LeSean McCoy argues for Antonio Brown's Hall of Fame candidacy
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 4:07 AM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
LeSean McCoy stated on a podcast that Antonio Brown deserves first-ballot induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. McCoy claimed he would choose Brown over Jerry Rice, despite acknowledging that the discussion is influenced by Brown's controversial career ending. Brown, a four-time First-Team All-Pro and Super Bowl champion, will be eligible for the Hall of Fame in 2027. Opinions may vary regarding his induction due to his tumultuous post-NFL actions.
- •Antonio Brown will be eligible for the Hall of Fame in 2027.
- •LeSean McCoy supports Brown as a first-ballot Hall of Famer.
- •McCoy compares Brown favorably to Jerry Rice.
- •Brown's career controversies may affect his Hall of Fame chances.
- •Brown is a four-time First-Team All-Pro and Super Bowl champion.
- 4:07 AMYahoo Sports — NFL legend drops shocking take on Steelers' Antonio Brown making Hall of Fame
"Former Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Antonio Brown was at the center of an insane Hall of Fame take from LeSean McCoy.
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