Hall of Famer Marshall Faulk is the only other player to accomplish the feat. Running Back: Roger Craig. The former 49ers running back was among 20 finalists for 10 spots reserved for players whose playing careers ended at least 25 years ago. Roger Craig: Pos: RB, Career: 165 G, 73 TD (78th), 8189 Yds (44th), 4.1 Y/A, All-Pro(1st), 4xProBowl, 49ers/Vikings/.. 1983-1993, 1x Rec Leader, born MS 1960 First RB to receive and run 1,000 yards in the same season. This item will ship to United States, but the seller has not specified shipping options. Craig, whose career ended in 1993, was the most-recent player considered as a finalist by the blue-ribbon panel. > Roger Craig Statistics and History. 4x SB winner. NFL legend Roger Craig is a Hall Of Fame level player who deserves to be in Canton. ... 1956 Topps Roger Craig #65 Gray Back RC PSA 6 Pop 1/76. [RELATED: E-40's 'Niner Gang' music video drops before Rams game]. He played his first eight seasons with the 49ers before going to the Los Angeles Raiders for one season and the Minnesota Vikings in 1992 and 1993. On this Date 1930 - HOF Roger Craig Born By Rick Strunk - NCSHOF Director of Student-Athlete Program 02/17/2021, 5:00am EST On this day in history, Roger Craig was born in Durham. The 49ers were much less successful without Craig. Craig, 59 -- known for his high-stepping running style -- takes one step closer to induction into the Hall of Fame, though the list of finalists is an impressive collection of players that spans every decade from the 1920s through the 1990s. Recently, former 49ers standouts Bryant Young and Patrick Willis were named to the list of Hall of Fame modern-era semifinalists. 14 talking about this. Montana is in the Hall of Fame, Craig is not. The fact that Craig remains outside the Hall is an absolute joke. That season, he rushed for 1,502 yards and nine touchdowns while catching 76 passes for 534 yards. The blue-ribbon panel selected no running backs as part of the expanded class of seniors. He was a three-time Super Bowl champion. Former Raiders star receiver Cliff Branch, who died Aug. 3, is also named as a finalist. It made Roger Craig relevant again. The Hall of Fame put together a blue-ribbon panel of selectors to determine the special class honoring the 100th season of the National Football League. Roger Craig kept Joe healthy. Former 49ers star Roger Craig, one of the most versatile running backs in football history, was announced Thursday as one of 20 finalists for the Pro Football Hall of … 49ers legend Roger Craig's speech at the 49ers Hall of Fame. He was a finalist just once in his traditional eligibility period in 2010 (when Jerry Rice was inducted), and his eligibility expired in 2018 to be inducted via the normal 48-member selection panel. The centennial class of enshrinees will be joined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2020 by five modern-era players who will be elected the day before Super 54 in Miami. Changed the game at RB. He was 71. Craig was the first player in … Roger Craig was the battering ram of the San Francisco offense. The two guys in the picture, for anyone who doesn't recognize them, are 49ers' legends Joe Montana and Roger Craig. Craig was the 1988 NFL Offensive Player of the Year. According to published media reports the final 12 for the senior committee Hall of Fame nominee for the Class of 2021 Ken Anderson, receiver Cliff Branch, running back Roger Craig, inside linebacker Randy Gradishar, defensive end L.C. In February, she checked a Davenport Central Facebook page and saw a link to “Elect Roger Craig to the Hall of Fame,” a reference to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton. Now time for him to be voted to short list & Inducted to the Pro-Football Hall Of Fame! The Pro Football Hall of Fame’s Class of 2021 will be enshrined Sunday, Aug. 8, 2021 in Canton as part of the 2021 Enshrinement Week