Dolphins legend Richmond Webb selected as Pro Football Hall of Fame semifinalist
One of the greatest offensive linemen in Miami Dolphins history has a shot at Canton.
Richmond Webb was named one of the 25 modern-era semifinalists for the Pro Football Hall, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported Wednesday morning.
Webb, who played the first 11 years of his career with the Miami Dolphins, is one of 25 semifinals for the class of 2025.
“It’s truly an honor to make it this far,” Webb said via a video posted on X, later adding that this was his “first time making the semifinals.”
“This is huge,” the Dallas native continued.
The Dolphins selected the Texas A&M tackle with the ninth overall pick in the 1990 NFL Draft. Webb’s job was all too important: protect Dan Marino’s blindside. In that role, he went above and beyond, starting 163 of 176 games during his time with the Dolphins.
Webb would play 13 seasons in the NFL, spending his final two years with the Cincinnati Bengals. By the time he decided to retire in 2002, Webb had racked up seven, consecutive Pro Bowl appearances and two All-Pro selections. He would later be named to the 1990s Pro Football Hall of Fame All-Decade Team.
If Webb makes the cut for the 2025 class, he’ll be head to Canton alongside some elite players. Other modern-era HOF semifinalists include Eli Manning, Hines Ward, Rodney Harrison, Luke Kuechly and Vince Wilfork.
This story was originally published November 20, 2024 at 2:16 PM.
