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PHOTOS: Halftime ceremony honoring Sam Mills View photos from Sunday's halftime ceremony with the Mills family honoring Sam Mills' induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Melanie Mills hits drum for Keep Pounding Game Melanie Mills, wife of Sam Mills, was the Keep Pounding Drummer in Week 4 as the Panthers honored the legacy of Sam Mills and celebrated Keep Pounding.
Panthers Legends share their "Stories of Sam" Former players from across generations gathered Saturday night to remember linebacker and assistant coach Sam Mills, to kick off Keep Pounding weekend.
Steve Smith Sr. offers emotional tribute of Sam Mills Smith fought through tears to speak about Mills during Saturday night's celebratory dinner in Charlotte for Mills' family for his Pro Football Hall of Fame Induction.
Sam Mills career highlights | Keep Pounding Day Mills played three seasons with Carolina and earned a Pro Bowl nod in 1996. He had 385 tackles, 10.0 sacks, seven forced fumbles, six fumble recoveries and seven interceptions with Carolina before being enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2022.
Sam Mills Hall of Fame weekend recap Watch all of the action from an emotional weekend in Canton, Ohio for Sam Mills' enshrinement into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Which Panther will join Sam Mills in the Hall of Fame next? A strong crop of candidates are coming in the next few years, which could bring more Carolina representation to Canton.
Julius Peppers reflects on Sam Mills' Hall of Fame induction Peppers was in Canton over the weekend, celebrating the man who was once a former coach for the Panthers.
Sam Mills: Inspiration, friend, Hall of Famer The former Panthers linebacker and assistant coach was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame Saturday, the final step in a career that touched so many.
PHOTOS: Best of Sam Mills Hall of Fame enshrinement View photos from the ceremony in Canton as Melanie Mills and Jim Mora presented Sam Mills for the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Keep Pounding chant echoes across Charlotte Watch as Bank of America Stadium played the Keep Pounding chant on Friday night to honor Sam Mills.
Panthers staff wears Keep Pounding shirts at practice for Sam Mills, Hall of Fame enshrinement Matt Rhule spoke about the honor of wearing the shirts and what Keep Pounding and Sam Mills means to the Carolinas.
Pro Football Hall of Fame parade Watch as the Mills family celebrates on Saturday morning with the Hall of Fame parade in Canton, Ohio.
PHOTOS: Hall of Fame Gold Jacket Dinner View photos from Friday night's Hall of Fame dinner in Canton, Ohio.
An emotional night for Mills family at Hall of Fame dinner Melanie Mills spoke of the emotions of standing on stage and representing Sam at the Hall of Fame enshrinement dinner.
Sam Mills III and Marcus Mills reflect on the weekend's emotions Sam and Marcus, sons of Sam Mills, speak about how special the Hall of Fame weekend is for them.
In Canton, Sam Mills has earned the respect of his peers His fellow Hall of Famers don't see his height, they see all the plays he made over the years.
Lawrence Taylor: Sam Mills deserves to be here The all-time great pass rusher Taylor said that Mills deserved to be in the Hall of Fame, his new second home
Tony Boselli: Sam Mills was one of the best linebackers to ever play the game A 2022 Hall of Fame inductee, Boselli played Mills in the mid-90s when the expansion Panthers and Jaguars faced off.
Tony Dungy: Sam Mills was a tremendous football player on the field Dungy emphasized that beyond Mills' inspiration and leadership was coupled with incredible talent on the field.
Jim Mora talks about the honor of presenting Sam Mills at the Hall of Fame Mora coached Mills in the USFL and with the New Orleans Saints.
Live Updates: Coverage of Sam Mills' induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame Read tweets and posts from Darin Gantt as he covers the induction weekend in Canton, Ohio.
The day Keep Pounding was born On Jan. 2, 2004, Sam Mills told a small group those heartfelt words, before that message spread far and wide.
Sam Mills' Keep Pounding message leaves lasting impact on Atrium Health Recount the story of how Keep Pounding took on physical form in Charlotte.
Juanita Mills showed her son Sam Mills what work looked like The Hall of Fame linebacker saw from an early age what it took to provide for a family.
Sam Mills locker display at Pro Football Hall of Fame View photos of the locker display for Sam Mills in the Pro Football Hall of Fame for the 2022 enshrinement class.
