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Hank Stram
Inducted:
2003
Player Stats
Born:
January 3, 1923
Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
Died:
July 4, 2005
Covington, Louisiana, U.S.
Position:
Coach
College:
Purdue
Hank Stram was one of football’s most innovative and influential head coaches, best known for building the Kansas City Chiefs into a championship powerhouse. Coaching the Dallas Texans/Chiefs from 1960 to 1974, he introduced creative formations, motion-heavy offenses, and strong defensive principles that helped define modern strategy. Stram led the Chiefs to three AFL Championships and guided them to victory in Super Bowl IV, where his game plan neutralized the favored Vikings.
His leadership, attention to detail, and forward-thinking style made him one of the AFL’s defining figures. Stram later enjoyed a long broadcasting career, remembered for his enthusiasm and deep understanding of the game. With a career filled with innovation and sustained success, Hank Stram was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2003, honoring his legacy as one of the sport’s great coaching architects.
Stram's Awards and Records
- Super Bowl champion (IV)
- 3× AFL champion (1962, 1966, 1969)
- 2× AP AFL Coach of the Year (1966, 1968)
- UPI AFL Coach of the Year (1968)
- Kansas City Chiefs Hall of Fame
Notable Achievements
- Pioneer of pre-snap motion and shifting offensive formations
- Led Chiefs to historic Super Bowl IV upset
- One of the most successful coaches in AFL history
NFL Teams
Dallas Texans (1960–1962)
Kansas City Chiefs (1969–1974)
New Orleans Saints (1976–1977)
NFL Stats
Game coached:
238
Win:
131
Lose:
97
Tie:
10
Win(%):
.571
Postseason:
5–3 (.625)
Career:
136–100–10 (.573)
Super Bowl champion:
1 (IV)
Harold Carmichael
Inducted:
2020
Player Stats
6 ft 8 in (2.03 m)
225 lb (102 kg)
Born:
September 22, 1949
Jacksonville, Florida, U.S.
Position:
Wide receiver
College:
Southern (1967–1970)
Harold Carmichael was a towering presence at wide receiver, standing 6'8" and redefining what it meant to be a mismatch in the passing game.
Spending most of his 13-year NFL career with the Philadelphia Eagles, Carmichael used his size, hands, and consistency to become the franchise’s all-time leader in receptions, receiving yards, and touchdowns.
From 1973 to 1983, he caught a pass in 127 consecutive games — an NFL record at the time. He totaled over 8,900 receiving yards and 79 touchdowns, earning four Pro Bowl selections and helping lead the Eagles to Super Bowl XV. Quietly dominant, Carmichael was known for his professionalism and durability in an era when passing wasn't as emphasized as it is today.
He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2020, a long-overdue honor for one of the game's most dependable and impactful receivers.
Carmichael's Awards and Honors
- Philadelphia Eagles Hall of Fame
- Philadelphia Eagles 75th Anniversary Team
- First-team All-SWAC (1970)
- Black College Football Hall of Fame
- Southwestern Athletic Conference Hall of Fame
- Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame
- Florida Sports Hall of Fame
NFL records
- NFL Man of the Year (1980)
- 2× Second-team All-Pro (1973, 1979)
- 4× Pro Bowl (1973, 1978–1980)
- NFL receiving yards leader (1973)
- NFL receptions leader (1973)
- NFL 1970s All-Decade Team
NFL Teams
As Player:
Philadelphia Eagles (1971–1983)
New York Jets (1984)
Dallas Cowboys (1984)
As Administrator:
Philadelphia Eagles (1998–2017)
NFL draft:
1971: 7th round, 161st pick
Philadelphia Eagles
Numbers Worn:
17
NFL Stats
Seasons:
14 (1971–1984)
Games Played:
182
Receptions:
590
Receiving Yards:
8,985
Receiving Touchdowns:
79
Yards per Catch:
15.2
Consecutive Games with a Catch:
127
Harry Carson
Inducted:
2006
Player Stats
6 ft 2 in (1.88 m)
237 lb (108 kg)
Born:
November 26, 1953
Florence, South Carolina, U.S.
