49ers legendary linebacker Patrick Willis’ wait for the Hall of Fame is over, as is his wait for a gold jacket.
The Pro Football Hall of Fame on Saturday posted a video of Willis opening the iconic gold jacket that Hall of Famers receive upon their selection to pro football’s most exclusive fraternity.
While the video doesn’t show Willis putting the jacket on, 49ers fans will get to see him wear it for the first time at the induction ceremony in Canton, Ohio on Aug. 3.
This year was Willis’ fifth on the ballot and his fifth as a HOF finalist. He spent eight seasons in the NFL all with the 49ers and racked up a Defensive Rookie of the Year award, seven Pro Bowl trips and six All-Pro nods while leading the NFL in tackles twice.
You now have the real deal, @PatrickWillis52. Soon you will be able to wear your Gold Jacket made by @HaggarCo with the rest of the Class of 2024. pic.twitter.com/TaU6E7sIEA
— Pro Football Hall of Fame (@ProFootballHOF) July 13, 2024
Willis is joined in the 2024 Hall of Fame class by defensive end Dwight Freeney, linebacker Randy Gradishar, kick returner Devin Hester, wide receiver Andre Johnson, offensive lineman Steve McMichael, and defensive end Julius Peppers.
