Funny thing is that I think Fred Taylor (RB) and Jimmy Smith (WR) are going in different directions with regard to the HOF.

The RB position is often now RB by committee and RBs don't last as long as they did before so Freddie T's place in history will still remain high. Conversely, WR stats are getting out of hand with recent rule changes favoring QBs and WRs, so as the NFL now emphasizes scoring, Jimmy Smith's WR rankings will continuously drop at a much faster rate.

Given the above, I think Freddie T will be greater appreciated as the historical RBs will be greater celebrated. As such, I voted Yes, but it will take time.

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(02-07-2024, 11:16 AM)JaguarJosh2 Wrote: I think it will be an eventual thing like with Boselli.  Honestly,  I'm surprised he has made it as close as he has.  Good back for a long time with some great moments,  but the team didn't have any Super Bowl appearances.  There are too many yea buts.

Along those lines, I think it sure does help that Boselli and now Freddie T have increased their current exposure by doing broadcasts and analysis on TV and radio shows.  It helps to keep them in the spotlight.

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