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Devin Hester Shows Special Teams Players Deserve More Representation in Hall of Fame

Found November 24, 2011 on NESN.com:
PLAYERS: Devin Hester,  Deion Sanders,  George Blanda
TEAMS: Chicago Bears
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There are 267 former NFL players and coaches enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Only a few played special teams and just one was a dedicated special teamer. Deion Sanders and Rod Woodson were kick returners but both were inducted into the Hall of Fame largely for their contributions as defensive backs, not returners. George Blanda and Lou Groza were exceptional placekickers, but both excelled at quarterback and offensive tackle respectively. Only one out Hall of Famer, Jan Stenerud, was a full-time specialist. Enter the Chicago Bears' Devin Hester. The six-year veteran has been one of the most...
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