The Jacksonville Jaguars finally were able to get a player in the Pro Football Hall-of-Fame this week as former offensive tackle Tony Boselli was named to the 2022 class. His selection took a lot of patience after he was named a finalist the last six seasons, but it all paid off in the end, and now he will be getting a gold jacket relatively soon.
Of course, the wait was a long one for Jags fans who had been voicing their opinions on the matter every February, too, which was something Boselli couldn’t help but be thankful for and notice. That’s why he felt the need to take the time out and thank the fanbase Friday, in addition to letting them know that 2022 would be a great year.
Thank you Duval…@Jaguars pic.twitter.com/hqG0NZ3Rxt
— Tony Boselli (@TonyBoselli) February 12, 2022
“Hey Jags fans, I just wanted to say thank you,” Boselli said. “Yesterday was a big moment and a big day. I’m going to the Pro Football Hall-of-Fame. Heading to Canton, and I just want to tell you thank you.
[…] I’m glad that you all were a part of it. I’m happy to represent you. Represent Jacksonville, the Jaguars, and all of Duval. We have great fans and 2022 is going to be a great year. Let’s go Jags!”
Boselli was the Jags’ first-ever draft pick in the 1995 NFL Draft and was selected second overall out of the University of Southern California. And while injuries cut his career short, he was able to earn All-Pro honors three times (1997-99), and Pro Bowl honors five times (1996-2000).
Boselli spoke with the media on Friday about the process of being enshrined. He said that he’s going to be fitted for his jacket and ring on Saturday. He also added that he has an idea of who will present him for his induction, but hasn’t had that conversation with the person yet.
Of course, when more becomes available on Boselli’s induction we’ll be sure to provide updates throughout the coming months.
Boselli will be fitted for his gold jacket and @ProFootballHOF ring on Saturday, along with preliminary work on his bust for Canton. #Jaguars
— Eugene Frenette (@GeneFrenette) February 11, 2022
Boselli says he has an idea who will present him for HOF induction, but hasn’t had that conversation with him yet. I could take a stab at it, but don’t want to hurt anyone’s feelings. Tony will tell us when he’s ready. #Jaguars
— Eugene Frenette (@GeneFrenette) February 11, 2022
