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 four-person class is the first since 2005 with fewer than six inductees. Adam Vinatieri also missed out in his first chance.

Pro Football Hall of Fame class will have four players. One won't be New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning. Jared Allen, Sterling Sharpe -- finally! -- Eric Allen and Antonio Gates make up the quart