There are over 300 NFL players in the Pro Football Hall of Fame that have been recognized for their athletic achievements on the gridiron.
There’s one clear omission that needs to be corrected sooner rather than later: New York Jets legend Joe Klecko.
Five years after your playing career you’re eligible for enshrinement in Canton, Ohio. Despite being a Pro Bowler at three different positions, a key cog in the New York Sack Exchange, putting up great numbers, Klecko has still been overlooked.
There’s been a lot of speculation over the years why Joe has been overlooked, but this week Klecko joined The Flight Deck Podcast with ESPN’s Rich Cimini and revealed the reason he’s not in the Hall of Fame:
“Super Bowl rings and championship success is a big deal in our league.