INTRODUCING THE PRO FOOTBALL HALL OF FANS CLASS OF 2020
Congratulations Keith, Janel and Rob! Your unwavering passion for the Buccaneers, Chiefs and Broncos is extraordinary, and your legion of supporters have cast their votes. You’re now official members of the Ford Hall of Fans Class of 2020 – and will be enshrined alongside the Hall of Famer legends you’ve cheered on for years. Welcome to Canton!
NOMINEES
Rob Garner
Rob Garner
Nominated by Champ Bailey
Rob Garner
"Rescue Rob"
- Season ticket holder for 10 years.
- Firefighter for the city of Fort Collins, Colorado.
- Game-day outfit consists of full firefighter gear, including custom Broncos suspenders and helmet.
- Owns a 1976 Ford fire engine painted entirely in Bronco Orange.
- Drives the engine to every home game and hosts a mega tailgate party where all fans are welcome.
- Also drives the engine to fundraisers for charity events, including those for Children's Hospital, the Denver Rescue Mission and the Ronald McDonald House.
- Quote: "I believe in promoting fellowship among fans, good sportsmanship and charitable acts."
Keith Kunzig
Keith Kunzig
Nominated by Derrick Brooks
Keith Kunzig
"Big Nasty"
- Season ticket holder for over 30 years.
- "Big Nasty” character comes to life with full face paint, patched-out jersey, giant Super Bowl trophy belt and the loudest voice in the stadium.
- Created the national “Drugs Are Nasty” program and hosts “Nasty for a Day” – a special tailgate experience at all home games to raise money in the fight against drug abuse.
- Visits kids with life-threatening illnesses at Johns Hopkins Children's Center.
- With his family, hosts annual "Big Nasty Christmas Party," which provides clothes, toys and food for local families in need.
- Quote: "I can't explain the joy I get from being able to use the 'Big Nasty' persona as a platform to do good in our community."
Janel Renee Carbajo
Janel Renee Carbajo
Nominated by Will Shields
Janel Renee Carbajo
"The Puppet Lady"
- Season ticket holder for 31 years.
- "The Puppet Lady" nickname comes from the props she brings to every game: two punching hand puppets, with her right hand dressed in a Chiefs uniform and her left hand adorned with the uniform of the opponent.
- Retired schoolteacher who thrilled students with her frequent appearances on camera during Chiefs TV broadcasts.
- Volunteers for teamsmile.org, which provides free dental care to underserved children.
- Sings with her worship team at Grace Community Church.
- Member of the Festival Choral Society.
- Quote: "Watching games on Sunday together as a family was a ritual I looked forward to every week. That has continued to be a family tradition of ours."
Rachel Brown
Rachel Brown
Nominated by Ray Guy
Rachel Brown
"Off D Hook"
- Season ticket holder for 13 years (has 15 seats).
- Fond childhood memories of watching the Raiders with her dad and uncle.
- U.S. military service-connected disabled veteran, currently an Emergency Medical Dispatch and shift supervisor for the Oakland Fire Department.
- Purchased her first pair of season tickets to cheer up her heartbroken uncle, whose wife had recently passed away.
- Organized "Dem Raider Girlz" for female Raiders fans to come together and support the team. The group is now over 400 strong.
- The "Girlz" have raised money for the Children's Hospital of Oakland, Ronald McDonald House, MADD and Fans Against Violence.
- Quote: "I try to help people whenever I am able. But that isn't a football thing… it's a human thing. Go RAAAAAIIIDERS!!!!"
Susan Short
Susan Short
Nominated by Emmitt Smith
Susan Short
- Season ticket holder for 11 years.
- Owns a trolley bus that she converted to the ultimate Cowboys-themed RV for tailgating at both home and away games.
- Takes the trolley to car shows and community parades to benefit police officers and firefighters.
- Also drives the trolley to schools to promote school attendance and arranges rides around town for children with special needs (including a stop to get ice cream).
- Cancer survivor who makes quilts for cancer patients.
- Creates fundraisers for scholarships and the Ellis County Children's Advocacy Center.
- Quote: "I support all things COWBOYS. Good times and challenging times, I back the ‘Boys no matter what. We are a Cowboys family."
Wes Henson
Wes Henson
Nominated by Ed Reed
Wes Henson
"Captain Dee-Fense"
- Season ticket holder since the Ravens debut in 1996.
- "Captain Dee-Fense” outfit proudly features spikes, chains, purple camouflage and a handmade section of picket fence.
- 24-year U.S. military veteran.
- Volunteer at four Maryland senior centers.
- Mentor in Big Brothers Big Sisters of America.
- Works with and inspires groups, including military veterans, hospital patients, teachers and their students, and the Special Olympics.
- Quote: "Bettering the community and changing lives has always been my destiny as Captain Dee-Fense."
No purchase necessary. Must be legal U.S. resident (50 States + DC), 18+. Winners must attend Super Bowl LIV, 2/2/20. Sponsor: Ford Motor Company. Sweepstakes: Ends 1/27/20. Valid driver’s license required. See Official Sweepstakes Rules for details. Contest: Enter by 12/22/19. See Official Contest Rules for details. Not sponsored by Pro Football Hall of Fame or NFL Entities. ©2019 Ford Motor Company. NFL and the NFL shield design are registered trademarks of the National Football League. The team names, logos and uniform designs are registered trademarks of the teams indicated.