Powered by Johnson Controls. We looked at total yards, not just rushing yards from our backs.”, [RELATED: 49ers' turnaround has been extremely rare]. Shipped with USPS First Class. Roger CraigA versatile back, Roger Craig proved to be the perfect fit at running back for Bill … Ten seniors will ultimately be inducted into the Hall of Fame, along with three contributors and two coaches. Joe made a mistake and it cost him his career in SF. 1956 Topps Roger Craig White Back #63 PSA 7 NM Brooklyn Dodgers Baseball Card. The best result we found for your search is Roger Craig age 70s in Charlotte, NC in the Dixie - Berryhill neighborhood. its remarkable how different the steelers dynasty is treated (every single player must be great) compared to the 2 decade long cowboys of the 60's -80's, the 49ers of the 80's cowboys of the 90's and the current patriot's where most of the credit is given to a select few. Bill Cowher, Art Modell, Roger Craig headline 38 Pro Football Hall of Fame Centennial finalists for 2020 The Pro Football Hall of Fame is … Craig played both halfback and fullback in the Cornhuskers’ run-dominated offense. This should have already happened, but it’s the perfect opportunity for former San Francisco 49ers star running back Roger Craig to get into the Hall of Fame. He played eight seasons with the 49ers from 1983 to ’90, before ending his career with one season as a member of the Los Angeles Raiders and two with the Minnesota Vikings. “In another offense, Roger would easily have gained a lot more yards rushing,” Hall of Fame coach Bill Walsh wrote in his forward to “Roger Craig’s "Tales from the San Francisco 49ers Sideline” in 2004. The San Francisco 49ers picked running back Roger Craig from the University of Nebraska in the second round, 49th overall, of the 1983 NFL Draft. Roger Craig deserves to be in the NFL Hall of Fame. Return to Top; MLB Players. Greenwood, outside linebacker Chuck Howley, nose tackle Joe Klecko, offensive tackle George Kunz, receiver Stanley Morgan, middle … THIS comments show just why he never won a sb. Full Site Menu. Craig was a four-time Pro Bowl selection. Roger is related to Kathy Graves and Donnie R Craig as well as 3 additional people. Seller assumes all responsibility for this listing. Craig played for five National League teams over all or parts of 12 seasons (1955–1966)—most notably as a member of the Brooklyn and Los Angeles Dodgers, and New York Mets—and then forged a successful post-playing career as a pitching coach and … Select this result to view Roger Craig's phone number, address, and more. $44.95 + $5.00 shipping . Roger Craig’s wait for enshrinement into the Pro Football Hall of Fame continues. That is how important Craig was, especially as a defender of his QB. He made the Pro Bowl as a fullback and tailback. Especially with what he … Roger Craig - Nominated - on long list twice. He played for the San … Roger Craig’s wait for enshrinement into the Pro Football Hall of Fame continues. The remainder of the special 20-person Class of 2020 will include five modern-era players who will be elected from 15 finalists by the full Selection Committee on the eve of Super Bowl 54 in Miami. Condition is Like New. This snubbed 49er great was a player that revolutionized the running back position. Roger Craig should be in the HOF way before Terrell Owens! The modern-era player finalists will be announced on Jan. 2, 2020. He was 71. Roger Craig retired almost 26 years ago. Roger Craig again misses the Hall of Fame. Roger Timothy Craig (born July 10, 1960) is an American former football player who was a running back in the National Football League (NFL). Former Raiders wide receiver Cliff Branch was also a finalist as a seniors candidate and was not selected for induction. Former 49ers star Roger Craig, one of the most versatile running backs in football history, was announced Thursday as one of 20 finalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s special 2020 centennial class. Craig was a four-time Pro Bowl selection. Normally he paved the way for Jarvis Redwine and then Mike Rozier. Former Raiders star receiver Cliff Branch, who died Aug. 3, is also named as a finalist. But Craig, 59, again was passed over, this time by a blue-ribbon panel assembled to select an expanded class to commemorate the 100th season of the NFL. In 1994, Craig became the first player to sign a ceremonial contract to retire with the 49ers, the team that selected him in the second round of the 1983 NFL draft. Here is the list of finalists from which the Blue-Ribbon Panel in January will select a part of the 2020 Hall of Fame Class that consists of 10 seniors, three contributors and two coaches: Eight Finalists – Coaches who last coached more than five seasons agoTwo Coaches will be inducted into the Hall’s special Centennial Class of 2020, Don Coryell – 1973-77 St. Louis Cardinals, 1978-1986 San Diego ChargersBill Cowher – 1992-2006 Pittsburgh SteelersTom Flores – 1979-1987 Oakland/Los Angeles Raiders, 1992-94 Seattle SeahawksMike Holmgren – 1992-98 Green Bay Packers, 1999-2008 Seattle SeahawksJimmy Johnson – 1989-1993 Dallas Cowboys, 1996-99 Miami DolphinsBuddy Parker – 1949 Chicago Cardinals, 1951-56 Detroit Lions, 1957-1964 Pittsburgh SteelersDan Reeves – 1981-1992 Denver Broncos, 1993-96 New York Giants, 1997-2003 Atlanta FalconsDick Vermeil – 1976-1982 Philadelphia Eagles, 1997-99 St. Louis Rams, 2001-05 Kansas City Chiefs, Ten Finalists – An individual other than a player or coachThree Contributors will be inducted into the Hall’s special Centennial Class of 2020, Bud Adams, Owner – 1960-2013 Houston Oilers/Tennessee Oilers/TitansRalph Hay, Owner – 1918-1922 Canton BulldogsFrank “Bucko” Kilroy, Scout/General Manager/Executive – 1960-61 Philadelphia Eagles, 1962-64 Washington Redskins, 1965-1970 Dallas Cowboys, 1971-2006 New England PatriotsArt McNally, Official/Administrator – 1959-2015 National Football LeagueArt Modell, Owner – 1961-1995 Cleveland Browns, 1996-2011 Baltimore RavensClint Murchison, Founder/Owner – 1960-1983 Dallas CowboysSteve Sabol, Administrator/President – 1964-2012 NFL FilmsSeymour Siwoff, Owner/President – 1952-2019 Elias Sports BureauPaul Tagliabue, Commissioner – 1989-2006 National Football LeagueGeorge Young, Contributor/General Manager – 1968-1974 Baltimore Colts, 1975-78 Miami Dolphins, 1979-1997 New York Giants, 1998-2001 National Football League, Twenty finalists – A player who last played more than 25 seasons agoTen Seniors will be inducted into the Hall’s special Centennial Class of 2020, Cliff Branch, WR – 1972-1985 Oakland/Los Angeles RaidersHarold Carmichael, WR – 1971-1983 Philadelphia Eagles, 1984 Dallas CowboysJim Covert, T – 1983-1990 Chicago BearsRoger Craig, RB – 1983-1990 San Francisco 49ers, 1991 Los Angeles Raiders, 1992-93 Minnesota VikingsBobby Dillon, S – 1952-59 Green Bay PackersLaVern Dilweg, E – 1926 Milwaukee Badgers, 1927-1934 Green Bay PackersOx Emerson, G/LB/C – 1931-37 Portsmouth Spartans/Detroit Lions, 1938 Brooklyn DodgersRandy Gradishar, LB – 1974-1983 Denver BroncosCliff Harris, S – 1970-79 Dallas CowboysWinston Hill, T – 1963-1976 New York Jets, 1977 Los Angeles RamsCecil Isbell, TB/DB/HB – 1938-1942 Green Bay PackersAlex Karras, DT – 1958-1962, 1964-1970 Detroit LionsVerne Lewellen, HB – 1924-27, 1928-1932 Green Bay Packers, 1927 New York YankeesTommy Nobis, LB – 1966-1976 Atlanta FalconsDrew Pearson, WR – 1973-1983 Dallas CowboysDonnie Shell, S – 1974-1987 Pittsburgh SteelersDuke Slater, T – 1922 Milwaukee Badgers, 1922-25 Rock Island Independents, 1926-1931 Chicago CardinalsMac Speedie, E – 1946-1952 Cleveland Browns [AAFC/NFL]Ed Sprinkle, DE/LB/E – 1944-1955 Chicago BearsAl Wistert, OT/DT/G – 1943 Phil-Pitt, 1944-1951 Philadelphia Eagles, E-40's 'Niner Gang' music video drops before Rams game.