Dwight Freeney to receive Pro Football Hall of Fame Ring of Excellence

• Former defenisve end to receive ring in Indianapolis during Week 1

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 2024 member DWIGHT FREENEY during a special halftime ceremony Sunday, Sept. 8.

Freeney will receive his Ring of Excellence when the Indianapolis Colts take on the Houston Texans at Lucas Oil Stadium. Hall of Fame President Jim Porter will be on hand for the ceremony during the opening week of the 2024 NFL season. Kickoff is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET.

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 Bronze Bust, that represent the elite status of being a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Each living Enshrinee from the Class of 2024 received his Hall of Fame Gold Jacket and unveiled his Bronze Bust during Enshrinement Week in early August.

All three representations of membership in sports’ most exclusive club will be displayed during the special presentation for Colts fans to pay tribute to Freeney.

Hall of Fame Ring of Excellence

• 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. 
• Freeney's Hall of Fame Ring of Excellence is customized to reflect his unique career. A likeness of his Bronze Bust, along with “Defensive End/Outside Linebacker” and “2002-2017” (his years in the NFL), appear on one side, while “Freeney,” the Pro Football Hall of Fame logo and “Class of 2024” are included on the other.
• Additionally, a special arbormark (or engraving) appears on the inside of the ring – 372 – which is his Enshrinee number.

Classmate STEVE McMICHAEL’s Ring of Excellence also will be presented Sunday, Sept. 8, when the Chicago Bears take on the Tennessee Titans. McMichael will be represented by his wife, Misty McMichael.