Position:
Linebacker
College:
South Carolina State (1972–1975)
Harry Carson was the heart and soul of the New York Giants’ defense for 13 seasons. Known for his toughness, intelligence, and leadership, Carson played a key role as the anchor of the Giants’ linebacker corps from 1976 to 1988.
A nine-time Pro Bowler, he was one of the most respected linebackers of his era. Carson captained the famed "Big Blue Wrecking Crew" and helped lead the Giants to a Super Bowl XXI victory. Though often overshadowed by flashier teammates, his consistent play and team-first mentality made him a locker-room leader and a fan favorite.
He recorded over 1,200 tackles during his career and was known for his ability to shut down the run. Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2006, Carson remains a symbol of strength, professionalism, and unselfish excellence on and off the field.
Carson's Awards and Honors
- 4× Second-team All-Pro (1978, 1982, 1985, 1986)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (1976)
- New York Giants Ring of Honor
- Super Bowl Champion (XXI – 1986 season)
- 9× Pro Bowl Selection (1978–1985, 1987)
- Team Captain (New York Giants)
- NFL All-Pro (First Team – 1981; Second Team – multiple times)
- New York Giants Ring of Honor
- Pro Football Hall of Fame Inductee (2006)
- College Football Hall of Fame Inductee (2002)
- Known as a leader of the “Big Blue Wrecking Crew” defense
- Played entire career with one team (Giants)
NFL Teams
New York Giants (1976–1988)
NFL draft:
1976: 4th round, 105th pick
New York Giants
Numbers Worn:
53
NFL Stats
Seasons:
13 (1976–1988)
Games Played:
173
Tackles:
1,200+ (unofficial, as tackles weren’t officially recorded then)
Sacks:
19
Interceptions:
11
Fumble Recoveries:
14
Henry Jordan
Inducted:
1995
Player Stats
6 ft 2 in (1.88 m)
248 lb (112 kg)
Born:
January 26, 1935
Emporia, Virginia, U.S.
Died:
February 21, 1977
Milwaukee, Wisconsin, U.S.
Position:
Defensive tackle
Defensive end
College:
Virginia
Henry Jordan was a relentless defensive tackle whose quickness, power, and leadership helped define the Green Bay Packers’ dominance of the 1960s. Drafted by the Cleveland Browns in 1957, Jordan was traded to the Packers in 1959—where he became a cornerstone of Vince Lombardi’s legendary defense. Known for his speed off the line and ability to disrupt both the pass and run, Jordan earned the respect of teammates and opponents alike.
He played a key role in helping Green Bay win five NFL Championships and the first two Super Bowls. A dynamic locker-room presence, he was as famous for his humor as for his toughness on the field. Jordan was selected to four Pro Bowls and named First-Team All-Pro five times. Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1995, Henry Jordan remains remembered as one of the finest defensive tackles in NFL history.
Jordan's Awards and Honors
- 2× Super Bowl champion (I, II)
- 5× NFL champion (1961, 1962, 1965–1967)
- 5× First-team All-Pro (1960–1964)
- Second-team All-Pro (1966)
- 4× Pro Bowl (1960, 1961, 1963, 1966)
- Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame
NFL Records
- One of only a few defensive linemen ever to earn this honor
- Consistently ranked among the league’s best defenders
- Appeared in 143 career games, an exceptional feat for a defensive tackle of his era
NFL Teams
Cleveland Browns (1957–1958)
Green Bay Packers (1959–1969)
NFL Draft:
1957: 5th round, 52nd overall pick
Cleveland Browns
Number Worn:
72, 74
NFL Stats
Seasons:
13 (1957–1969)
Games Played:
168
Game Started:
131
Fumble recoveries:
21
Total touchdowns:
1
Sacks:
59.5
Herb Adderley
Inducted:
1980
Player Stats
Stats:
6 ft 0 in (1.83 m)
205 lb (93 kg)
Born:
June 8, 1939
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Position:
Cornerback
College:
Michigan State Spartans
Herb Adderley was one of the greatest cornerbacks in NFL history, playing a crucial role in the dominance of the Green Bay Packers during the 1960s. Drafted in the first round in 1961, Adderley was initially a running back before legendary coach Vince Lombardi switched him to cornerback—a move that changed the course of his career. His speed, instincts, and ability to make game-changing plays made him an essential part of the Packers' defense, helping them win five NFL Championships and the first two Super Bowls.
