10k doesn't mean automatic HOF. AP is already at 10k in less years than Gore. And a ring doesn't mean automatic HOF, cuz LT is going in without one. Frank Gore can be considered one of if not the greatest 49er running back but he still has more to do to be HOF caliber. 12-13k would put him up with the elite RBs and would probably make him a lock tho. IMO as it stands now he is not but he could be on his way, although AP has more yards in less years.