NFL Hall Of Fame Inductees By Year Since 2008

The NFL Hall of Fame Inductees for the year 2023 include the players, each with their unique story and list of accomplishments. 

Each player has helped their team succeed and been awarded the most significant honor in football. The NFL Hall of Fame inductees for the year 2023 are:

• Ronde Barber
• Darrelle Revis
• Joe Thomas
• Zach Thomas
• DeMarcus Ware

Ronde is a former professional football player. He has spent 16 years as a cornerback with the NFL's Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Barber is the only player in NFL history to have over 40 interceptions and 25 touchdowns in his career. In 2014, he was inducted into the Virginia Sports Hall of Fame. 

Darrelle is a former football cornerback who has spent 11 seasons with National Football League. He has played most of his career with New York Jets and has won Super Bowl XLIX with the Patriots. 

Joe played as an offensive tackle for the Cleveland Browns for 11 seasons. He tied for fifth place in NFL history during his career with his 10 Pro Bowl selections. 

Zach was a middle linebacker for 13 seasons in the National Football League. In his career, Thomas was chosen for the Pro Bowl seven times and five times for the First Team All-Pro.

DeMarcus played as an outside linebacker in the NFL for the Dallas Cowboys and Denver Broncos. As a member of the Dallas Cowboys, Ware recorded the most sacks ever by a player with 28 and forced the most fumbles ever by 32.

The NFL Hall Of Fame Inductees for the year 2022 are;

• Tony Boselli
• Richard Seymour
• Reggie Wayne
• Sam Mills

Tony an offensive tackle for the Jacksonville Jaguars, was a five-time Pro Bowler, three-time First-Team All-Pro pick. He assisted in the team's two AFC Championship Games appearances.

Richard, a defensive lineman who played for the New England Patriots and Oakland Raiders, was selected to the First Team All-Pro three times. He also helped the Patriots win three Super Bowls.

Reggie was an Indianapolis Colts wide receiver who was a six-time Pro Bowler. He also helped the Colts in winning Super Bowl XLI.

Sam played as a linebacker for the New Orleans Saints and Carolina Panthers.He was a member of the Saints' first Hall of Fame class and was chosen for the First Team All-Pro twice and the Pro Bowl five times.

The NFL Hall Of Fame Inductees for the year 2021 are; 

• Peyton Manning
• Charles Woodson
• John Lynch
• Alan Faneca
• Calvin Johnson

Peyton played as a quarterback for the Denver Broncos and the Indianapolis Colts. He has many NFL records, including the most career touchdown passes, and was a five-time NFL MVP and two-time Super Bowl champion.

Charles played as a defensive end for the Washington Football Team, Green Bay Packers, and Oakland Raiders. Woodson won NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year and NFL Defensive Player of the Year honors.

John played as a safety for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Denver Broncos. He played in nine Pro Bowls, was twice named to the First Team All-Pro, and assisted the Buccaneers in winning Super Bowl XXXVII.

Alan played 13 seasons in the NFL in the position of guard. Faneca was a nine-time member of the Pro Bowl and a six-time first-team All-Pro pick. He also assisted the Steelers in winning Super Bowl XL.

Calvin a wide receiver who played for the Detroit Lions was a six-time Pro Bowler and three-time First-Team All-Pro pick. He holds many NFL records, including the most receiving yards in a single season.

The NFL Hall Of Fame Inductees for the year 2020 are;

• Steve Atwater
• Isaac Bruce
• Troy Polamalu
• Edgerrin James
• Steve Hutchinson

Steve Atwater was a safety who played for the New York Jets and the Denver Broncos. He was a two-time First-Team All-Pro pick and an eight-time Pro Bowler.  

In 1997 and 1998, he assisted in the Broncos' back-to-back Super Bowl victories.

Bruce played as a wide receiver for the San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles/St. Louis Rams. Bruce was selected to the First Team All-Pro once and played in four Pro Bowls.

Troy, a safety with the Pittsburgh Steelers was a four-time first-team All-Pro selection and an eight-time Pro Bowl participant. He is the all-time top player for interceptions returned for scores.

Edgerrin played as a running back with the Seattle Seahawks, the Arizona Cardinals, and the Indianapolis Colts. He is one of the all-time leaders in rushing yards and touchdowns. He was a four-time Pro Bowler and two-time First-Team All-Pro selection.

Steve was an offensive lineman who played for the Tennessee Titans, Minnesota Vikings, and Seattle Seahawks. He was a five-time First-Team All-Pro pick and a seven-time Pro Bowler. 