Adderley later joined the Dallas Cowboys, where he won another Super Bowl in 1971, making him one of the few players to win championships with two franchises. His 48 career interceptions, seven pick-sixes, and lockdown coverage solidified his status as one of the best defensive backs of all time.
He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1980.
Adderley's Awards and Honors
- 5× NFL Champion (1961, 1962, 1965, 1966, 1967)
- 3× Super Bowl Champion (I, II, VI)
- 5× Pro Bowl Selection (1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1969)
- 4× First-Team All-Pro (1962, 1963, 1965, 1966)
- NFL 1960s All-Decade Team
- NFL 75th & 100th Anniversary All-Time Teams
- Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame (1980)
- Inducted into the Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame
NFL Records
- First Defensive Touchdown in Super Bowl History (Super Bowl II)
- Most Interceptions Returned for Touchdowns at Retirement (7)
- Named to the NFL 1960s All-Decade Team
- Named to the NFL 75th & 100th Anniversary All-Time Teams
- Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame (1980)
- Inducted into the Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame
NFL Teams
Green Bay Packers (1961–1969)
Dallas Cowboys (1970–1972)
NFL draft:
1961: 1st round, 12th pick
Green Bay Packers
Numbers Worn:
26,88
NFL Stats
Seasons:
12
Games Played:
164
Passing Touchdowns:
7
Passing Yards:
1,046
Kickoff Return Yards:
3,080
Interceptions:
48
Fumble recoveries:
14
Pro Bowls:
5
Hugh McElhenny
Inducted:
1970
Player Stats
6 ft 1 in (1.85 m)
195 lb (88 kg)
Born:
December 31, 1928
Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Died:
June 17, 2022
Henderson, Nevada, U.S.
Position:
Halfback
Return specialist
College:
Compton (1948)
Washington (1949–1951)
Hugh McElhenny was one of the most electrifying running backs in NFL history, celebrated for his dazzling open-field moves and game-breaking speed. Nicknamed “The King,” McElhenny starred primarily for the San Francisco 49ers from 1952 to 1960 as part of the famed “Million Dollar Backfield,” alongside Y.A. Tittle, John Henry Johnson, and Joe Perry. His ability to glide past defenders with effortless grace made him one of the league’s most feared offensive weapons of the 1950s.
McElhenny’s style was a perfect blend of elegance and explosiveness — he could score from anywhere on the field, turning routine plays into highlight moments. Over his 13-year career, he also played for the Vikings, Giants, and Lions, earning respect across the league for his professionalism and versatility.
A six-time Pro Bowler and consistent game-changer, McElhenny’s legacy endures as one of football’s earliest true superstars. Hugh McElhenny was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1970, honoring his incredible impact on the game.
McElhenny's Awards and Honors
- 5× First-team All-Pro (1952–1954, 1956, 1957)
- 6× Pro Bowl (1952, 1953, 1956–1958, 1961)
- NFL 1950s All-Decade Team
- San Francisco 49ers Hall of Fame
- San Francisco 49ers No. 39 retired
- First-team All-American (1951)
- 2× First-team All-PCC (1950, 1951)
NFL Records
- Member of the “Million Dollar Backfield”
- Known for graceful yet devastating open-field running
- One of the first great dual-threat running backs
NFL Teams
San Francisco 49ers (1952–1960)
Minnesota Vikings (1961–1962)
New York Giants (1963)
Detroit Lions(1964)
NFL Draft:
1952: 1st round, 9th overall pick
San Francisco 49ers
Number Worn:
39
NFL Stats
Seasons:
13 (1952–1964)
Games Played:
145
Rushing yards:
5,281
Rushing average:
4.7
Rushing touchdowns:
38
Receptions:
264
Receiving yards:
3,247
Receiving touchdowns:
20
Return yards:
2,841
Return touchdowns:
2
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