Donald Driver: Hall Of Famer?

[Joemailman]

We all know Favre will be there someday, but could Driver join him? If Driver can average about 1000 yards for the next three seasons, he will have 10,000 yards for his career, which I think is a magic number. Also, if he can continue to excel with the change at quarterback, his reputation will be enhanced.

On the negative side, age is creeping up. Because Donald wasn't much of a factor his first 3 years, he needs to be productive well into his 30's to make up for the lost time. Additionally, he runs the risk of guys like Jones and Nelson taking receptions away from him. It remains to be seen whether he can develop he kind of rapport with Rodgers that he had with Favre. Finally, Driver has never been a big TD guy, which may cause some voters to pass him off as a possession receiver. This perception kept Art Monk out for a long time.

I think 3 more productive years would put Driver in. 10,000 yards would be hard to ignore.

[MJZiggy]

He doesn't seem to be showing any signs of slowing down so far, so I'm on board with that...

[bobblehead]

I doubt it based on the facts. I would love to see it though. Gotta remember he came out of college a nobody....fair or not, that seems to mater. he hasn't won a superbowl...YET!! He isn't a household name really. Those things all factor in. I don't think even 3 1k years do it, getting to the bowl 2x in the next three and him having big games there...that might.

[Joemailman]

I would argue that one reason he isn't a household name is because he was always overshadowed by Favre. If he excels with Rodgers, I think he'll get more recognition than he used to. I agree that having a big game to win the Super Bowl would greatly enhance his chances.

[PlantPage55]

I would argue that one reason he isn't a household name is because he was always overshadowed by Favre. If he excels with Rodgers, I think he'll get more recognition than he used to. I agree that having a big game to win the Super Bowl would greatly enhance his chances.

He would need a bunch more TDs each season to though, I would think.

[Bretsky]

Re: Donald Driver: Hall Of Famer?

We all know Favre will be there someday, but could Driver join him? If Driver can average about 1000 yards for the next three seasons, he will have 10,000 yards for his career, which I think is a magic number. Also, if he can continue to excel with the change at quarterback, his reputation will be enhanced.

On the negative side, age is creeping up. Because Donald wasn't much of a factor his first 3 years, he needs to be productive well into his 30's to make up for the lost time. Additionally, he runs the risk of guys like Jones and Nelson taking receptions away from him. It remains to be seen whether he can develop he kind of rapport with Rodgers that he had with Favre. Finally, Driver has never been a big TD guy, which may cause some voters to pass him off as a possession receiver. This perception kept Art Monk out for a long time.

I think 3 more productive years would put Driver in. 10,000 yards would be hard to ignore.

About a year back I did a statistical analysis of where Driver is right now compared to some Hall of Famers and argued with some enhanced numbers he might be able to get in. I wish I had the energy to find that thread but I'm too lazy.

But paramount to Driver measuring up to those statistic were some liberal assumptions for TD's per year.

Driver had another down year for touchdowns and that is often the stat that pushed HOF'ers over.

He won't cut it cause he doesn't have enough TD's.

[Lurker64]

Surely Donald will catch some of Aaron Rodgers's 52 TD passes this year...

[Patler]

Packer HOF is about the best Driver will see, unless he puts together some phenomenal years in his mid 30's. He needs 3-4000 yards and 30-40 TDs to really have much of a shot at even being considered for the NFL HOF, because his stats will have to overcome relative personal obscurity. Chances are, by the time his name comes up for consideration, many voters will have forgotten who he was or where he played. He's just not a household name.

[falco]

Packer HOF is about the best Driver will see, unless he puts together some phenomenal years in his mid 30's. He needs 3-4000 yards and 30-40 TDs to really have much of a shot at even being considered for the NFL HOF, because his stats will have to overcome relative personal obscurity. Chances are, by the time his name comes up for consideration, many voters will have forgotten who he was or where he played. He's just not a household name.

one might also argue the dearth of talent at WR could shorten his career in GB (i.e., they may not cling to him a year or two past his prime)

[Lurker64]

Packer HOF is about the best Driver will see, unless he puts together some phenomenal years in his mid 30's. He needs 3-4000 yards and 30-40 TDs to really have much of a shot at even being considered for the NFL HOF, because his stats will have to overcome relative personal obscurity. Chances are, by the time his name comes up for consideration, many voters will have forgotten who he was or where he played. He's just not a household name.

one might also argue the dearth of talent at WR could shorten his career in GB (i.e., they may not cling to him a year or two past his prime)

FYI, "dearth" means lack or scarcity. I think we have quite a bit of talent at WR, it's not lacking at all. Not trying to be a jerk, just trying to inform.

[falco]

Packer HOF is about the best Driver will see, unless he puts together some phenomenal years in his mid 30's. He needs 3-4000 yards and 30-40 TDs to really have much of a shot at even being considered for the NFL HOF, because his stats will have to overcome relative personal obscurity. Chances are, by the time his name comes up for consideration, many voters will have forgotten who he was or where he played. He's just not a household name.

one might also argue the dearth of talent at WR could shorten his career in GB (i.e., they may not cling to him a year or two past his prime)

FYI, "dearth" means lack or scarcity. I think we have quite a bit of talent at WR, it's not lacking at all. Not trying to be a jerk, just trying to inform.

holy crap falco just got owned

thats okay you learn something new everday

i meant to say abundance

i don't think i ever used the word dearth before - not sure where that came from

[Guiness]

Packer HOF is about the best Driver will see, unless he puts together some phenomenal years in his mid 30's. He needs 3-4000 yards and 30-40 TDs to really have much of a shot at even being considered for the NFL HOF, because his stats will have to overcome relative personal obscurity. Chances are, by the time his name comes up for consideration, many voters will have forgotten who he was or where he played. He's just not a household name.

one might also argue the dearth of talent at WR could shorten his career in GB (i.e., they may not cling to him a year or two past his prime)

FYI, "dearth" means lack or scarcity. I think we have quite a bit of talent at WR, it's not lacking at all. Not trying to be a jerk, just trying to inform.

holy crap falco just got owned

thats okay you learn something new everday

i meant to say abundance

i don't think i ever used the word dearth before - not sure where that came from

You would think that having Jennings there, getting his share of TD throws, would hurt DD's numbers a lot. And if Jones continues to emerge, more of the same. Like the 'running back by comitee' having 1a and 1b WRs as opposed a 1 and 2 should hurt the #1's numbers.

His TD numbers were certainly down, but he did get 80+ rec and 1000+yds.

[KYPack]

The HOF is tough on receivers. Cris Carter was skipped his first year with close to 14K yds. Art monk was passed over for may years and many thought he's never get in.

I don't think DD makes it, but is a lock for Packer HOF.

As a player and a person.

[mraynrand]

The HOF is tough on receivers. Cris Carter was skipped his first year with close to 14K yds. Art monk was passed over for may years and many thought he's never get in.

I don't think DD makes it, but is a lock for Packer HOF.

As a player and a person.

HOF for Driver? not a chance at present - KY Pack has it nailed. Maybe makes the Jacked up HOF. Love Driver. Would like to be there when he gets into the Packer HOF.

[The Leaper]

I don't think Driver has any realistic chance of making it to Canton. He's a very good player...he's not a great player, at least in terms of league history.