Steve Smith Sr. ready for "emotions" with Sam Mills going to Hall of Fame The Hall of Honor wideout was embraced by Mills during his rookie camp, and has always called him the greatest Panther of all time.
Sam Mills left a legacy of leadership across the NFL From NFL coaches and GMs and personnel men, the Panthers legend showed them how to lead.
Panthers announce Keep Pounding Game for Week 4 vs. Cardinals Carolina will honor Hall of Famer Sam Mills at home on October 2.
Stories of Sam: Volume 5 Read fan stories of inspiration and perseverance inspired by Sam Mills and his mantra of Keep Pounding, presented by Atrium Health Levine Cancer Institute.
In 1995, Sam Mills wrote a new chapter here The Hall of Fame linebacker was central to building the expansion Panthers as the recognized leader in a room full of veterans.
For Sam Mills, the USFL was both first and last chance His first step toward the Pro Football Hall of Fame was with a team and league he had to consider, before becoming one of its dominant players.
Stories of Sam: Volume 4 Read fan stories of inspiration and perseverance inspired by Sam Mills and his mantra of Keep Pounding, presented by Atrium Health Levine Cancer Institute.
Stories of Sam: Volume 3 Read fan stories of inspiration and perseverance inspired by Sam Mills and his mantra of Keep Pounding, presented by Atrium Health Levine Cancer Institute.
Busts of former Panthers at the Pro Football Hall of Fame View photos of the bronze busts of former Panthers Kevin Greene, Reggie White, Donnie Shell, Bill Polian and Mike McCormack at the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Creating Sam Mills' Hall of Fame bust, a job for the ages The Utah sculptor tasked with capturing the legendary linebacker's spirit said it took twice as long as some other projects.
Presenting Keep Pounding: Stories of Sam We want fans to share their stories of Sam Mills, on the field and off, and how he impacted you or the ones you love.
Melanie Mills speaks before N.C. Sports Hall of Fame ceremony Mills spoke about what it means for her family for Sam Mills to be inducted into the North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame.
Sam Mills inducted into the North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame The Panthers legend was honored for his outstanding career, and impact on and off the field.
Melanie, Marcus Mills visit N.C. Sports Hall of Fame Sam Mills' wife, Melanie, and son, Marcus, visited the N.C. Sports Hall of Fame prior to Friday night's induction ceremony for Sam Mills.
USFL flashback: Panthers had deep roots in start-up league The original spring league didn't last long, but included a number of key figures in Panthers franchise history.
Mills family welcomed to Pro Football Hall of Fame Melanie Mills and Marcus Mills toured the Hall and went through their orientation in advance of Sam Mills being honored in August.
Sam Mills makes Hall of Fame debut The huge banner outside the Pro Football Hall of Fame will show Mills, in Panthers uniform, for the next year.
Mills family felt warm embrace of 2022 Hall of Fame class on Thursday night Melanie Mills, Sam Mills' widow, described a 'surreal and wonderful' scene in Los Angeles.
Social media reacts to Sam Mills election to Hall of Fame See what Panthers legends, former colleagues and media posted after tonight's announcement.
With Sam Mills in, the Panthers now have one of their own in Canton While other players with Panthers ties are in the Pro Football Hall of Fame, Sam Mills has the deepest and strongest ties to the Carolinas.
Teammates, coaches and colleagues of Sam Mills react to Hall of Fame announcement Read what Dom Capers, Vic Fangio, Brett Maxie, Wesley Walls, Steve Smith and others had to say about Mills.
Hall of Fame inductees with ties to the Carolina Panthers Hall of Famers Kevin Greene, Reggie White, Donnie Shell, Mike McCormack and Bill Polian all spent time in the Panthers organization in their careers.
Panthers legend Sam Mills elected to Pro Football Hall of Fame Mills was announced as a member of the Class of 2022 Thursday night on NFL Honors.
Tonight could be the night for Sam Mills When the Pro Football Hall of Fame class of 2022 is announced, the Panthers legend could write a new chapter of an incredible football story.
51 photos of Sam Mills with the Panthers View photos of Sam Mills during his time as a player and coach with Carolina.
Sam Mills: A legacy that endures The Panthers legend is a finalist for the Pro Football Hall of Fame again, after making an impact on so many through the game's history.
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Sam Mills Career Stats

