Billy Canon was among the 15 members who were elected to the College Football Hall of Fame by the National Football Foundation and the irony is that Canon is being elected to the College Hall of Fame for the second time. The first time that Canon was voted into the Hall of Fame was in the early 80’s, but had to forfeit the honor after he was charged and arrested for federal counterfeiting. He was sentenced to five year imprisonment and served for 2 ½ years in jail.

This time round Billy Canon has expressed him willingness to participate in the December’s induction banquet in New York and said that he was happy that he has been selected to the Hall of Fame. Canon said that there were several players in the 1958 national title winning team who needed to be elected to the Hall of Fame. Canon has received good reviews and accolades for his play during his stint at the NCAA football championships.