The NFL Hall Of Fame Inductees for the year 2019 are;

• Ed Reed
• Champ Bailey
• Tony Gonzalez
• Ty Law
• Kevin Mawae

Reed, a safety who played for the Houston Texans and the Baltimore Ravens, is recognized as one of the best safeties in NFL history.

He has the record for the longest interception return in Super Bowl history and assisted the Ravens in winning the game in Super Bowl XLVII.

Bailey played as a cornerback for the Washington Redskins and Denver Broncos. He was selected to the Pro Bowl twelve times and was three times named to the First Team All-Pro. 

Tony, a tight end who has played for both the Atlanta Falcons and the Kansas City Chiefs, holds a number of NFL records at his position, including the most receptions, receiving yards, and touchdown receptions.

He participated in 17 NFL seasons and was chosen for 14 Pro Bowls and six First-Team All-Pro teams. 

Ty played as a cornerback for 15 seasons with the New England Patriots. He was twice named to the First Team All-Pro, and he assisted the New England Patriots in winning three Super Bowls.

Kevin is a football coach and he is a former football player who plays in the position of center in the NFL for the New York Jets. During his career, Mawae played in 241 games, starting 238 of them, and was selected to the Pro Bowl eight times.

The inductees of the NFL Hall Of Fame 2018 are;

• Ray Lewis
• Randy Moss
• Brian Urlacher
• Terrell Owens
• Brian Dawkins

Ray is regarded as one of the greatest linebackers in NFL history. He spent his whole career playing for the Baltimore Ravens.

He is among the top ten tacklers of all time and played in 17 NFL seasons while receiving 13 Pro Bowl appearances. 

Randy played as a wide receiver and he played for 14 NFL seasons. He was chosen for six Pro Bowls and is one of the top five touchdown receivers of all time.

He established the record for the most touchdown receptions in a season and assisted the New England Patriots in 2007. 

Brian was the NFL Defensive Player of the Year in 2005. He played in 13 NFL seasons and was selected for eight Pro Bowl Selection. 

Terrell played as a football wide receiver for the Knights of Degen of Fan Controlled Football. He participated in 15 NFL seasons and he is one of the top five receivers in receiving yards and touchdown catches all-time. 

Brian was renowned for his strong hits and leadership on the field during his 16 NFL seasons of play. He was also selected nine times for the Pro Bowl. 

The NFL Hall Of Fame Inductees for the year 2017 are;

• Morten Andersen
• Terrell Davis
• Kenny Easley
• Jerry Jones
• Jayson Taylor

Morten is a former placekicker in the NFL who played for 25 seasons with the New Orleans Saints, Atlanta Falcons, and Minnesota Vikings. He has 2,544 career points for the NFL and has been chosen for seven Pro Bowls.

Terrell played running back for the Denver Broncos. He had a career rushing total of 7,607 yards and 60 touchdowns. In 1998 he was awarded the NFL's Most Valuable Player.

Kenny played safety for the Seattle Seahawks. He has 32 interceptions, and in 1984, the NFL awarded him Defensive Player of the Year. 

Jones is the Dallas Cowboys owner, and he bought the team in 1989. He has contributed to its development into one of the most valuable sports franchises in the world. 

Jason played linebacker and defensive end for several teams over his career, including the Miami Dolphins and Washington Redskins. He had 139.5 sacks, and he was chosen for six Pro Bowls. 

The NFL Hall Of Fame Inductees for the year 2016 are;

• Brett Favre
• Kevin Greene
• Marvin Harrison
• Orlando Pace
• Tony Dungy

Brett played quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings, Atlanta Falcons, Green Bay Packers, and New York Jets. He ended his career with 508 touchdown passes and 71,838 throwing yards and received the NFL's most valuable player of the Year award.

Kevin played defensive end and linebacker for the San Francisco 49ers, Pittsburgh Steelers, Carolina Panthers, and Los Angeles Rams. He earned three All-Pro selections and twice led the league in sacks.

Marvin played wide receiver for the Indianapolis Colts. He had 1,102 receptions, 14,580 receiving yards, and 128 touchdowns during the end of his career. He received eight Pro Bowl selections and three All-Pro team honors.

Orlando played offensive tackle for the Chicago Bears and St. Louis Rams. He played in seven Pro Bowls and was selected to the All-Pro team five times. 

Tonny worked as the head coach of the Indianapolis Colts and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He was the first African-American head coach to win a Super Bowl in 2007 when he led the Colts to victory. 

The NFL Hall Of Fame Inductees for the year 2015 are;

• Jerome Bettis
• Tim Brown
• Charles Haley
• Bill Polian
• Junior Seau

Jerome played running back for the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Los Angeles/St. Louis Rams. He had 13,662 rushing yards and 91 touchdowns at the end of his career.

