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Class of 2007 inductee Bruce Matthews played in a record-tying 14 straight Pro Bowls during his career with the Oilers/Titans. Here is the complete rundown of each member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame who played in the Pro Bowl.
Marlin Briscoe made history in his rookie season by becoming the first African American to start at quarterback in the modern era. He later made his mark in the NFL as a fine wide receiver.
Guard Gene Hickerson, wide receiver Michael Irvin, guard/tackle/center Bruce Matthews, tight end Charlie Sanders, running back Thurman Thomas, and cornerback Roger Wehrli make up the Class of 2007 Pro Football Hall of Fame enshrinees.
The Pittsburgh Steelers and New Orleans Saints will kick off the 2007 preseason schedule in the annual AFC-NFC Hall of Fame Game in Canton on Sunday August 5.
Fan packages for the next August's enshrinement and game celebration are now on sale.
A variety of packages are available to fit the needs of every football fan. Make your plans now and we'll see you in Canton!
African American milestones
A look at Bill Willis and other pioneers who've paved the way for future generations on the NFL gridiron.
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Pro Bowl Gallery
There's an excellent chance that several of the players who take the field for Saturday's Pro Bowl may some day find their way to Canton. Our photo gallery features Hall of Famers at the NFL's All-Star Game over the years.
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PHOTO GALLERY - Pro Bowl Covers
A look at some of the covers for the NFL's annual Pro Bowl dating back to 1939 through Saturday's All-Star Game.
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DOUG WILLIAMS HELMET
Doug Williams, who later became the first African-American QB to start a Super Bowl, began his career with Tampa Bay. This is his Buccaneers helmet from 1979 that was fitted with a special facemask to give Williams added protection after he suffered a broken jaw.
Recent acquisitions added to Hall's collection »
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Class of 2007 announced Saturday from MiamiThe Pro Football Hall of Fame added six new members on Saturday. Watch the press conference and interviews with the Hall's newest members.
Wednesday, Feb. 14
Meet and Greet Book Signing with Marlin Briscoe
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM ET
 Former Pro Bowl star and African American pioneer Marlin Briscoe, will sign the newly released book, Third and A Mile, The Trials and Triumphs of the Black Quarterback. Admission is free to the public.
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