The Pro Football Hall of Fame’s selection committee is tasked each year with selecting a Hall of Fame class. But how do all of those names first appear on their radar?
It’s a starting point not many have probably considered. Except for Vermont retiree Bob Birkett, who has officially nominated Colin Kaepernick for induction based on his efforts to raise awareness of police brutality.
How is Kaepernick a nominee for the Hall of Fame?
It’s the very first line under the “How Are New Enshrines Selected?” section of the Pro Football Hall of Fame website.