Table inside Article
Team Years GP Tackles (press box) INTs Sacks FF FR Played
New Orleans 1986-94 133 934 4 10.5 16 17
Carolina 1995-97 48 331 7 10.0 6 6
Total 1986-97 181 1265 11 20.5 22 23

Despite playing just three seasons in Carolina, Mills' seven interceptions and six fumble recoveries both rank fourth-most among Panthers linebackers and his 10.0 sacks are sixth-most.

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HONORS

  • Pro Football Hall of Fame
  • All-Pro First Team (1996)
  • All-Pro Second Team (1991, 1992)
  • 5x Pro Bowl (1987, 1988, 1991, 1992, 1996)
  • George S. Halas Courage Award (2004)
  • No. 51 retired in Carolina
  • Panthers Hall of Honor
  • Saints Ring of Honor
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Hall of Famers Kevin Greene, Reggie White, Donnie Shell, Mike McCormack and Bill Polian all spent time in the Panthers organization in their careers.

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Inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2016, the late Kevin Greene played three seasons in Carolina in 1996, 1998 and 1999. Greene led the NFL in sacks in 1996 and was named to the NFL's 1990s All-Decade team. He currently ranks third in NFL history with 160.0 career sacks.

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Inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2016, the late Kevin Greene played three seasons in Carolina in 1996, 1998 and 1999. Greene led the NFL in sacks in 1996 and was named to the NFL's 1990s All-Decade team. He currently ranks third in NFL history with 160.0 career sacks.

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Inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2016, the late Kevin Greene played three seasons in Carolina in 1996, 1998 and 1999. Greene led the NFL in sacks in 1996 and was named to the NFL's 1990s All-Decade team. He currently ranks third in NFL history with 160.0 career sacks.

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Inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2006, the late Reggie White played his final season in Carolina in 2000. A member of the NFL's 1980s and 1990s All-Decade Teams and 13-time Pro Bowler, White finished his career with 198 career sacks, second-most in NFL history.

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Inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2006, the late Reggie White played his final season in Carolina in 2000. A member of the NFL's 1980s and 1990s All-Decade Teams and 13-time Pro Bowler, White finished his career with 198 career sacks, second-most in NFL history.

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Inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2006, the late Reggie White played his final season in Carolina in 2000. A member of the NFL's 1980s and 1990s All-Decade Teams and 13-time Pro Bowler, White finished his career with 198 career sacks, second-most in NFL history.

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Inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2020, Donnie Shell was a part of four Super Bowl winners with the Pittsburgh Steelers, retiring as the NFL's career in interceptions (51) among strong safeties. He worked in the Panthers front office for 15 years in community and player development, retiring in 2009.

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Inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2020, Donnie Shell was a part of four Super Bowl winners with the Pittsburgh Steelers, retiring as the NFL's career in interceptions (51) among strong safeties. He worked in the Panthers front office for 15 years in community and player development, retiring in 2009.

Kent Smith

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Inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2020, Donnie Shell was a part of four Super Bowl winners with the Pittsburgh Steelers, retiring as the NFL's career in interceptions (51) among strong safeties. He worked in the Panthers front office for 15 years in community and player development, retiring in 2009.

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Inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984, the late Mike McCormack played for the Cleveland Browns from 1954-62 and was head coach of the Eagles, Colts and Seahawks. He was Carolina's first team president and general manager from 1993-97, was enshrined in the Panthers Hall of Honor and has a statue outside of Bank of America Stadium.

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Inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984, the late Mike McCormack played for the Cleveland Browns from 1954-62 and was head coach of the Eagles, Colts and Seahawks. He was Carolina's first team president and general manager from 1993-97, was enshrined in the Panthers Hall of Honor and has a statue outside of Bank of America Stadium.

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Inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1984, the late Mike McCormack played for the Cleveland Browns from 1954-62 and was head coach of the Eagles, Colts and Seahawks. He was Carolina's first team president and general manager from 1993-97, was enshrined in the Panthers Hall of Honor and has a statue outside of Bank of America Stadium.

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Inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2015, Bill Polian was a part of six Super Bowls as general manager of the Buffalo Bills and Indianapolis Colts. He served as GM of the Panthers from 1995-97, guiding Carolina to the NFC Championship game in the franchise's second season in 1996.

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Inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2015, Bill Polian was a part of six Super Bowls as general manager of the Buffalo Bills and Indianapolis Colts. He served as GM of the Panthers from 1995-97, guiding Carolina to the NFC Championship game in the franchise's second season in 1996.

