Pro Football Hall of Fame: 49ers' Roger Craig, Bengals' Ken Anderson, and Steelers' L.C. Greenwood advance in selection process

Alex Parker

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Three NFL legends, Roger Craig, Ken Anderson, and L.C. Greenwood, have advanced in the Seniors category for the 2025 Pro Football Hall of Fame class.

Why it matters: This recognition brings these players closer to receiving the prestigious honor of induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, solidifying their legacies in the sport.

  • The Seniors Screening Committee has narrowed down the initial list of 183 players to a more manageable group of 60.
  • A final selection process involving a nine-person Senior Blue Ribbon Committee will determine three finalists from this group.

What's new: Roger Craig and Ken Anderson, both accomplished players in their respective positions, are among those who have progressed to the next stage.

  • L.C. Greenwood, a key member of the renowned Steelers defense known as the Steel Curtain, has also advanced.

What to watch: The upcoming selection process will be crucial in determining which seniors will ultimately be chosen for induction into the Hall of Fame.

  • The three seniors, along with one coach and contributor, will be evaluated for their impact on the game and their overall contributions.

Yes, but: Not all players who advance to the Seniors category end up being selected for induction.

  • The competition is fierce, and only a limited number of individuals are enshrined each year.

What's next: The Senior Blue Ribbon Committee will deliberate and choose the three finalists who will move forward in the selection process.

  • These finalists will then compete alongside other nominees, including coaches and contributors, for induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

By the numbers: Let's take a closer look at the impressive careers of these three players:

  • Roger Craig was the first player ever to achieve 1,000 yards rushing and 1,000 yards receiving in a single season (1985).
  • Ken Anderson, a four-time Pro Bowler and former MVP, retired with over 32,000 passing yards and 197 touchdown passes.
  • L.C. Greenwood, a dominant force on the Steelers defense, earned six Pro Bowl selections and was credited with 78 career sacks.

The bottom line: The advancement of Roger Craig, Ken Anderson, and L.C. Greenwood to the next stage in the Hall of Fame selection process recognizes their significant contributions to the game of football.

  • Their potential induction would solidify their places among the sport's all-time greats.
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