Unmasking the Next Generation's Hall of Fame
Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 1980
The 4-member Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 1980 was highlighted by the enshrinements of Bob Lilly and Deacon Jones.
Notable players who didn't make the final cut this year were Jim Ringo and Willie Wood (see below for the rest of the finalists).
The Enshrinement Ceremony was held on Saturday, August 2nd, 1980.
| Hall of Famer | Category | Position | Final Ballots |
Bob Lilly  | Player | DT | 1 |
Deacon Jones   | Player | DE | 1 |
Jim Otto  | Player | C | 1 |
Herb Adderley  | Player | CB | 3 |
| ⇦ 1979 | 1981 ⇨ |
Finalists Who Didn't Make the Cut in 1980
| ⇦ 1979 | 1981 ⇨ |
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