Pro Football Hall of Fame

[timmgirvan]

Originally Posted by SniperSB23

Real glad that Thurman got in. I thought Irvin's induction was expedited because he is an announcer and close to the voters. He was a great receiver and belongs in the HOF but shouldn't have got in before Art Monk and maybe even Andre Reed.

Career receiving yards:
Reed - 13198
Monk - 12721
Irvin - 11904

Career receptions:
Reed - 951
Monk - 940
Irvin - 750

Career receiving TDs:
Reed - 87
Monk - 68
Irvin - 65

Considering that Irvin's career started in 1988 as opposed to Reed in 1985 and Monk in 1980 and he started in a much more pass happy era I think that makes this difference even more staggering. I hate it when they reward the guys that had shorter careers and then enjoy success as a commentator rather than the guys who were great for a long time.

Great stats,Sniper! Media perception is usually skewed by the bright,shiny objects like trophies!