After coming so close for so many years, Jared Allen can finally jump on his horse and ride to Canton. The Vikings legendary pass rusher finally heard his name on Thursday be officially tied to

The newest Pro Football Hall of Fame class includes one former Chief, but not another. The Pro Football Hall of Fame’s latest modern era class was announced live at the NFL Honors ceremony Thursday in New Orleans.

The NFL gave approval to Red McCombs’ sale of the Vikings to Zygi Wilf and his family in May 2005. The Vikings were headed into the upcoming season with personnel director Frank Gilliam, administrator Rob Brzezinski and head coach Mike Tice as the football decisionmakers.