In what is perhaps the final development in the NFL’s biggest story of the week, the Pro Football Hall of Fame has released an official statement after the historic snub of former New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick. The Hall of Fame is under a lot of scrutiny after rumors of potential collusion between owners and voters swirled. The statement released Wednesday night is an attempt to reposition the criticism the Hall of Fame is receiving to the shoulders of the voters themselves. The Hall also respects the members of the Selection Committee when they follow the selection process bylaws. Story continues below advertisement“Each year, the Hall reviews the selection process and the composition of the 50-person Selection Committee.