ATLANTA — Three first-time-eligible players - tight end Tony Gonzalez, safety Ed Reed and cornerback Champ Bailey - head the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s class of 2019, which was announced Saturday.

The three were joined by cornerback Ty Law and center Kevin Mawae, who both made it in their third year as finalists.

This year’s two contributor nominees, Denver Broncos owner Pat Bowlen and former Dallas Cowboys personnel boss Gil Brandt, and senior nominee Johnny Robinson, round out the eight-man class.

Gonzalez, who played 17 seasons and earned 14 Pro Bowl invitations, is the NFL’s all-time leader in catches (1,325) and receiving yards (15,127) by a tight end. The only player at any position with more receptions is Jerry Rice (1,549).