Tim played wide receiver for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Los Angeles/Oakland Raiders. He had 1,094 receptions, 14,934 receiving yards, and 100 touchdowns during the end of his career. 

Charles played linebacker and defensive end for the Dallas Cowboys and San Francisco 49ers. He was selected to five Pro Bowls and was named to the All-Pro team twice.

Bill worked as general manager for the Indianapolis Colts, Carolina Panthers, and Buffalo Bills. He was in charge of developing teams that went to the Super Bowl six times. 

Seau played linebacker for the New England Patriots, Miami Dolphins, and San Diego Chargers. He received 12 Pro Bowl selections and eight All-Pro team honors.

Five NFL Hall Of Fame Inductees were listed for their outstanding career in 2014. The Hall of Fame Inductees for the year 2014 are;

• Derrick Brooks
• Ray Guy
• Claude Humphrey
• Walter Jones
• Andre Reed

Derrick played linebacker for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He was chosen for eleven Pro Bowls and during the end of his career he has 1,715 tackles and 25 interceptions. 

Ray was a punter for the Oakland /Los Angeles Raiders of the National Football League. Guy was a senior with the Southern Miss Golden Eagles in 1972 and a first-team All-American pick.

Claude played defensive end for the Philadelphia Eagles and Atlanta Falcons. He had 122 sacks at the end of his career and was a dominant pass rusher. 

Walter played offensive tackle for the Seattle Seahawks. He was a member of the NFL's All-Decade team for the 2000s and was selected six times to the All-Pro team.

Andre played wide receiver for the Washington Redskins and the Buffalo Bills. He ended his career with 951 receptions, 13,198 receiving yards, and 87 touchdowns

The NFL Hall Of Fame Inductees for the year 2013 are;

• Larry Allen
• Cris Carter
• Warren Sapp
• Jonathan Ogden
• Bills Parcells

Allen played offensive guard for both the San Francisco 49ers and the Dallas Cowboys. He received eleven Pro Bowl selections and seven All-Pro team honors. 

Cris played as a wide receiver for Philadelphia Eagles, Minnesota Vikings, and Miami Dolphins. His final accomplishments were in the top ten in NFL history with 1,101 receptions, 13,899 receiving yards, and 130 touchdowns.

Warren Sapp played defensive tackle for the Oakland Raiders and Tampa Bay Buccaneers for 13 seasons. He had a career-high 96.5 sacks and was a dominant pass rusher. 

Jonathan played offensive tackle for the Baltimore Ravens. He won a Super Bowl with the Ravens in 2000 and was selected to the All-Pro team six times.

Bills was a successful head coach for several NFL teams, such as the New York Giants, the New England Patriots, and the Dallas Cowboys. He was voted twice for the NFL Coach of the Year while coaching the Giants to two Super Bowl wins.

The NFL Hall Of Fame Inductees for 2012 are;

• Curtis Martin
• Dermontti Dawson
• Chris Doleman
• Cortez Kenndy
• Willie Roaf

Curtis played running back for the New York Jets and the New England Patriots. He tied for the second-highest total in NFL history by running for more than 1,000 yards in ten seasons.

Dermontti played center for the Pittsburgh Steelers and was a member of the NFL's All-Decade team during the 1990s. Dawson was a six-time AP First-team All-Pro and was selected to seven straight Pro Bowls from 1992 and 1998.

Chris played defensive end in the NFL and spent most of his career with the Minnesota Vikings. He was an outstanding pass rusher who ended his career with 150.5 sacks, which ranks seventh all-time in the NFL. 

Cortez played defensive tackle for the Seattle Seahawks. He was chosen for eight Pro Bowls and was chosen as the 1992 NFL Defensive Player of the Year. 

Willie played offensive tackle for the Kansas City Chiefs and the New Orleans Saints. He was selected for the All-Pro team six times and was a part of the 1990s and 2000s NFL All-Decade teams.

The NFL Hall of Fame Inductees for the year 2011 are;

• Deion Sanders
• Richard Dents
• Marshall Faulk
• Shannon Sharpe
• Ed Sabol

Deion played a cornerback for 14 seasons in the NFL. He has played for the Super Bowl and the World Series and has won two Super Bowl championships. In NFL history, he is known as one of the best cornerbacks ever to grace the field. 

Richard played defensive end in the National Football League for Chicago Bears. He was the game's most valuable player in Super Bowl XX and ended his career with 137.5 sacks, which ranks ninth all-time in the NFL.

Marshall spent 13 seasons playing for St. Louis Rams and the Indianapolis Colts in a running back position. He led the Rams to a Super Bowl victory and was named NFL MVP in 2000.

