The ballots are counted and the results are in. One player was enshrined this year: Bobby Mathews will now see his plaque mounted beside the other greats from the game. The full voting results are included here. Players require 75% of ballots cast to be elected to the Hall, may stay on the ballot for up to 10 years if they receive at least 5% of the votes. Players must be retired for 5 years before they are eligible for induction to the Hall of Fame. SP Bobby Mathews 93.5 (1st year) Inducted HOF
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