Dick Vermeil to be honored by Los Angeles Rams during Week 5

Hall of Famers Published on : 10/5/2023

  • Pro Football Hall of Fame coach to be celebrated with special ceremony


The Pro Football Hall of Fame and Kay® Jewelers, the Official Provider of the Pro Football Hall of Fame Ring of Excellence, will honor Class of 2022 member DICK VERMEIL at a special halftime ceremony Sunday, Oct. 8.

Vermeil will be honored when two of his former teams, the Los Angeles Rams and Philadelphia Eagles, face off during Week 5. Adrian Allison, Chief Relationship Officer at the Hall of Fame, will be on hand for the ceremony at SoFi Stadium, with the game scheduled for 4:05 p.m. ET. 

On Sept. 19, Dick Vermeil will be honored when two of his former teams, the Los Angeles Rams and Philadelphia Eagles, face off during Week 5.2022, Vermeil received his Ring of Excellence during a presentation from the Eagles during their “Monday Night Football” game against the Minnesota Vikings. 

The Hall of Fame Ring of Excellence is one of three iconic symbols, along with the Hall of Fame Gold Jacket, created by Haggar, and the Bronzed Bust, that represent the elite status of being a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame. 

All three representations of membership in sports’ most exclusive club will be displayed during the ceremony for Rams fans to pay tribute to Vermeil. 


Hall of Fame Ring of Excellence

The spectacular Hall of Fame Ring of Excellence is set in 14K gold with a total diamond weight of 1.75 carats. It is much more than a beautiful piece of jewelry, however. Intricate details on the ring reflect the special significance of enshrinement.
  • The outer diamonds create a “stadium” effect surrounding the football-shaped diamond center.
  • The vibrant blue gemstone was selected both for appearance and meaning, as blue is often associated with confidence, power and integrity — all traits of these incredible, legendary football icons. 
  • Vermeil’s Hall of Fame Ring of Excellence is customized to reflect his unique career. A likeness of his Bronzed Bust, along with “Coach” and “1976-1982, 1997-1999, 2001-2005” (his years in the NFL), appear on one side, while “Vermeil,” the Pro Football Hall of Fame logo and “Class of 2022” are included on the other.
  • Additionally, a special arbormark (or engraving) appears on the inside of the ring – 361 – which is his Enshrinee number.
 
Dick Vermeil will be honored when two of his former teams, the Los Angeles Rams and Philadelphia Eagles, face off during Week 5.


 
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