Thread: Junior Seau’s Family Will Not Be Allowed to Speak at His Hall of Fame Induction

Personally, I don't really have a problem with their stance.

NFL should change the rule, get over it, accept that the sport has consequences.

Originally Posted by Northman

Not entirely sure that is accurate. Elway was introduced by his daughter and Marino by his son both of whom arent affiliated by football at all.

It was something that I hear probably 20+ years ago, the rules could've changed or maybe I'm getting my facts mixed up.

Originally Posted by ShaneFalco

If the honor is supposed to be for the individual, then you let whatever is left of that individual on this earth speak.

I totally agree.

Originally Posted by ShaneFalco

If the honor is supposed to be for the individual, then you let whatever is left of that individual on this earth speak.

Sounds like a noble stance, but that's from a perspective that isn't looking at the image of a multi-billion dollar corporation. The hit now most probably would be much less than allowing someone that is sueing you, to speak on your stage.

Originally Posted by FanInAZ

Its my understanding that its a long established rule that who ever introduces someone into the HoF must have some affiliation with football at some level. Example: Walter Payton's son, who was playing either HS or collage football at the time of his father's introduction, was allowed to introduce him.

For those of you who didn't actually read the full article before passing judgment on the HoF & NFL:

Elway's daughter didn't and she introduced him at his enshrinement.

Originally Posted by Ravage!!!

Sounds like a noble stance, but that's from a perspective that isn't looking at the image of a multi-billion dollar corporation. The hit now most probably would be much less than allowing someone that is sueing you, to speak on your stage.

Of course, the fact that they let her speak on that stage could be useful in the lawsuit.

I think they should let her speak. It is both 'moral' and in my eyes more advantageous for the league in the long run.

Originally Posted by TXBRONC

Elway's daughter didn't and she introduced him at his enshrinement.

The rule was made back in 2010, and its a rule that was set forth due to the time it was taking to introduce all the players when they would want to bring 12 family members to talk. Sounds petty to some, but those that have attended the HoF inductions have stated that it was a MUCH wanted and MUCH needed rule that was pushed for by many people.....because EVERYONE and the kitchen sink wanted to talk and tell stories.

As we all know, there is a reason that news articles have word limits given by the editor and why books have word limits given by the publisher, because people lose interest pretty quickly. The last thing the HoF committee wanted was for people to start to lose interest in what was happening on stage, get bored, figity, and start to look for the exit door...... not to mention being sure not to return again.

The Seau's have a history of being outspoken against the league. Of course the league doesn't want them to speak.

The daughter of the late Junior Seau will be able to speak live during the Pro Football Hall of Fame induction ceremony after all.

FOX Sports has learned the Hall has added some opportunities that will help Sydney Seau further honor her father as a posthumous selection next Saturday in Canton, Ohio.

Sydney will be given the chance to participate in an on-stage interview conducted after the unveiling of Seau's bust. The Hall also has invited Sydney and Seau's three sons to unveil his bust on stage. Normally, the unveiling is only done by the presenter and enshrinee.

rest - http://www.foxsports.com/nfl/story/h...duction-080115

Originally Posted by Denver Native (Carol)

rest - http://www.foxsports.com/nfl/story/h...duction-080115

It was bad press for the HoF to say Seau's daughter couldn't speak.

Originally Posted by Ravage!!!

So, if I'm concerned about the NFL's image, I don't let her or her family take that podium IF I have a legitimate worry about the statements that could/would be made. The bad press they get from not letting her take that podium isn't even NEAR what it would be is she does take it and spills out emotionally.

Well they folded, so it looks like I was right that they'd rather just let them speak then take the bad press from muffling them.

Originally Posted by BroncoWave

Well they folded, so it looks like I was right that they'd rather just let them speak then take the bad press from muffling them.

Well, not really. Rav did say they could still be taking a risk if (and i stress if just like he did in his statement you quoted) she began going on a anti-NFL rant. We really dont know why they changed their minds ultimately.

Originally Posted by BroncoWave

Well they folded, so it looks like I was right that they'd rather just let them speak then take the bad press from muffling them.

To be fair, it doesn't sound like they're going to let her give a speech - just interview her.

Originally Posted by BroncoWave

Well they folded, so it looks like I was right that they'd rather just let them speak then take the bad press from muffling them.

I know youl like to blow your own horn and tell people how much you were right, or tell them they were wrong...or that they should be eating crow, h ow how much you are in tune with the NFL's thoughts.

But you weren't right.. They are giving her a video, one that can and will be edited to be shown.

So maybe, I'll just point out that you were WRONG.