch" by Alabama.  Please tell me somebody in the SID office got fired after this?  Also didn't help we won a whopping 3 games versus I-A teams that year.  

Sucks for him that he never beat OU or A&M in his four years here.  What's Metcalf up to nowadays?  

My dad compiled the video clips for that promo. I'm not sure who chose the music (he's told me but i forget the guy's name), but I still make fun of my dad for having anything to do with that video. Of course he always replies with a quote from the Browns GM who said that seeing that video prompted him to trade up to get Metcalf, so apparently it worked? Either way, it remains the most LOL highlight reel i've ever seen, in any sport, anywhere. 

 

edit/csb: my dad and Eric were actually tweeting back and forth about this recently, which was kind of funny.

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these moves against the Bengals are not human:
 

I remember seeing this game live on TV and just shouting out “holy shit” when he made those moves. He would be the perfect RB for the way the game is played today.
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