Want to feel old? John Lynch is eligible for Hall of Fame next year

INDIANAPOLIS — Has it really been five years since John Lynch played? The former Broncos safety and nine-time Pro Bowler will be eligible for the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2013. So will Rod Smith, the Broncos’ all-time leading receiver in the three major categories, but it does seem like he’s been away awhile because he missed his entire final season of 2007 with a hip injury. Lynch, Smith and Terrell Davis should at least make the cut to the final 25 modern-era candidates next year. I think all three should get to the final 15, too, but no promises. Steve Atwater, Karl Mecklenburg and Davis made the final 25 this year.