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The Pro Football Hall of Fame has announced a series of changes to its bylaws governing the annual selection process.
Per the official release, the most notable change will reduce the wait for retired coaches from five seasons to one season out of the sport.
The other key change is the creation of two new 11-person screening committees who will review the full list of nominees in the modern-era players and senior categories each year.
Pro Football Hall of Fame president & CEO Jim Porter issued a statement about the changes included in the announcement:
"The first pillar of the Mission statement at the Pro Football Hall of Fame states we will 'Honor the Greatest of the Game.