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Mike Vrabel recalls his favorite Adam Vinatieri story

Adam Vinatieri's Hall of Fame speech is trending for its mix of humor, barbs and heartfelt moments.

By · Published August 9, 2026 at 08:34 UTC · Updated August 9, 2026 at 08:34 UTC

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  3. Peak measured velocity The recorded velocity reached 4.
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What happened

The kicker shared several anecdotes and jokes, including a lighthearted jab at Bill Belichick. Vinatieri quipped that Belichick was attending Jordon Hudson's cheerleading competition, rather than his own induction ceremony. The speech also included a humorous reference to Vinatieri chasing down Herschel Walker during a game.

The speech has garnered attention for its blend of humor and sentiment. NBC Sports, FOX Sports, Yahoo Sports, Bleacher Report and USA Today all carried the story. Vinatieri also roasted fellow inductees Tom Brady, Peyton Manning and Pat McAfee, adding to the lighthearted tone of the event.

Vinatieri's speech is trending on social media, with fans and sports analysts discussing his jokes and anecdotes. The kicker's induction into the Hall of Fame marks the culmination of a storied career, and his speech has added a memorable chapter to his legacy.

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Questions people are asking

Who did Adam Vinatieri joke about during his Hall of Fame speech?

Adam Vinatieri joked about Bill Belichick, Tom Brady, Peyton Manning and Pat McAfee during his Hall of Fame speech.

What did Adam Vinatieri say about Bill Belichick?

Vinatieri joked that Bill Belichick was attending Jordon Hudson's cheerleading competition instead of his Hall of Fame induction ceremony.

What other notable moments occurred during Vinatieri's speech?

Vinatieri shared a story about chasing down Herschel Walker during a game and Mike Vrabel recalled his favorite Vinatieri story.

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Adam Vinatieri Pro Football Hall of Fame Bill Belichick Mike Vrabel Herschel Walker Tom Brady

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