It began with him singing a love song to his mother, and presenter, Georgia. My brother, my rabbit who I was chasing as a child, you built for this game through tough love, Woodson said. While Charles Woodson has always been a stoic force on the field, the moment he found out he was going to be inducted in the Hall of Fame, his emotions came flooding out. A guy who really was a trendsetter when it comes to football players and kind of changing the game.". 2021 Pro Football Hall of Fame induction takeaways: Peyton Manning's Listen to Hall of Fame inductee and former Raiders and Green Bay Packers defensive back Charles Woodson's full speech at the Pro Football HOF Class of 2021 enshrinement ceremony. Charles Woodson combined the quickness and agility of a "cover corner" with the size, strength and willingness to bring down ball carriers at a level few in the National Football League's history have matched. No portion of this site may be reproduced without the express written permission of the Las Vegas Raiders. Former Green Bay Packers safety LeRoy Butler gets inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio on Aug. 6, 2022. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. Analysts around the media give their first impressions of the Silver and Black's 2023 draft. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. The content on this site is for entertainment and educational purposes only. Woodson said hanging out with the veteran players is what taught him the expectations of being a Raider: toughness, physicality and speed. It won't mark the end of his celebration of. Quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo discusses joining the Silver and Black in free agency, Head Coach Josh McDaniels, Raider Nation and more. He often was the coolest, too, a seemingly unshakable mix of talent, confidence and composure. So, when I say, When I go in, we all go in, I mean that from the bottom of my heart.. Watch highlights of new Raiders cornerback Brandon Facyson. Quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo on joining the Raiders, Head Coach Josh McDaniels, his mindset for 2023 and more. Former Packers S LeRoy Butler has been named to the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2022. The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. Woodson's 18-year pro career included him becoming the only player in NFL history with at least 50 interceptions and 20 sacks. Hall of Famer Fred Biletnikoff discusses his foundation, quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo, the NFL draft and more. From there, General Manager Dave Ziegler joins to discuss his mindset and preparation for draft night. HENDERSON, Nev. -- Charles Woodson was a young player doing young player things when he first entered the NFL, a Heisman Trophy-winning No. The things we were able to accomplish, Woodson said before telling the fans to keep standing. Head inside the Las Vegas Raiders Headquarters to get an exclusive look inside of the 2023 NFL Draft war room. 231 overall pick. Woodsons 18-year pro career included him becoming the only player in NFL history with at least 50 interceptions and 20 sacks. From the back end of the defense to outside the lines on the offense, hear from the Raiders' newest free agent additions.