In a momentous announcement, the Pro Football Hall of Fame has unveiled its modern-era finalists for the Class of 2024, spotlighting exceptional talents, with first-year eligibles Antonio Gates and Julius Peppers taking center stage.
Stellar Finalists Lineup
The modern-era player finalists for 2024, revealed on NFL Network, feature a distinguished array of football icons:
- Eric Allen, DB: 1988-1994 Philadelphia Eagles, 1995-1997 New Orleans Saints, 1998-2001 Oakland Raiders
- Jared Allen, DE: 2004-2007 Kansas City Chiefs, 2008-2013 Minnesota Vikings, 2014-2015 Chicago Bears, 2015 Carolina Panthers
- Willie Anderson, OT: 1996-2007 Cincinnati Bengals, 2008 Baltimore Ravens
- Jahri Evans, OL: 2006-2016 New Orleans Saints, 2017 Green Bay Packers
- Dwight Freeney, DE: 2002-2012 Indianapolis Colts, 2013-14 San Diego Chargers, 2015 Arizona Cardinals, 2016 Atlanta Falcons, 2017 Detroit Lions, 2017 Seattle Seahawks
- Antonio Gates, TE: 2003-2018 San Diego/Los Angeles Chargers
- Rodney Harrison, DB: 1994-2002 San Diego Chargers, 2003-2008 New England Patriots
- Devin Hester, PR/KR/WR: 2006-2013 Chicago Bears, 2014-2015 Atlanta Falcons, 2016 Baltimore Ravens, 2016 Seattle Seahawks
- Torry Holt, WR: 1999-2008 St. Louis Rams, 2009 Jacksonville Jaguars
- Andre Johnson, WR: 2003-2014 Houston Texans, 2015 Indianapolis Colts, 2016 Tennessee Titans
- Julius Peppers, DE: 2002-2009/2017-2018 Carolina Panthers, 2010-2013 Chicago Bears, 2014-2016 Green Bay Packers
- Fred Taylor, RB: 1998-2008 Jacksonville Jaguars, 2009-2010 New England Patriots
- Reggie Wayne, WR: 2001-2014 Indianapolis Colts
- Patrick Willis, LB: 2007-2014 San Francisco 49ers
- Darren Woodson, S: 1992-2003 Dallas Cowboys
Selection Committee’s Rigorous Process
The path to football immortality involves a stringent selection process by the Hall‘s Selection Committee. Commencing with 173 nominees in September, the list was whittled down to 25 semifinalists in November.
In addition to the modern-era finalists, the Class of 2024 will feature senior finalists Randy Gradishar, Steve McMichael, and Art Powell, along with contributor/coach finalist Buddy Parker.
Grand Induction Celebration
The crowning moment for the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2024 awaits during NFL Honors on Thursday, Feb. 8, at 9 p.m. ET. Broadcasting on CBS, NFL Network, and streaming on Paramount+ and NFL+, this event promises a jubilant tribute to football excellence.
As football aficionados eagerly await this prestigious occasion, the stage is set to honor the heroes etching their names into football’s illustrious history. Stay tuned for an unforgettable night, celebrating the enduring legacy of these gridiron legends.