The Pro Football Hall of Fame has officially announced Roger Craig as a member of the incoming class. Our organized efforts ensured his statistical achievements remained at the forefront of the selection committee meetings. We will monitor the induction ceremony preparations to confirm all logistics proceed as scheduled.
February 24, 2020
Final supporters
Please sign this petition requesting the Pro Football Hall of Fame to enshrine Roger Craig in the 2020 Seniors HOF class. Roger’s accomplishments, including three SuperBowl championships, make him more than qualified for consideration. Here is a brief synopsis of some of the achievements that make him worthy of this honor:
- Roger changed the role of the RB from strictly running the ball to a running, catching and blocking role. This permanently changed the face of the game. His pioneering efforts are an enduring part of the game today.
- Roger was the FIRST player in NFL history to run for 1000 yards and catch for 1000 yards in the same season. (Only one other player, Marshall Faulk, has done this since Roger).
- Roger was NFL AP Offensive Player of the Year, 1988.
- Roger is three-time Super Bowl champion.
- Roger is the FIRST player to score three touchdowns in a Super Bowl (1985).
- Roger is the ONLY player to be selected to Pro Bowl at multiple positions (RB, FB)
- Roger is a member of the NFL All-Decade Team of the 1980’s
- Roger participated in playoff games in every season of his career
- Roger Craig, the ONLY skilled position player from the NFL team of the 1980’s who is NOT in the Hall of Fame. It is time to take action for Roger.
Additionally, Roger has led an exemplary life off the field and contributes to his sport and community in many ways. He is a genuine and humble person always more concerned about others than himself. He embodies the Heart of a Hall of Famer and will be an excellent ambassador for the Hall of Fame. Please sign this petition to help give Roger this honor he so richly deserves. Thank you for your support!!!
Updates
Reached 2,500 supporters
December 17, 2019
December 15, 2019
We are approaching 2,500 signatures which serves as the threshold for my upcoming briefing with the selection committee members. I need you to forward this link to your contacts now to ensure we hit that target before the next round of formal reviews begins.
August 11, 2019
The current momentum has successfully captured the attention of several regional sports journalists who are now requesting interviews regarding this candidacy. I am currently drafting a formal letter of inquiry to the Pro Football Hall of Fame selectors to ensure this data is placed directly into their hands.
Reached 1,000 supporters
June 30, 2019
Reached 100 supporters
March 17, 2019
March 14, 2019
We need to hit the 100 signature benchmark to secure our scheduled meeting with the induction committee representatives. Direct your network to the petition link now to ensure we have the necessary leverage for that discussion.
1,310 Comments
Roger CraIg set the bar as a high stepping running back who could be a punishing runner, sure handed receiver and a fearless blocker. His attitude further distinguished him as a team first guy. He was a winner at Nebraska and in the NFL. Let's put him in the HOF.
Craig was a great ‘Husker and a great “high-stepping” pro running back. It’s unbelievable he is not in the H of F. Lot’s of impactful players on those 49’er teams but Craig should be in based on where the rb position is today (pass catching)!
He should have been inducted a long time ago. Check the stats. Really the 1st all around receiving/rushing RB. The Swiss Army knife of the 80’s Niner Football.... 3 time Super Bowl Champion, and 80’s all decade team... enough said
Much like Bob Gibson did in baseball and Steph Curry has done in basketball, Roger changed how the game is played today, Running backs need to be able to do it all and Roger proved that it could be done. It's time he gets into the HOF!
Roger was a rival of mine from 9yrs old midget football through high school. Afterward I watched as he progressed into one of the best all purpose running backs in the NFL. He is by all means worthy of the Hall of Fame. Great person, Great athlete. Enough said...
Roger Craig is the most deserving football player not in the Hall of Fame! He transformed the position of running back while being a great team player and role model!
He is one of only 5 backs who ran and caught for 1000yds. His Character is awesome too!
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The Pro Football Hall of Fame has officially announced Roger Craig as a member of the incoming class. Our organized efforts ensured his statistical achievements remained at the forefront of the selection committee meetings. We will monitor the induction ceremony preparations to confirm all logistics proceed as scheduled.
