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I think he'll be delayed because of his short career, but won't be denied the HoF. His peak is just too good.ChrisBabcock wrote:He walked away in his prime but I don't think a short-ish career would hurt his chances. Or would it?... with the way passing/receiving yardage is increasing these days.
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Completely agree.bachslunch wrote:I think he'll be delayed because of his short career, but won't be denied the HoF. His peak is just too good.ChrisBabcock wrote:He walked away in his prime but I don't think a short-ish career would hurt his chances. Or would it?... with the way passing/receiving yardage is increasing these days.
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Then again, one could say that about Sterling Sharpe. But am thinking those two additional seasons will likely make a difference for Johnson.
I think the selectors will begin to consider the health-related reasons accomplished players have for stepping away from the game. Johnson's case would have been stronger had the Lions done more in the postseason.ChrisBabcock wrote:He walked away in his prime but I don't think a short-ish career would hurt his chances. Or would it?... with the way passing/receiving yardage is increasing these days.
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