Chiefs Jim Tyrer is a finalist for the Hall of Fame (senior committee)

kccrow · 12-06-2024, 05:49 PM

We have to recall that era and how these guys were, basically, forced to block and that was with their head first. There is, in my mind, absolutely no question about concussions and CTE being an overwhelming factor in Tyrer killing his wife. While pathology isn't always causality, it's hard to argue against it when the guy was pretty calm and easy-going otherwise. Tie in the financial struggles of losing a few businesses and the recipe was easily there to tip someone with mental health issues over the edge.

Should we forever crucify Jim or is there some way to find forgiveness and let him into the HoF he would very much otherwise deserve? It's a tough one, for sure. Morally, I have a difficult time regardless of reason.

View Poll Results: Who gets your vote? You can select UP TO THREE.
Ralph Hay	5	13.51%
Mike Holmgren	17	45.95%
Maxie Baughan	2	5.41%
Sterling Sharpe (the good Sharpe)	13	35.14%
Jim Tyrer	27	72.97%
I would vote for none of these.	3	8.11%
Multiple Choice Poll. Voters: 37. You may not vote on this poll

12-06-2024, 05:49 PM	#14
kccrow MVP Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Michigan Casino cash: $-1230000	We have to recall that era and how these guys were, basically, forced to block and that was with their head first. There is, in my mind, absolutely no question about concussions and CTE being an overwhelming factor in Tyrer killing his wife. While pathology isn't always causality, it's hard to argue against it when the guy was pretty calm and easy-going otherwise. Tie in the financial struggles of losing a few businesses and the recipe was easily there to tip someone with mental health issues over the edge. Should we forever crucify Jim or is there some way to find forgiveness and let him into the HoF he would very much otherwise deserve? It's a tough one, for sure. Morally, I have a difficult time regardless of reason.
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