Tag: Ring of Honor

Chiefs legend Tamba Hali reflects on the Ring of Honor ceremony: ‘I’m still taking it in’

Kansas City #Chiefs legend Tamba Hali reflects on the Ring of Honor ceremony: ‘I’m still taking it in’ | @EdEastonJr

Before the Kansas City Chiefs’ Week 14 game, the franchise inducted Tamba Hali into the Chiefs’ Hall of Fame, making him the 53rd individual and 49th player to earn this coveted honor. The legendary defender spoke with reporters after the ceremony, reflecting on his special moment.

“I’m still taking it in. It’s one of those experiences – it’s hard for me,” said Hali. “It’s really hard for me to – you know, looking up there to see my name, I think about my dad (Henry Hali), I think about my (Former Teaneck High School) head coach (Dennis Heck) from high school – nothing about me. It’s more about the people who have surrounded me to be in the position that I am in, so it’s really not about me; it’s about those people.”

Hali spent his 12-year career in Kansas City, appearing in 177 games, the fourth most by any Chiefs defender in team history. A trusted teammate throughout his career, Hali has continued to pass on his knowledge since retiring; he has been a fixture in helping to train young defensive players, most recently George Karlaftis and Felix Anudike-Uzomah.

“Yeah, to have DJ (Derrick Johnson), to have Justin (Houston) – Justin was the guy – DJ, Jamaal (Charles), Ron Parker, Albert Wilson, Thomas Gafford – to just have all of those guys around,” said Hali reflecting on his teammates support. “it brings back memories because we did put in some time while we were (together) and to celebrate it with them, it means a lot.”

He was named to the 2006 NFL All-Rookie Team, was selected to the Pro Bowl five consecutive seasons from 2011-15, and was named to the AP All-Pro second team twice (2011 and 2013). Hali earned AFC Defensive Player of the Week honors four times in his career, tied for the second most by any Chiefs defender.

Saints legends present for Jahri Evans’ Ring of Honor ceremony

Drew Brees, Carl Nicks and Jermon Bushrod were some of the Saints legends in the building for Jahri Evans’ Ring of Honor enshrinement:

Jahri Evans is entering the New Orleans Saints Ring of Honor when the team takes on the Cleveland Browns. Evans is one of the greatest offensive linemen in team history, and could be on his way to being immortalized in the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

Evans was a part of that historic 2006 draft class and played an integral part in the Saints’ Super Bowl run. To celebrate his enshrinement, a few players from that Super Bowl team are in attendance. It was also the annual “Legends Weekend” for former Saints players, so many of them were in the building, too.

Drew Brees, Carl Nicks and Jermon Bushrod were all on the sidelines ahead of Sunday’s matchup. The trio of Bushrod, Evans and Nicks played a big part in protecting Drew Brees through his early run in New Orleans. Evans and Nicks were particularly important on the interior due to Brees’ height.

The quartet spent four years together from 2008 to 2011. The group has now reunited to celebrate Evans being remembered forever in Saints history.

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Saints announce plans for Jahri Evans to go into their Ring of Honor

The Saints announced plans for Jahri Evans to go into their Ring of Honor during this week’s game. It’s another boost to his Pro Football Hall of Fame candidacy:

New Orleans Saints fans attending this week’s game with the Cleveland  Browns are in for a treat. The Saints will induct Super Bowl XLIV champion Jahri Evans into their Ring of Honor on Sunday, Nov. 17, during a halftime ceremony at the Caesars Superdome. Kickoff is set for Noon CT/1 p.m. ET.

Additionally, many of Evans’ former teammates  are  expected to be in  attendance as part of the Saints’ yearly  “Legends Weekend” event. Evans started at right guard during the most successful period in team history, and he currently works for the Saints as an assistant offensive line coach. He shared a passionate message to his players when he got the news during training camp, and was quoted with a longer statement in an official release from the team.

“It is exciting to have been selected to be part of such an elite group,” Evans told NewOrleansSaints.com. “I am grateful to Mrs. Benson, Mickey Loomis for selecting me for this honor. I would also like to thank my coaches and teammates for the role they played in my development and success, as well as our fans that gave us such great energy on gameday and inspired us to reach the heights of winning the Super Bowl.”

Evans will be just the eighth member of the team’s Ring of Honor, joining owner Tom Benson, quarterback Archie Manning, and defensive end Will Smith as well as several Pro Football Hall of Fame inductees: offensive tackle Willie Roaf, kicker Morten Andersen, linebackers Rickey Jackson and Sam Mills. This recognition is another boost to Evans’ own Hall of Fame candidacy after he reached the finalist stage last year. Maybe this time he gets over that last hurdle.

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Saints legend, Super Bowl champion up for the Hall of Fame again in 2025

New Orleans Saints legend Jahri Evans is up for the Pro Football Hall of Fame again in 2025. He’s one of eight finalists returning from last year’s voting:

This is a big deal for New Orleans Saints assistant offensive line coach Jahri Evans. The five-time All-Pro right guard also won six Pro Bowl appearances as a player and a spot on the NFL 2010s All-Decade Team, and he’ll be recognized at his enshrinement to the Saints’ team Ring of Honor later this season. But an even bigger recognition could be waiting for him.

Evans was selected as one of 50 nominees for the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s Class of 2025. There are eight finalists returning from the voting for the Class of 2024 — Evans, Fred Taylor, Torry Holt, Reggie Wayne, Antonio Gates, Willie Andeerson, Rodney Harrison, and Darren Woodson.

On top of that, there are eight first-time candidates up for the Class of 2025: Eli Manning, Marshawn Lynch, Joe Staley, Marshal Yanda, Luke Kuechcly, Terrell Suggs, Earl Thomas, and Adam Vinatieri.

