NFL Hall of Fame: 10 worst omissions

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Jan 31, 2013; New Orleans, LA, USA; NFC squad player Terrell Davis during the Tazon Latino VII flag football game at Clinic Field inside the Ernest Morial Convention center. Super Bowl XLVII will take place between the San Francisco 49ers and the Baltimore Ravens on February 3, 2013 at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports /

4. Terrell Davis

Davis only played for seven seasons, but his impact on the NFL’s history is massive. Davis was able to win two Super Bowls with the Denver Broncos in 1997 and 1998, becoming the driving force of the offense behind an aging John Elway. In the latter of those seasons, Davis eclipsed 2,000 rushing yards, becoming only the fourth player to ever hit that total after O.J. Simpson, Eric Dickerson and Barry Sanders.

In 1998, Davis was named the NFL MVP, only one year after being named the Super Bowl MVP despite playing through a migraine which debilitated his vision. Despite playing for such a short period of time due to knee injuries, Davis was named to the NFL’s All-Decade 1990’s team and put on the Broncos’ 50th Anniversary Team.

Davis was a three-time All-Pro and thrice made the Pro Bowl, showcasing his elite skills before burning out so quickly. For those who detract from his case due to longevity, they need look no further than Gale Sayers, who played from 1965-71 before also shutting his career down for knee problems. Davis only had four seasons of 1,000+ rushing yards, but he was a spectacular player who deserves enshrinement.

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