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Inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2015, Bill Polian was a part of six Super Bowls as general manager of the Buffalo Bills and Indianapolis Colts. He served as GM of the Panthers from 1995-97, guiding Carolina to the NFC Championship game in the franchise's second season in 1996.

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FAQs

Sam Mills to the Hall of Fame? ›

Mills was elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2022.

Did Willie Anderson get into the Hall of Fame? ›

However, he will have to wait another year to make the Pro Football Hall of Fame, as the 2024 class was just announced, and Anderson did not make the cut. Anderson was one of 15 modern-era finalists. Anderson played 13 seasons — 12 with the Bengals and his final with the Baltimore Ravens — starting 184 games.

Who is the linebacker in the Saints Hall of Fame? ›

New Orleans Saints linebacker Sam Mills elected to Pro Football Hall of Fame's Class of 2022.

Where did Sam Mills go to college? ›

One of the all-time greatest athletes to graduate from Montclair State University, Mills was an NCAA Division III standout from 1977-80, setting school records with 501 career tackles, 142 tackles for a single season, and 22 tackles for a single game.

Is Sam Mills a hall of famer? ›

Mills was elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2022.

Who from the Dream Team isn t in the Hall of Fame? ›

As of 2014, 11 of the 12 players on the roster (all except Laettner) and three of the four coaches (all except Carlesimo) have been elected to the Hall of Fame as individuals. Global interest in basketball soared due to the Dream Team.

How is Tommy John not in the Hall of Fame? ›

From 1995 through 2009, John was on the Hall of Fame ballot; he never received more than 31.7% of the votes (75% is required for election) but remains eligible to be chosen by the Modern Era Subcommittee of the Veterans Committee.

Why is Carl Mays not in the Hall of Fame? ›

Legacy. In August 2008, Mays was one of the 10 former players who began their careers before 1943 to be considered by the Veterans Committee for induction into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 2009. He was named on only about 25 percent of the ballots, so he was not selected for induction.

Is Tommy Mcdonald in the Hall of Fame? ›

He played college football as a halfback for the Oklahoma Sooners. He is a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame and College Football Hall of Fame.

Is Rickey Jackson in the Hall of Fame? ›

Rickey Jackson's career background

Jackson was selected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2010, where he was inducted by Saints Owner Tom Benson. Jackson was the first Saint to have spent the majority of his career with New Orleans to receive this honor, the sixth overall.

Is Drew Brees in the Hall of Fame? ›

The New Orleans Saints announced that Drew Brees and Doug Moreau will be the newest members inducted into the Saints Hall of Fame during the 2024 NFL season in an announcement press conference on Thursday, May 30, 2024.

Is Arch Manning in the Hall of Fame? ›

He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2021.

How big was Sam Mills? ›

He met the same fate with the Toronto Argonauts in the Canadian Football League. The coaches' consensus: His was too short, at 5-foot-9 3/4, to take on NFL linemen and running backs. A new league gave the diminutive Mills his big break. In 1983, Mills joined the Philadelphia Stars of the United States Football League.

How good was the Dome Patrol? ›

The Dome Patrol is frequently cited as one of the greatest defensive groups of all time, and was rated by NFL Network as the number one linebacker corps in NFL history.

How long did Sam Mills play in the NFL? ›

Mills played 15 years as a professional, starting 171-of-181 NFL games and earning five Pro Bowl selections.

What team did Charles Haley represent in the Hall of Fame? ›

He was also inducted into the San Francisco 49ers Hall of Fame in 2015.

Who are the Hofers for the Carolina Panthers? ›

Hall of Famers Kevin Greene, Reggie White, Donnie Shell, Mike McCormack and Bill Polian all spent time in the Panthers organization in their careers. Inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2016, the late Kevin Greene played three seasons in Carolina in 1996, 1998 and 1999.

Are there any special team players in the Hall of Fame? ›

Special teams players in the Hall of Fame

There are two kickers (Morten Andersen and Jan Stenerud) and one punter (Ray Guy) in the Hall of Fame. Two other players who were placekickers, but also played other positions, are enshrined: George Blanda (who played quarterback) and Lou Groza (who played offensive tackle).

Who got into both the football Hall of Fame and the Baseball Hall of Fame? ›

Cal Hubbard is the only man enshrined in both the Pro Football Hall of Fame (1963) and the Baseball Hall of Fame (1976). The 6'5” tackle starred for nine NFL seasons with the New York Giants, Green Bay Packers and the Pittsburgh Pirates, who were later renamed the Steelers.

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