One week from today, legendary New England Patriots cornerback Ty Law will be honored in Canton, Ohio, as he and seven other prominent NFL figures will become enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Law is certainly deserving of the honor – his career stats and accomplishments as a player place him well near the top of the league’s Mount Olympus of cornerbacks. Beyond his individual numbers, though, he also revolutionized his position, effectively forcing the NFL to adapt to his playing style by regulating just how physical and contact-heavy corners could be with opposing wide receivers.