Munoz, Singletary Lead Group Into Hall

Tackle Anthony Munoz and linebacker Mike Singletary, who dominated their positions during the 1980s, were elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in their first year of eligibility on Saturday.

Also chosen were safety Paul Krause, the league’s career interception leader; Dwight Stephenson, who played 107 straight games at center for the Miami Dolphins; and seniors candidate Tommy McDonald.

Munoz was an indestructible offensive lineman for the Cincinnati Bengals, elected to 11 consecutive Pro Bowls and chosen for the NFL’s 75th anniversary team in 1994. He was a three-time choice as offensive lineman of the year and was picked as the NFL’s man of the year in 1991.

“It’s unbelievable,” he said of his election. “This is really overwhelming.”

Singletary was the emotional leader of the Bears’ 1985 Super Bowl championship team, spearheading the 4-6 defense that allowed just 11 points per game that season. He played for 12 years, reaching the Pro Bowl 10 times, and was defensive player of the year in 1985 and 1988.