FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- The New England Patriots announced that three former players have been selected as finalists for this year's induction into the team's Hall of Fame -- cornerback Raymond Clayborn, running back Kevin Faulk and linebacker Mike Vrabel.
Clayborn is a finalist for the third straight year, while Faulk and Vrabel are first-time finalists. Faulk and Vrabel helped the Patriots earn the first three Super Bowl championships in franchise history.
One finalist will be selected via a fan vote on the team's web site.
Clayborn was a three-time Pro Bowl player (1983, 1985, 1986) for the Patriots during a career that extended from 1977-89.