The Buffalo Bills Wall of Fame: Every Inductee

The Buffalo Bills Wall of Fame is the franchise's highest honor, a permanent tribute to the players and contributors who gave everything to bring pride to Western New York. These are the names that live in the hearts of Bills fans forever.

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Jim Kelly (QB, 1986-1996): Inducted 2001 (Hall of Fame)

Jim Kelly quarterbacked the Buffalo Bills from 1986 to 1996, becoming the heartbeat of one of the most electrifying offenses in NFL history. His toughness, leadership, and love for Buffalo made him a legend long before his 2001 induction into the Wall of Fame. Honoring him here felt not just deserved, but overdue.

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Thurman Thomas (RB, 1988-1999): Inducted 2005 (Hall of Fame)

Thurman Thomas was a force out of the backfield for the Bills from 1988 to 1999, combining vision, versatility, and a competitive fire that made him one of the most complete running backs of his era. He was a cornerstone of the Bills dynasty years and a player fans never stopped cheering for. His 2005 Wall of Fame induction was a celebration the whole Bills community felt.

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Bruce Smith (DE, 1985-1999): Inducted 2008 (Hall of Fame)

Bruce Smith spent fifteen seasons terrorizing opposing offenses as a defensive end for the Bills from 1985 to 1999, and his impact on the franchise was immeasurable. He brought an intensity and dominance to the defensive line that defined Buffalo football for a generation. Inducting him into the Wall of Fame in 2008 gave fans the chance to say thank you in the most lasting way possible.

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The Whole Lineup on One Plaque

Can't pick just one? The Buffalo Bills All-Time Greats plaque brings the franchise legends together on a single piece.

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The Complete Buffalo Bills Wall of Fame (Chronological)

Every member of the Buffalo Bills Wall of Fame, in the order they were inducted.

Inductee Position Years with Team Inducted
The 12th Man 1960
Bob Kalsu G 1968
O. J. Simpson (Hall of Fame) RB 1969-1977 1980
Jack Kemp QB 1962-1969 1984
Pat McGroder 1985
Tom Sestak DT 1962-1968 1987
Billy Shaw (Hall of Fame) OG 1961-1969 1988
Ralph C. Wilson Jr. (Hall of Fame) Owner 1959-2014 1989
Elbert Dubenion WR 1960-1968 1993
Mike Stratton LB 1962-1972 1994
Joe Ferguson QB 1973-1984 1995
Marv Levy (Hall of Fame) HCGM 1996
Joe DeLamielleure (Hall of Fame) OG 1997
Robert James CB 1969-1974 1998
Edward Abramoski 1960-1996 1999
Jim Kelly (Hall of Fame) QB 1986-1996 2001
Kent Hull C 1986-1996 2002
Darryl Talley LB 1983-1994 2003
Jim Ritcher G 1980-1993 2004
Thurman Thomas (Hall of Fame) RB 1988-1999 2005
Andre Reed (Hall of Fame) WR 1985-1999 2006
Steve Tasker WR 1986-1997 2007
Bruce Smith (Hall of Fame) DE 1985-1999 2008
Booker Edgerson CB 1962-1969 2010
Phil Hansen DE 1991-2001 2011
Bill Polian (Hall of Fame) GM 1984-1992 2012
Van Miller 2014
Lou Saban Coach 2015
Cookie Gilchrist RB 1962-1964 2017

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