February 24, 2020
Final supporters
Please sign this petition requesting the Pro Football Hall of Fame to enshrine Roger Craig in the 2020 Seniors HOF class. Roger’s accomplishments, including three SuperBowl championships, make him more than qualified for consideration. Here is a brief synopsis of some of the achievements that make him worthy of this honor:
- Roger changed the role of the RB from strictly running the ball to a running, catching and blocking role. This permanently changed the face of the game. His pioneering efforts are an enduring part of the game today.
- Roger was the FIRST player in NFL history to run for 1000 yards and catch for 1000 yards in the same season. (Only one other player, Marshall Faulk, has done this since Roger).
- Roger was NFL AP Offensive Player of the Year, 1988.
- Roger is three-time Super Bowl champion.
- Roger is the FIRST player to score three touchdowns in a Super Bowl (1985).
- Roger is the ONLY player to be selected to Pro Bowl at multiple positions (RB, FB)
- Roger is a member of the NFL All-Decade Team of the 1980’s
- Roger participated in playoff games in every season of his career
- Roger Craig, the ONLY skilled position player from the NFL team of the 1980’s who is NOT in the Hall of Fame. It is time to take action for Roger.
Additionally, Roger has led an exemplary life off the field and contributes to his sport and community in many ways. He is a genuine and humble person always more concerned about others than himself. He embodies the Heart of a Hall of Famer and will be an excellent ambassador for the Hall of Fame. Please sign this petition to help give Roger this honor he so richly deserves. Thank you for your support!!!
Updates
Reached 2,500 supporters
December 17, 2019
December 15, 2019
We are approaching 2,500 signatures which serves as the threshold for my upcoming briefing with the selection committee members. I need you to forward this link to your contacts now to ensure we hit that target before the next round of formal reviews begins.
August 11, 2019
The current momentum has successfully captured the attention of several regional sports journalists who are now requesting interviews regarding this candidacy. I am currently drafting a formal letter of inquiry to the Pro Football Hall of Fame selectors to ensure this data is placed directly into their hands.
Reached 1,000 supporters
June 30, 2019
Reached 100 supporters
March 17, 2019
March 14, 2019
We need to hit the 100 signature benchmark to secure our scheduled meeting with the induction committee representatives. Direct your network to the petition link now to ensure we have the necessary leverage for that discussion.
1,310 Comments
First 1000 rushing and receiving player. First 3 TD day in the Super Bowl, should have been MVP. Sacrificed by playing position other than his best. (both in college and the pros) Unfortunately, remembered for the playoff game against the Giants.
Roger CraIg set the bar as a high stepping running back who could be a punishing runner, sure handed receiver and a fearless blocker. His attitude further distinguished him as a team first guy. He was a winner at Nebraska and in the NFL. Let's put him in the HOF.
Craig was a great ‘Husker and a great “high-stepping” pro running back. It’s unbelievable he is not in the H of F. Lot’s of impactful players on those 49’er teams but Craig should be in based on where the rb position is today (pass catching)!
He should have been inducted a long time ago. Check the stats. Really the 1st all around receiving/rushing RB. The Swiss Army knife of the 80’s Niner Football.... 3 time Super Bowl Champion, and 80’s all decade team... enough said
Much like Bob Gibson did in baseball and Steph Curry has done in basketball, Roger changed how the game is played today, Running backs need to be able to do it all and Roger proved that it could be done. It's time he gets into the HOF!
Roger was a rival of mine from 9yrs old midget football through high school. Afterward I watched as he progressed into one of the best all purpose running backs in the NFL. He is by all means worthy of the Hall of Fame. Great person, Great athlete. Enough said...
Roger Craig is the most deserving football player not in the Hall of Fame! He transformed the position of running back while being a great team player and role model!
He is one of only 5 backs who ran and caught for 1000yds. His Character is awesome too!
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First 1000 rushing and receiving player. First 3 TD day in the Super Bowl, should have been MVP. Sacrificed by playing position other than his best. (both in college and the pros) Unfortunately, remembered for the playoff game against the Giants.