2023 NFL Hall of fame finalists announced ft Dwight Freeney, Darrelle Revis and more

The National Football League Hall of Fame is one of the most prestigious clubs in the entirety of American sports. It is an exclusive club made up of the greatest players of their eras, and is a big deal. The reason is that many players have been drafted and signed into the league, but only a few are privileged to have their busts erected in the HOF.

This year is no different, as the NFL just announced 15 modern-era finalists for the class of 2023. This group - whittled down from a group of 28 semifinalists - is made up of 10 players who reached this stage of the selection process last year, three who are here in their first year of eligibility, and two who are finalists for the first time.

It's a marvelous honor worth celebrating, and we are sure everyone associated with the fifteen will be toasting to their success.

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Who are the fabulous 15 finalists for the 2023 NFL Hall of Fame?

There are fifteen modern-era nominees, and they are:

1. Darrelle Revis, CB

2. Joe Thomas, OT

3. Willie Anderson, OT

4. Torry Holt, WR

5. Reggie Wayne, WR

6. Devin Hester, PR/KR/WR

7. Andre Johnson, WR

8. Jared Allen, DE

9. DeMarcus Ware, DE/LB

10. Zach Thomas, LB

11. Dwight Freeney, DE

12. Albert Lewis, CB

13. Ronde Barber, DB

14. Patrick Willis, LB

15. Darren Woodson, S

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Notable members of the list include Joe Thomas, Darrelle Revis and Dwight Freeney

Joe Thomas was a skillful offensive tackle during his playing career. He was one of the best at his position, making the Pro Bowl a stunning ten times throughout a decorated career. He played for the Cleveland Browns for the entirety of his career and added six first-team All-Pro selections to his playing CV.

Next up is Darrelle Revis, an efficient cornerback for the New York Jets, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and Kansas City Chiefs. Revis made the Pro Bowl seven times and racked up four first-team All-Pro selections. Revis won a Super Bowl with the New England Patriots in 2014, the pinnacle of his distinguished Hall of Fame worthy NFL career.

Last but not least is Dwight Freeney, a safety that became a legend at the Indianapolis Colts. Freeney played on the defensive side of the ball for the Colts, San Diego Chargers, Arizona Cardinals, Atlanta Falcons, Detroit Lions, and Seattle Seahawks. He racked up seven Pro Bowl selections and was first-team All-Pro three times in his NFL career.

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How did the 2023 NFL Hall of Fame selection get to this stage?

Initially, the Hall of Fame selection process started off with 129 nominees. With the modern-era player, finalists are determined by a vote of the Hall's Selection Committee. Following the first stage, November's nominees were trimmed to 28 semifinalists.

It is important to note that the 2023 NFL Football Hall of Fame will be inducted on Thursday, February 9 and will air on NBC, Peacock and NFL Network.