NFL Hall of Fame list by year includes Peyton Manning (2021), Jerry Rice (2010), Lawrence Taylor (1999), Anthony Munoz (1998) and Mike Webster (1997). 

Pro Football Hall Of Fame (HOF) also known as NFL HOF includes a plethora of sports stars who were considered the best inductees from their class. 

It is a hard job to decipher which player is the greatest in the history of the NFL. Pro football association honors the player for their contribution to the game. 

HOF inducts only the best of the best thus those guys who made it into the list are monsters on their own.

Deion Sanders HOF inductee has accomplishments in two sports similar to NBA legend Michael Jordan. Sanders became successful in both baseball and Football. 

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Best Pro Football Hall of Famers Of All Time

Ronde Barber – 2023

Ronde Barber is one of the new inductees to the NFL Hall of Fame alongside Zach Thomas, Ken Riley, and Darrelle Revis. Barber played Cornerback in NFL. 

Barber proved himself in all strata of football. He was Rookie of the Year, part of an all-decade team, and super bowl champion. He had done it all and was enshrined in the hall in his sixth year of eligibility. 

The 48-year-old former cornerback is an underrated athlete, he has given so much to the sport and even led Tampa Bay Buccaneers to their super bowl win against Oakland. 

Barber did not chime into the Buccaneers, he made significant plays and is among the best in cornerbacks along with the HOF inductee and Colorado coach Deion Sanders. 

Moreover, he was a staple to the defense of Tampa Bay also the player’s story is quite inspiring as despite being selected in the third round of the draft, he built his way up. 

Other NFL 2023 finalist are as follows;

• Jared Allen
• Willie Anderson
• Dwight Freeney
• Devin Hester
• Torry Holt
• Andre Johnson
• Albert Lewis
• Darrelle Revis (inducted)
• Joe Thomas (inducted)
• Zach Thomas  (inducted)
• DeMarcus Ware (inducted)
• Reggie Wayne 
• Patrick Willis
• Darren Woodson
• Chuck Howley (inducted)
• Joe Klecko (inducted)

Tony Boselli – 2022

Tony Boselli and Cliff Branch are 2022 Hall of Famers. Bonelli spent the majority of his career with the Jaguars. 

Similarly, Branch spent most of his career with the Oakland Raiders. Cliff played the position of Wide receiver for more than a decade. 

Tony had one of the shortest stints in the NFL but still, he was able to get honored as a Hall of Famer. He is a top athlete who shall be immortalized in the books of the NFL. 

The finalists of the 2022 Hall of Fame are as follows;

• Jared Allen
• Willie Anderson
• Ronde Barber
• Leroy Butler (inducted)
• Devin Hester
• Torry Holt
• Andre Johnson
• Sam Mills (inducted)
• Richard Seymour (inducted)
• Zach Thomas
• DeMarcus Ware
• Reggie Wayne
• Patrick Willis 
• Bryant Young (inducted)

Peyton Manning – 2021

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— Pro Football Hall of Fame (@ProFootballHOF) July 16, 2023

Peyton Manning is the NFL Hall of Fame inductee in ’21, he is one of the best QB in the game. Tom Brady had an on-field rivalry against Manning. 

Both are accomplished quarterbacks, they piqued the interest of the fans as these footballers are part of barbershops, cafes, or bars that talk about the greatest of all time. 

Manning has two super bowl rings and five MVPs but Brady has seven championship rings and five MVPs. Tom has surpassed Manning but the plays made by Peyton are still considered one of the best. 

This pro footballer is also enshrined in the college hall of fame. Manning’s football blood runs through his family. His brother Eli Manning is a former NFL QB from Ole Miss. 

Arguably, the best Qbs depend on one’s personal interest and supporter of a particular team but Manning is among the top five goats in the history of the NFL. 

Furthermore, finalists of Pro football fame are as follows;

• Jared Allen
• Ronde Barber 
• Tony Bonelli
• Leroy Butler
• Alan Faneca
• Torry Holt
• Calvin Johnson 
• John Lynch (inducted)
• Peyton Manning (inducted)
• Clay Mattews
• Sam Mills
• Richards Seymour
• Zach Thomas
• Reggie Wayne
• Charles Woodson (inducted)

Troy Polamalu – 2020

Troy Polamalu is a Hall of Famer of Steelers, he is a top athlete who has won 2x Super Bowls and All defensive player award. 

Polamalu has a flauting hair. Troy’s beautiful hair was carved in his HOF statue. Polamalu’s 2020 class included Donnie Shell, Duke Stater, Mac Speedie, and Ed Sprinkle.  

Moreover, other non-playing staff such as coaches were enshrined in the pro football wall of fame. That said, the finalist of that year are as follows;

• Edgerrin James (inducted)
• George Young (inducted)
• Bryant Young
• Mac Speedie (inducted)
• Winston Hill (inducted)
• Steve Atwater (inducted)
• LeRoy Butler
• Alex Karras (inducted)
• Torry Holt
• Isaac Bruce (inducted)
• Sam Mills
• Paul Tagliabue (inducted)
• Alan Faneca
• Steve Hutchinson (inducted)
• Harold Carmichael (inducted)
• Jim Covert (inducted)
• Bobby Dillion (inducted)
• Cliff Harris (inducted)

Ed Reed – 2019

Ed Reed is within the list of first ballot hall of famers from the class of ’19. He, Tony, and Bailey were inducted in the same year, they were also voted in HOF for the first time.  

