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Class of 2018 Locker Exhibit Now Open at the Hall Features Unique Artifacts from Each Member of the Class

Class of 2018 Locker Exhibit Now Open at the Hall Features Unique Artifacts from Each Member of the Class

Honor the Heroes of the Game, Preserve its History, Promote its Values & Celebrate Excellence EVERYWHERE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 07/12/2018

CLASS OF 2018 LOCKER EXHIBIT NOW OPEN AT THE HALL FEATURES UNIQUE ARTIFACTS FROM EACH MEMBER OF THE CLASS

CANTON, OHIO – The Class of 2018 Locker Exhibit recently opened and showcases artifacts from the eight members of the Class of 2018 – , , , , , , and . The exhibit is located in the Interactive Area of the Museum and showcases significant milestones from each class member’s career.

“Aligning with the Hall’s important mission to ‘Honor the Heroes of the Game, Preserve its History, Promote its Values and Celebrate Excellence EVERYWHERE,’ the new exhibit showcases unique artifacts from the careers of the Class of 2018. These historic treasures commemorate momentous occasions in each of their football careers as well as their excellence off the football field,” shared Saleem Choudhry, the Hall’s director of museum/exhibit services.

Featured artifacts from each class member include a variety of items from helmets, jerseys and sideline jackets to player contracts, awards and bibles. The following is a sampling of the unique artifacts that are on display in individual lockers for each class member.

Bobby Beathard • XXII game ball presented to Beathard • Runner’s bib from 1978 Boston Marathon • Super Bowl XXIX Jacket

Robert Brazile • Rookie contract • 1975 AFC Defensive Rookie of the Year Award • Oilers vs. Saints game ball awarded to Brazile on August 24, 1979

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Brian Dawkins • Eagles helmet • Personal Bible • Eagles nameplate “Weapon X”

Jerry Kramer • Packers sideline jacket • Medals and ribbons from Kramer’s track career at Sandpoint (Idaho) High School • Idaho Hall of Fame plaque

Ray Lewis • Ravens Jersey worn in Super Bowl XXXV • Gloves and cleats worn by Lewis when he became the first player in NFL history to record 30 and 40 sacks in a career on Oct. 16, 2011 against the Houston Texans • Super Bowl XLVII game ball

Randy Moss • jersey worn by Moss when he caught his 150th receiving of his career on Sept. 26, 2010 • Moss’ NFL Draft Card • Moss’ Patriots throwback jersey from 2009

Terrell Owens • jersey worn Owens when he caught a then record 20 receptions on Dec. 17, 2000 • Cereal box of the TO's, a Honey Nut Toasted Oats cereal with a picture of Owens on the box sold when he played for the . • Super Bowl XXXIX Pylon

Brian Urlacher • Jersey, pants and shoes worn by Urlacher when the won their 700th franchise victory on Sept. 18, 2010 • Urlacher’s 2000 NFL Draft Guide • Game ball and ticket from Urlacher’s first

PLAN A VISIT TO HALL OF FAME The Pro Football Hall of Fame is open seven days a week with summer hours from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Fans can plan a visit by going to www.ProFootballHOF.com/visit/

ENSHRINEMENT WEEK POWERED BY JOHNSON CONTROLS The NFL’s 99th season kicks off in Canton with the Enshrinement Week Powered by Johnson Controls. A full schedule of events and information regarding the spectacular celebration can be found on www.ProFootballHOF.com/enshrinement/ COMMITMENT • INTEGRITY • COURAGE • RESPECT • EXCELLENCE

The Hall of Fame Game ( vs. Chicago Bears) on Thursday, Aug. 2 and the Concert for Legends (Maroon 5 and Lee Brice) on Sunday, Aug. 5 are approaching sellouts, but a limited number of tickets remain including a special VIP field combo package for the Concert for Legends that includes a $30 concession card. The Class of 2018 Enshrinement is sold out, but obstructed view seats are available for $19. Full ticket information can be found at www.ProFootballHOF.com/tickets

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ABOUT THE PRO FOOTBALL HALL OF FAME Located in Canton, Ohio, the birthplace of the , the Pro Football Hall of Fame is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit institution with the Mission to Honor the Heroes of the Game, Preserve its History, Promote its Values, & Celebrate Excellence EVERYWHERE.

The Pro Football Hall of Fame is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums. AAM accreditation is national recognition for the museum’s commitment to excellence and the highest professional standards of museum operation and public service.

Hundreds of thousands of fans from across the globe travel to Canton annually to experience “The Most Inspiring Place on Earth!” that chronicles America’s most popular sport. The Pro Football Hall of Fame, also voted Top Tourist Attraction in Ohio, was named the Best Attraction for Sports Fans in the USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice travel award contest.

Construction on Johnson Controls Hall of Fame Village, an $899 million development project that includes 10 main components, is under way in Canton to transform the Hall of Fame’s campus.

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