Joe Jacoby’s annual flirtation with the Pro Football Hall of Fame has reached the next level.
The former standout offensive tackle, who was an integral part of the Hogs in the 1980s, has advanced to the next round in the Seniors category for induction in Canton. He is one of 34 veterans to make it this far. The list will be pared to nine semi-finalists in about a month.
Jacoby played 13 seasons for the team now called the Washington Commanders from 1981 to 1993. He was a three-time Super Bowl champion, made four consecutive Pro Bowls, and was chosen as a first-team All-Pro in 1983 and 1984.