Fansided

Each NFL team’s biggest Pro Football Hall of Fame snub

By Kelly Thompson

Dallas Cowboys linebacker Chuck Howley rests on the sideline during a 34-27 win over the San Diego Chargers on 11/5/1972 at San Diego Stadium. (Photo by James Flores/Getty Images)
Dallas Cowboys linebacker Chuck Howley rests on the sideline during a 34-27 win over the San Diego Chargers on 11/5/1972 at San Diego Stadium. (Photo by James Flores/Getty Images) /
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Kris Jenkins, Carolina Panthers
Kris Jenkins, Carolina Panthers (Photo by Rex Brown/Getty Images) /

Buffalo Bills – George Saimes, DB

The Chiefs drafted defensive back George Saimes in the sixth round of the 1963 AFL Draft, but the former Michigan State standout signed with the Buffalo Bills instead. He played pro ball for 10 seasons including seven with the Bills and three with the Denver Broncos. He was a five-time Pro Bowler and was a three-time First-Team All-Pro selection.

Carolina Panthers – Kris Jenkins, DT

The Panthers drafted a franchise cornerstone in the second round of the 2001 draft with the selection of Jenkins. He played in the NFL for 10 years and was a four-time Pro Bowl selection and was twice named a First-Team All-Pro. Injuries limited his overall career numbers, but his productivity and importance to the team are undeniable.

Chicago Bears – Jay Hilgenberg, C

Hilgenberg joined the Bears in 1981 as an undrafted rookie free agent. He went on to play for the team for 12 years and was a starter for nine and a half of them. He was a seven-time Pro Bowler and two-time First-Team All-Pro selection. He played in 200 career games in the NFL.

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