South Dakota native Adam Vinatieri inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame

Rapid City native and South Dakota State alum Adam Vinatieri was inducted into the pro football hall of fame as a place kicker. Vinatieri was born in Yankton and an alum of Rapid City Central high school. He started his career with the Amsterdam Admirals of the now defunct NFL Europe. He signed with the New England Patriots in 1996 and would go on to play 23 NFL season between New England and Indianapolis. He as a four time Super Bowl Champion, three time pro bowler, 3 time all pro selection and holds several NFL records including most points scored 2,673. Vinatieri spoke before his induction…