So it’s a loaded group, but Evans clearly has plenty of support among the Hall of Fame voters. Maybe this is the year he’ll get in. Evans has gotten one  step further during each year of eligibility, and unlike some players on this list he has both the personal achievements and a Super Bowl ring on his resume. The group will be whittled down further to just 25 semifinalists in a month.

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Mark Dantonio to go into Spartan Stadium ring of honor

Mark Dantonio to be inducted into the Spartan Stadium ring of honor

Former Michigan State football coach Mark Dantonio is known as a Spartan legend for the success he brought to the MSU program. Dantonio is going to be rewarded for the success he brought to East Lansing.

In a letter from Alan Haller, addressing the community, Haller noted that Dantonio will be going into the Spartan Stadium ring of honor during MSU’s game against Ohio State.

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Watch: Jahri Evans learns he’s going into the Saints Ring of Honor

These days Jahri Evans works for the Saints as an assistant coach. News that he’s going into the team’s Ring of Honor was met with applause and a great speech:

News recently broke that legendary New Orleans Saints offensive lineman Jahri Evans would be the next addition to the team’s Ring of Honor, one of the most prestigious honors a player can receive with the black and gold. Evans has worked with the coaching staff since 2022, when he started as a training camp intern, and was hired full-time as an assistant coach since 2023.

So it’s convenient that he was on hand when head coach Dennis Allen announced his induction during a team meeting. It allowed Evans to speak in front of players and coaches about what this means to him. The announcement came to thunderous applause, and Evans stood to speak about what an honor this is to him.

“I don’t know what to say, you know what I mean, this is,” Evans said. “I was not expecting this. I’m holding back tears.”

He continued: “This is awesome man, it was always a dream of mine to play this game, and when I got the opportunity to play it, it was as hard as I could, as tough as I could, and the biggest thing was winning games. Biggest thing is winning games as a team, not letting my teammates down, you know? And, obviously having the chance to win a Super Bowl.”

He addressed the team for about two minutes, and with how uncommon these inductions are (Allen noted that there are just seven people in the Saints Ring of Honor), it is great to see how special it really is to Evans and those around him. It’s almost as exclusive as the Pro Football Hall of Fame; Evans reached the finalist stage last time after reaching the semifinalist stage in his first year of eligibility. He just needs to get over that last hurdle.

Evans will be formally inducted to the Saints Ring of Honor at halftime of their Nov. 17 game with the Cleveland Browns.

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Saints legend Jahri Evans set to be added to team’s Ring of Honor

The date has been set for New Orleans Saints legend Jahri Evans to be added to the team’s Ring of Honor, in front of a full house:

The New Orleans Saints have announced another addition to their Ring of Honor, which currently only is host to seven members. Legendary offensive lineman Jahri Evans will be added to the group and will be forever enshrined in Saints history as one of the team’s most influential members.

The Saints Ring of Honor was created on Oct. 9, 2013, and inducted three players in its first year, but has not inducted any since 2021. The first three added were Archie Manning, Rickey Jackson, and Willie Roaf. From then on, it was Morten Anderson in 2015, Tom Benson in 2019, Will Smith in 2019, and Sam Mills in 2021. It would also be a fair assumption to believe Drew Brees will eventually be added to this group as well.

The ceremony for Evans’ induction into the Ring of Honor will take place at halftime of their Week 11 game against the Cleveland Browns, on Nov. 17 with a 1 P.M. CT kickoff time. After 11 seasons with the Saints of extremely high level play, he is no doubt deserving of this honor and his name will forever be displayed on the upper terrace of the Caesars Superdome.

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Bengals reveal 2024 Ring of Honor ballot

The 2024 Ring of Honor ballot is here.

The Cincinnati Bengals have revealed which game will serve as its Ring of Honor showcase during the 2024 season.

Alongside doing that, the team has also pulled back the proverbial curtain on which players will populate the ballot this year:

  • K JIM BREECH (1980-92)
  • RB JAMES BROOKS (1984-91)
  • WR CRIS COLLINSWORTH (1981-88)
  • RB COREY DILLON (1997-2003)
  • S DAVID FULCHER (1986-92)
  • NT TIM KRUMRIE (1983-94)
  • G DAVE LAPHAM (1974-83)
  • RG MAX MONTOYA (1979-89)
  • CB LEMAR PARRISH (1970-77)
  • TE BOB TRUMPY (1968-77)
  • LB REGGIE WILLIAMS (1976-89)

Last year, the Bengals added Boomer Esiason and Chad Johnson to the list of Ken Anderson, Willie Anderson, Paul Brown, Isaac Curtis, Anthony Muñoz and Ken Riley.

This year, the inductees should make for an interesting debate as the obvious names have now earned their place.

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Bengals announce Ring of Honor game will be on Monday Night Football

Bengals announce Ring Of Honor game.

The Cincinnati Bengals have announced which game will be the Ring of Honor game this year when the 2024 members will officially be inducted.

When the Washington Commanders come to town on Sept. 23 for Monday Night Football at 8:15, two former Bengals will be inducted into the Bengals Ring of Honor.

The Bengals have also announced 11 players who will be on this year’s ballot with the chance to be inducted. Those players are Jim Breech, James Brooks, Cris Collinsworth, Corey Dillon, David Fulcher, Time Krumrie, Dave Lapham, Max Montoya, Lemar Parrish, Bob Trumpy and Reggie Williams.

Voting opened on May 22 and goes through June 7 and Bengals season ticket holders are eligible to vote on the team’s app.

Last year Chad Johnson and Boomer Esiason were inducted during halftime of the Bengals-Rams Monday Night Football game, so it will be the second straight year the event takes place on a Monday night.

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