Is Antonio Brown a Hall of Famer?

Isaac Bruce | WR | Class of 2020: Bruce was never an All-Pro but made four Pro Bowls as a member of the Rams’ “Greatest Show on Turf” team. He played 16 seasons, all but two with the Rams, and led the NFL in receiving yards in 1996. He had eight 1,000 yard-seasons on his way to 15,208 yards and 91 career touchdowns.

Brown can’t match his yardage and touchdown totals but never played on a high-powered offense like Bruce’s Rams. Brown also played seven fewer seasons.

Verdict: Bruce earns points for longevity, but Brown in his prime, Brown was the better receiver.

Randy Moss | WR | Class of 2018: Moss earned three All-Pro nominations as a Viking and one with the Patriots. He led the league in receiving touchdowns five times and had 10 1,000-yard seasons. He finished with 982 receptions for 15,292 yards and 156 scores for his career.

Brown also earned four All-Pro nominations but fell short of Moss’ touchdown and yardage totals. Brown also had nine career rushing touchdowns, while Moss had none. Like Bruce, Moss also played 14 seasons including three-plus years with Tom Brady.

Verdict: He’s no Moss, but few were.

The numbers certainly support enshrinement for Brown. Unfortunately, they don't tell the whole story of the talented wide receiver, who has faced a slew of off-field issues and some bizarre on-field incidents that inevitably cast a shadow over his skill and production.

To be clear, the Pro Football Hall of Fame does not have a character clause like the Baseball Hall of Fame. While players like Barry Bonds, Alex Rodriguez and Pete Rose may never be enshrined in Cooperstown, there’s nothing to keep Brown out of Canton.

Verdict: Brown will be eligible for the Hall of Fame in 2027. He may have to wait, but should eventually get in.