7 Names Who Should Be Considered for the WWE Hall of Fame

The WWE Hall of Fame isn't really a legitimate one like those of the NFL or MLB.

There is no voting process to decide who gets in and who doesn't, no physical Hall of Fame building and no real requirement to get inducted into it.

As a result, we've seen plenty of less-than-deserving names get elected into the WWE Hall of Fame—Koko B. Ware or Drew Care for example—while some of the greatest wrestlers of all-time still aren't there.

There are countless legends who should be in the Hall, but aren't and may never be. If I was Vince McMahon and had the ability to control who gets elected into to the Hall, I'd do it right the way.

Here are seven wresting legends who should be considered for the WWE Hall of Fame in 2012.

Note: I will not include wrestlers currently under a full-time contract with the WWE for this list (even if it's just a Legends one). So, no Undertaker, Mick Foley, Kevin Nash, etc.

7. Jake "The Snake" Roberts

Other than his issues outside of the ring, I really can't fathom why Jake "The Snake" Roberts isn't already in the WWE Hall of Fame.

Roberts never held a World or even singles championship in the WWE, but he revolutionized the business in numerous ways.

He is among the best promo guys in wrestling history, he's often credited with inventing the DDT and he was an absolute master of in-ring psychology, paving the way for guys like Randy Orton to succeed in that area today.

Roberts may not have been on the level of a Shawn Michaels or Bret Hart in terms of technical skills, but few wrestlers in history have lived up to their nicknames like "The Snake" did.

He incorporated "The Snake" into every match, maneuvering around the ring like a snake and even bringing a live snake known as "Damien" to the ring and using it to intimidate (or even hurt) his opponents.

Roberts is one of the most unique wrestlers to ever step foot in a WWE ring, and it's a shame that he still hasn't been recognized for everything he's done for the pro wrestling business. 

6. Ron Simmons

Ron Simmons isn't in the WWE Hall of Fame yet? 

Damn!

The former collegiate football and NFL star is known for breaking down racial barriers, often being credited as the first African American World champion in wrestling history and being one of only two black wrestlers (along with Booker T) to hold the WCW World Heavyweight Championship.

Simmons' career has extended from his NWA days in 1989 all the way until today, although he is semi-retired.

He has won one World Championship, the United States Championship and four tag team titles, and he was ranked as the No. 108 wrestler of the "PWI Years" by PWI in 2003.

Simmons does not get a ton of credit for what he's done in the ring and is often not mentioned among the all-time greats.But he did a lot to help African Americans in the pro wrestling business and had a long, memorable career that has made him a fan favorite even to this day.

5. Owen Hart

Several months ago, a fan asked former WWE announcer Jim Ross the million dollar question on Twitter: "Will Owen Hart ever be in the WWE Hall of Fame?"

Ross responded, "Without question. Don't know when."

The main holdup, according to Ross, on Hart's seemingly inevitable Hall of Fame induction is a series of issues with Hart's estate, which really is a shame because he's often considered to be one of the greatest technical wrestlers of all-time.

Though Hart's career ended tragically in 1999 when he was just 34 years old, Hart had already accomplished a ton: Runs with the European, Intercontinental and Tag Team Championships, PWI's "Feud of the Year" in 1994 and a five-star match against Bret Hart at SummerSlam in 1994.

It looks like the only real thing preventing Hart from entering the Hall is a number of petty legal issues between the WWE and Hart's widow, Martha.

Whenever those issues can be resolved will be when Hart gets elected into the Hall. Hopefully, that's sooner rather than later because he definitely deserves it.

4. The Four Horsemen

Members: Arn Anderson, Barry Windham, Tully Blanchard and JJ Dillon

The Four Horsemen is often considered to be the greatest stable in wrestling history, one that laid the foundation for the likes of the NWO, D-Generation X and Evolution.

It had many different members and incarnations throughout the years, but it would be great to see those four wrestlers mentioned above all enter the WWE Hall of Fame at the same time (and get inducted by Ric Flair, if possible).

The Four Horsemen had such an incredible influence on pro wrestling in the 1980s and 90s, particularly on the NWA and WCW.

Although the stable was broken up multiple times and reformed on just as many occasions, it's hard to think about Anderson, Windham, Blanchard and Dillon without hearing the words "Four Horsemen" as well.

I would argue that Anderson is probably the most deserving of the group, but certainly would have no problem seeing all these guys go into the Hall together.

3. Trish Stratus

Is Trish Stratus the greatest WWE diva of all-time? You could certainly make a case for that.

As if her amazingly good looks weren't enough, Trish could really go in the ring and had an instant connection with the crowd. 

She only wrestled full-time for the WWE from 2000-2006, but during that span she managed to become the company's most popular Diva and racked up a boatload of accomplishments. 

Trish won the Hardcore Championship once, a record seven Women's Championships and was named PWI's "Woman of the Decade" (2000-2009).

Few women have had the impact on professional wrestling that Trish has had, and you can see that just by looking at how far the Divas division has fallen since she's been gone.

If she doesn't get into the Hall in 2012, then I'd bank on Trish being inducted in 2013. Especially if Wrestlemania takes place in Toronto that year.

2. The Rock

The Rock's hometown is Miami, Wrestlemania 28 takes place in Miami and The Rock is wrestling John Cena in the main event of the show.

It's almost too perfect of a set-up for "The People's Champ" to get elected into the Hall of Fame on Saturday night, and then compete in his last match ever the following night, a la Ric Flair a few years back.

It would be a great way to end the career of one of the biggest names of the Attitude Era and one of the most popular wrestlers in the history of the business.

You already know about all of The Rock's accomplishments—his WWE titles, his incredible promos, etc—so I won't bother you with those.

I'll just say that it makes a ridiculous amount of sense to capitalize on The Rock's match with Cena by having him elected into the Hall beforehand and then hanging up his boots for good the next night.

The Rock is on just about the same level as Flair, and he deserves a sendoff that's fitting for one of the most captivating wrestlers to ever step foot in a WWE ring.

1. "Macho Man" Randy Savage

How the heck is "Macho Man" Randy Savage not in the WWE Hall of Fame?

Well, if you believe the rumors, it's primarily because Savage and Vince McMahon did not get along for whatever reason (although I find that that Stephanie/Savage rumor to be a bit ridiculous).

Regardless, the table is set for Vince to let bygones be bygones after Savage surprisingly passed away last year.

It's one thing to hold a grudge against someone while they're alive, but if Vince is half the man he portrays himself as on TV, he'll show "Macho Man" the respect he deserves by inducting him into the Hall of Fame posthumously. 

Of course, this is the second best option because Savage should have been inducted into the Hall long ago while he was still alive, but it's better than nothing.

"Macho Man" was one of the most charismatic and entertaining wrestlers in WWE history, but one who who also had the rare ability to put on classic matches.

He deserves a spot in the Hall of Fame more than any other former WWE star, and given that he's still fresh in the minds of wrestling fans, now is the perfect time for Vince to man up and induct him.