Former Cowboys HC Pushes for Darren Woodson’s Hall of Fame Induction
Analysts say the strong 2027 ballot could finally push Bill Belichick into the Hall, with Ben Roethlisberger and Eli Manning also in the mix.
- Former New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick and tight end Rob Gronkowski could enter the Pro Football Hall of Fame together in 2027.
- Despite winning six Super Bowl titles and leading the 21st century's definitive dynasty, Belichick faced exclusion during his first year of eligibility.
- Ben Roethlisberger hits the ballot for 2027, while Eli Manning has been eligible since 2025; PFN analyst Jacob Infante suggests Manning may wait until at least 2028.
- The voting process limits modern-era selections to three per class, meaning Belichick occupying a spot could squeeze out other candidates facing long waits.
- "Wait til next year" is a notion familiar to many close to the Hall's selection process as candidates navigate an increasingly crowded field.
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Former Cowboys HC Pushes for Darren Woodson’s Hall of Fame Induction
It has been more than two decades since Darren Woodson hung up his cleats. Yet, the Dallas Cowboys legend continues to endure one of the longest waits for a golden jacket. After being repeatedly snubbed by the Pro Football Hall of Fame voters over his 18 years of eligibility, frustration is beginning to mount among his supporters. This time, the former Cowboys head coach, Jason Garrett, has raised his voice. “Let’s get [Darren Woodson] to Canto…
Who’s Next For Pro Football Hall Of Fame? Forecasting Who Could Be Inducted In 2027
With the five-person class of this year’s Pro Football Hall of Fame of Drew Brees, Larry Fitzgerald, Roger Craig, Adam Vinatieri and Luke Kuechly in the rearview, we can turn our attention to next year’s class. Of course, that will likely mean another discussion about the résumés of two controversial snubs who were not inducted as part of Saturday's ceremony: former New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick and Patriots owner Robert Kraft. …
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