Willie Anderson-HOF semi Finalist 2022

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(11-22-2022, 03:18 PM)pally Wrote: Willie has made the next step for the 3rd year in a row. Joe Thomas is the only no brainer inductee lineman on the list

I would argue against the no brainer thing for Thomas. My belief is he shouldn't be in before Willie is. People will point out the Pro Bowls as his resume for going, but he only got those after all the noise that came that Anderson missed out numerous times because of team performance. He was a rookie Anderson's final year in Stripes, and Anderson retired after Thomas' sophomore season. Meanwhile, Anderson gave up a total of 13 sacks in his career. Thomas gave up 30. There's plenty more that shows Anderson as more deserving for those willing to look into it. For the record, I do believe Thomas is worthy of going, but not before players that were better than he was.