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(08-22-2023, 02:05 PM)ochocincos Wrote: Boldin and Jimmy Smith have far more stats than Chad does.
Jimmy Smith (12 years) - 862 receptions for 12287 yards, 67 TDs
Boldin (14 years) - 1076 receptions for 13779 yards, 82 TDs
Chad (11 years) - 766 receptions for 11059 yards, 67 TDs

Do Smith and Boldin have better stats because they played longer than Chad? Arguably yes. But stats are a huge factor into decision-making for HOF when it comes to offensive weapons. With none of them having rings, stats are going to be a bigger part of the conversation. And Chad had the infamous headbutt to his then-wife which ultimately resulted in him never playing in the league another season, which will affect his consideration at least a bit.

Raw statistical accumulation means less and less as eras change and standards of production change.  Even today, it's largely a legacy candidate argument.  It's the Hall of Fame, not the Hall of Stars, and I'll guarantee you more people know exactly who you're talking about when you name drop Chad Johnson than Jimmy Smith.  And I've never heard of a guy who was never an All Pro even once making the Hall.