Vince Lombardi is considered one of the best if not the greatest coach in the history of the NFL. But Lombardi's dynasty would not have been possible and Lombardi may never have coached the Green Bay Packers if not for Jack Vainisi.
Vainisi is an overlooked figure by many fans, but now, the veterans committee of the Pro Football Hall of Fame has made the former Packers scout one of 25 former players, coaches and builders who are still in the running for a spot in the hallowed halls of Canton, Ohio.
Not too many scouts get honored by the Pro Football Hall of Fame.