Unmasking the Next Generation's Hall of Fame
Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 1972
The 4-member Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 1972 was highlighted by the enshrinements of Gino Marchetti and Ollie Matson.
Notable players who didn't make the final cut this year were Joe Schmidt and Bill George (see below for the rest of the finalists).
The Enshrinement Ceremony was held on Saturday, July 29th, 1972.
| Hall of Famer | Category | Position | Final Ballots |
Gino Marchetti  | Player | DE | 1 |
Ollie Matson  | Player | RB | 1 |
| Ace Parker | Senior | QB | 1 |
| Lamar Hunt | Contributor | 1 |
| ⇦ 1971 | 1973 ⇨ |
Finalists Who Didn't Make the Cut in 1972
| ⇦ 1971 | 1973 ⇨ |
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