Dallas, TX (AHN) - The College Football Hall of Fame finalists for 2009 has been released, and includes names like Heisman Trophy winner Desmond Howard and Oklahoma linebacker Brian Bosworth.
A total of 76 players and six coaches are on the ballot, and 12,000 NFF members will voted on who will be this year's nominees.
In order to be eligible for the ballot, players must have been named to a First All-American Team, by a major selector, recognized by the NCAA.
They must also have played their last year of intercollegiate football more than ten years ago, yet have to have played within 50 years. They also cannot be on an active roster for professional football.
Nominated coaches have to have coached for 10 years, with 100 games as a head coach.
They must also enjoy a 60 percent win rate, and have retired if they are under 75. Coaches over 75 may be nominated, even if they are still coaching.
The winners will join 846 players and 182 coaches who have been enshrined within the College Football Hall of Fame.
The votes will be tallied up, and the winner announced on April 30. They will be officially placed into the HOF in summer 2010.