Shannon played for 14 seasons as a tight end in the NFL for Denver Broncos and Baltimore Ravens. He had a successful career with 815 catches, 10,060 receiving yards, and 62 touchdowns. 

Sabol founded NFL Films, which transformed how football games were shot and broadcast to audiences. In 2003, he received the Lifetime Achievement Emmy Award.

The NFL Hall of fame Inductees for 2010 are;

• Emmitt Smith
• Jerry Rice
• John Randle
• Russ Grimm
• Rickey Jackson

Emmitt played football running back for the Arizona Cardinals and the Dallas Cowboys.

He holds the record for the most career rushing touchdowns with 164 and is the all-time leading rusher in the NFL with 18,355 yards. He received eight Pro Bowl selections and four All-Pro team honors. 

Jerry is a former professional wide receiver who has spent 20 years in the NFL. He holds numerous NFL records, including the most receptions, receiving yards, and touchdown receptions in a career. 

Randle played defensive linemen for the Seattle Seahawks and the Minnesota Vikings. His 137.5 sacks place him first among defensive linemen and tenth overall. 

Russ is a former football player who played guard for the Washington Redskins of the NFL.

In the 1980s, he played an important part in the team's offensive line, which helped them win three Super Bowl titles. He received four Pro Bowl selections and three All-Pro team honors.

Rickey is a former professional football linebacker for the San Francisco 49ers and the New Orleans Saints. He was inducted into the Saints Hall of Fame in 1997 and had 128 career sacks.

The NFL Hall of Fame Inductees of 2009 were known for their achievements by being enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. The 2009 hall of Fame Inductees are;

• Bob Hayes
• Randall McDaniel
• Bruce Smith
• Derrick Thomas
• Rod Woodson

Bob also known as 'Bullet Bob' is a former wide receiver who played for the San Francisco 49ers and the Dallas Cowboys. He was the first to be awarded an Olympic gold medal and a Super Bowl ring.

Due to his numerous world records in the 60-yard, 100-yard, 220-yard, and Olympic 100-meter dash, Hayes was once known as the "fastest human in the world."

Randall is a former professional offensive guard who played with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Minnesota Vikings. He received 12 Pro Bowl selections and seven All-Pro team honors.

At 36 years, he set an NFL record in 2000 while playing for Tampa Bay, becoming the oldest player to catch a touchdown pass.

Bruce played defensive end for 19 seasons with the Washington Redskins and the Buffalo Bills. He holds the NFL record with 200 sacks in his career. He received 11 Pro Bowl selections and eight All-Pro team honors. 

Derrick was a football linebacker for Kansas City Chiefs who played for 11 seasons. He got nine Pro Bowl selections and four All-Pro team honors.

Thomas was chosen by Kansas City in the fourth round of the 1989 NFL Draft while playing college football at Alabama.

Rod is a head coach of XFL's Vegas Vipers. He played football cornerback for 17 seasons with Pittsburgh Steelers, the San Francisco 49ers, Baltimore Ravens, and Oakland Raiders.

He was selected for 11 Pro Bowls and made the All-Pro team six times. Rod started his career as a cornerback and eventually switched to safety.

Five players were inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame in 2008 for their outstanding careers and contributions to the game. The NFL Hall of Fame Inductees of 2008 are;

• Fred Dean
• Darrell Green
• Art Monk
• Emmitt Thomas
• Andre Tippett

Fred was a defensive end who played for the San Francisco 49ers and the San Diego Chargers. He was selected to the First Team All-Pro two times and played in the Pro Bowl four times. 

Dean played a significant role in the 49ers' famous 1980s defense and won two Super Bowls with them.

Darrell played cornerback for Washington Redskins during his 20 years career with NFL. He was selected to the First Team All-Pro four times and appeared in the Pro Bowl seven times.

He was known for his speed and won two Super Bowls with the Redskins.

Art is a former professional wide receiver for the Philadelphia Eagles, the New York Jets, and the Washington Redskins. He was selected for the First Team All-Pro once and the Pro Bowl three times.

Emmit is a former cornerback of the Kansas City Chiefs who later coached the Atlanta Falcons and Kansas City Chiefs. He was chosen for the First Team All-Pro two times and played in the Pro Bowl five times.

After receiving a nomination from the Seniors Committee, Thomas was chosen to join the Pro Football Hall of Fame of the NFL.

Andre played outside linebacker for New England Patriots for 11 seasons. He led the league in sacks in 1984 and 1985 and was named the NFL's Defensive Player of the Year in 1985.

Tippett worked as the Patriots' senior director of neighborhood affairs since 2007.