Reed is the legend of the game, he was the last line of defense for Ravens, Texans, and Jets. He managed to outsmart his opponents by intercepting passes and leading his teams to important playoff matches. 

Reed has a plethora of accomplishments like three-time NFL interception leader in the 2010s. He is a prolific player turned coach in the NFL. 

Ed was an asset to the club, he was awarded with defensive player of the year in 2004. In the twilight years of his career, and won a super bowl ring with his Baltimore team in ’12.  

The player from Louisiana never disappointed his team fans, or his opponents as he was driven to win and play the best game. 

NFL players in the class of 19 are as follows;

• Johnny Robinson
• Champ Bailey
• Tony Gonzalez
• Ty Law
• Kevin Mawae

Cortez Kennedy – 2012

Cortez Kennedy is the top Defensive tackle player who comes within the top in the NFL Hall of Fame list in alphabetical order. Kenny was inducted into the class of ’12. 

Kennedy is a Seahawks legend who was not able to win the Super Bowl. However, it does not diminish his contribution and pertinence in the game. 

Cortez is a mesmerizing figure he was against the likes of the Cowboys, Bills, and 49ers in their dominating era. Despite the stiff competition, he was able to make a name for himself in the nose tackle position. 

Seahawks player recorded 668 tackles and 58 sacks, he had fewer interceptions but his aggressive defense made him a renowned figure in pro football. 

Besides, his achievement with NFL, he is a two-time NCAA champion.  He also tried his hands at coaching for a short time with his friend Mickey Loomis. 

Unfortunately, the legend passed away in 2017. His cause of death is heart failure, Before leading into his death, he was feeling unease and swelling in his leg. 

The remaining national league players in 2012 are;

• Jack Butler
• Dermontti Dawson
• Chris Doleman
• Curtis Martin
• Willie Roaf

Jerry Rice – 2010

Jerry Rice is the 2010 inductee of the NFL Hall of Fame list by teams like the 49ers, Raiders, and Seahawks. He was the best offensive player at the time. 

Rice won three Super Bowls with the 49ers, they were quite dominant during the era. He won MVP in the Bowl in ’95. Rice is the all-star wide receiver whose receiving average was 14.8. 

It is one of the highest averages in the league and he successfully carried out nearly 200 touchdowns in his career. Jerry was a valuable player for Seatlle to reign their dominance in the late 80s to 90s. 

Philadelphia’s athlete made history in the NFL by becoming the oldest player to catch a touchdown in the league at the age of 40. 

Similarly, he was a receiving touchdowns leader during his time with Seattle. This 60-year-old athlete was one of the best of the best among Sanders, Ronnie Lott, Walter Payton, and others. 

Played inducted alongside him are as follows;

• Russ Grimm
• Rickey Jackson
• Dick LeBeau
• Floyd Little
• John Randle
• Emmitt Smith

Bruce Smith – 2009

Bruce Smith is a Pro Football HOF of the 2009 class, he played for the Bills and Redskins in his career. Smith spent most of his time with the Buffalo Bills. 

Smith is one of the unluckiest halls of farmers, he and the Bills went to the Superbowls four consecutive times from ’91-94 but were defeated by the Cowboys twice, Redskins, and NY Giants. 

Bruce was an instrumental figure in taking his team to the competition but they failed to grasp the cup each time. He was a two-time Defensive Player Award recipient. 

Bill’s defensive end player had a notable career, his contribution to the team was the greatest in the team’s history. Since, retiring from the game, the Bills have not come close to the Superbowl finals. 

No. 78 of Buffalos registered over 1,224 tackles in his career. His jersey was retired by the club and the player was inducted into their wall of fame. 

A list of other players enshrined in the Pro Football Wall of Fame are;

• Bob Hayes
• Randall McDaniel
• Derrick Thomas
• Ralph C. Wilson
• Rod Woodson

Lawrence Taylor – 1999

Lawrence Taylor is a Pro Hall of Famer inducted in 1999. He was inducted in the first ballot vote. Taylor’s son gave the introduction speech at the honorary function. 

Taylor is an accomplished athlete who has experienced highs and lows in his life and career. Despite being in the greatest stage of his career, he abused drugs in his rookie season. 

Virginia-origin athlete was blessed by immense talent. Thus, after putting in the hours of work, he was able to register his name as the greatest linebacker of all time. 

Taylor’s best season was in ’86. He won the Superbowl and received the personal award of MVP in the same year. He has three defensive Players of the Year title.

Other inductees in 1999 are as follows;

• Tom Mack 
• Ozzie Newsome
• Billy Shaw
• Lawrence Taylor