In 1989, Largent concluded his 14-year NFL career with league career records for receptions (819), yards (13,089), touchdowns (100), consecutive games with a reception (177), 50-catch seasons (10), and 1,000-yard seasons (8). Largent became the first Seahawks player to be elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame on July 29, 1995, and only the 23rd player to be elected in first year of eligibility. Largent was selected to play in the Pro Bowl seven times (1978, 1979, 1981, 1984, 1985, 1986, and 1987) and was first-team All-NFL in both 1979 and 1985. Largent has an award named after him, the Steve Largent Award, presented to the player, or coach who best exemplifies the spirit, dedication and integrity of the Seahawks and was also the 1988 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year.