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Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2010 News

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Emmitt Smith Hall of Fame Speech

By FanHouse StaffAug 8th 2010 – 5:30AM

Emmitt Smith's Hall of Fame speech Saturday night was one for the ages. Smith fought back tears as he thanked all the people who helped him attain his spot in the Pro Football Hall of Fame class of 2010. One of the most emotional moments of Smith's induction speech came when he saluted his former lead blocker, fullback...

Jerry Rice Enters Hall of Fame

By FanHouse StaffAug 8th 2010 – 1:20AM

Jerry Rice can finally take a breather. Rice was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame on Saturday night, but said he still believes he could play in the league at age 47. "I still believe in my heart I could play today," Rice said. The former San Francisco 49ers star was elected in his first year of eligibility. He...

Emmitt Smith Enters Hall of Fame

By FanHouse StaffAug 8th 2010 – 12:40AM

Emmitt Smith was inducted to the Pro Football Hall of Fame Saturday night, fighting back tears after a minute-long standing ovation. "Most people only dream. I not only had my childhood dream, I did everything I could to fulfill it," Smith said. "I'm now the all-time leading rusher. Wow. What an honor." Smith became the...

Dick LeBeau Enters Hall of Fame

By FanHouse StaffAug 8th 2010 – 12:32AM

Dick LeBeau was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame Saturday night based on an outstanding career that's been overshadowed by his second career as a defensive coordinator. LeBeau, a standout cornerback with the Detroit Lions, finished his 14-year career with 62 interceptions, which still ranks eighth in NFL...

Rickey Jackson Enters Hall of Fame

By FanHouse StaffAug 8th 2010 – 12:06AM

Rickey Jackson was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame Saturday night and became the first New Orleans Saints player to receive a bust in Canton. Jackson thanked his presenter, Saints owner Tom Benson, for keeping the team in New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina, and called on the NFL to avoid any labor...

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