The Philadelphia Eagles have several players in the Pro Football Hall of Fame, but there is one who is close to eligibility and feels like he will be a first-ballot Hall of Famer.
NFL.com lead draft writer Eric Edholm shared his list of one or two legends on each team who should be next to get into the Hall of Fame. Edholm's choice was pretty easy with former Eagles center Jason Kelce getting the nod.
"Kelce, who gains eligibility in 2029, figures to go in on either his first or second ballot. He’s an extremely recognizable figure, and Kelce’s tremendous accomplishments -- he's a six-time first-team All-Pro -- make him a relatively easy call, even at the historically difficult position of center. Fletcher Cox is also eligible that same year, and he might get in eventually, but Kelce is the no-brainer call here."
Jason Kelce is an easy choice to be in the Hall of Fame soon
After being a sixth-round pick in 2011 under Andy Reid as head coach for the Eagles, Kelce has built quite a resume to be in the Hall of Fame, as he is considered one of the greatest centers in NFL history. Kelce has seven Pro Bowl selections, six first-team All-Pro selections, and was part of the Eagles' first Super Bowl champion team.
Even off the field, Kelce has made a huge impact on the game of football. His podcast with Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, "New Heights," has been among the number one shows for about a year. Jason Kelce's work on ESPN has been noted for bringing a new energy to the Monday Night Countdown show.
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Eagles fans would love to see six-time Pro Bowler Cox in the Hall of Fame as well, but he will be waiting a bit to get in. Kelce should easily get in and be a part of football history.
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