The NFL on Wednesday released the 26 modern era semifinalists for the 2017 Pro Football Hall of Fame induction class. Included on the list are former Miami Dolphins head coach Jimmy Johnson and the team’s legendary defensive end Jason Taylor. The list will be cut to 15 finalists in January, with the 2017 inductees announced on February 4, the Saturday before Super Bowl LI.
Johnson coached the Dolphins from 1996 to 1999, tallying a 36-28 record in the regular season and a 2-3 record in the Playoffs. Prior to joining the Dolphins, Johnson coached the Dallas Cowboys from 1989 to 1993.