10 biggest snubs from the Pro Football Hall of Fame

10 biggest Pro Football Hall of Fame snubs.

Some have waited longer than others. And to make it clear, the focus of this piece is more than the older stars who in some cases will have to wait.

There are so many outstanding performers that have yet to get the call from the Pro Football Hall of Fame. And in these instances and with no disrespect to coaches, general manager, scouts and the numerous other contributors to the sport, the focus here is indeed on the players.

This year, the Hall’s membership will swell to 346 as the Class of 2020 includes a total of 20 individuals, including the 15-member Centennial Class. And narrowing this list down to 10 players is not an easy task. Superstars such as versatile running back Roger Craig, ageless linebacker Clay Matthews Jr., safety John Lynch and special teams standout Steve Tasker didn’t make this cut but are certainly no less deserving.

10. Hall of Fame snubs: Joe Jacoby

One of the great nicknames in football was given to the offensive line of the Washington Redskins of the 1980s and early ‘90s. The “Hogs” paved a way for Pro Football Hall of Fame running back John Riggins for years, one-hit-wonder Timmy Smith in Super Bowl XXII and Joe Gibbs’ numerous starting quarterbacks while he was at the helm.

In 2010, guard Russ Grimm was accorded Pro Football Hall of Fame honors. The four-time Pro Bowler and three-time All-Pro was part of all three of the team’s Super Bowl title clubs and also played in Super Bowl XVIII, a loss to the Los Angeles Raiders. He was the team’s primary left guard for 11 seasons.

Next to him on the strong side for many years was massive tackle, Joe Jacoby. He like Grimm played in four Super Bowls with the Redskins. The imposing 6-foot-7, 305-pounder was twice named All-Pro and also earned four invitations to the Pro Bowl. These days, many feel that tackle Joe Jacoby is worthy of being enshrined in Canton, Ohio. A three-time finalist from 2016-18, the former undrafted free agent from the University of Louisville did not earn that distinction the past two years. Will his time ever come?