Troy Polamalu is one step away from becoming the latest Pittsburgh Steeler to be immortalized in the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio.
Polamalu, one of the greatest safeties to play the game, is one of 15 modern-era finalists for the Hall, the league announced Thursday. Polamalu and Indianapolis Colts receiver Reggie Wayne are the only finalists in their first year of eligibility to make the cut from the initial list of 25 candidates.
The other HOF finalists are:
Alan Faneca, offensive guard – 1998-2007 Pittsburgh Steelers, 2008-09 New York Jets.