Discussion

Richard Dent elected to Hall of Fame

Updated: February 6, 2011, 3:32 PM ET
By Jeff Dickerson | ESPNChicago.com

DALLAS -- The wait is over for Richard Dent.

After being denied by the 44-member selection board six times in the last seven years, the former Chicago Bears defensive end was finally elected into the Pro Football Hall of Fame on Saturday.

"It feels great," Dent said. "I'm very appreciative and very happy. It was a long time coming."

At the time of his retirement (following the 1997 season), Dent's 137.5 career sack total was third behind Hall of Famers Reggie White and Bruce ...

Read full story

ESPN Conversations


You must be signed in to post a comment

Already have an account?

You are fully responsible for the content you post. Content that includes profanity, personal attacks or antisocial behavior (such as "spamming" or "trolling"), or other inappropriate content or material will be removed. We reserve the right to block any user who violates our terms of use, including removing all content posted by that user.

EDITORS' PICKS

  • Marked Man
    The Bruins have given Patrick Kane little room to roam.
  • Blast Off
    Ryan Sweeney's two-run homer was part of a four-run first inning for the Cubs.
  • 'Just Not Good Enough'
    Tony Amonte criticized Marian Hossa for missing Game 3 and questioned his pain threshold.
  • Draft Flexibility
    The Bulls have built a team that has some flexibility entering the draft.
  • Central Problem
    Although the White Sox battled back late, the Twins won the opener.

Facebook » Twitter »

ALSO SEE

MORE NFL HEADLINES