Troy Polamalu named first year Pro Football Hall of Fame finalist

(AP) — In his first year of eligibility, Troy Polamalu is among 15 finalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s modern-day 2020 class.

The former Steelers safety is joined by six others who have never been finalists: Colts receiver Reggie Wayne; Packers safety LeRoy Butler; Rams receiver Torry Holt; Panthers linebacker Sam Mills; Dolphins linebacker Zach Thomas; and 49ers defensive tackle Bryant Young.

The NFL’s modern-era player finalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s class of 2020 were announced this past Thursday evening.