While Bill Belichick and Eli Manning are reportedly not getting in, the Pro Football Hall of Fame will still be inducting several new members this summer in Canton, Ohio.
The only coaching finalist on the ballot this year, Belichick was competing for votes with contributor finalist Robert Kraft and senior finalists Ken Anderson, Roger Craig and L.C. Greenwood. Each of those finalists needed at least 40 votes from the 50-person selection committee, who can only cast votes for three finalists. If no one receives 80% of the vote, the person with the highest percentage would receive induction.
Manning is one of 15 modern-era finalists that also includes fellow quarterback Drew Brees, receivers Larry Fitzgerald, Torry Holt and Reggie Wayne, tight end Jason Witten, running back Frank Gore, guard Jahri Evans, offensive tackle Willie Anderson, guard/tackle Marshal Yanda, defensive tackle Kevin Williams, edge rusher Terrell Suggs, linebacker Luke Kuechly, safety Darren Woodson and kicker Adam Vinatieri.
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Up to five modern-era finalists can receive induction, with the entire class ranging from four to eight members.
So, who’s getting in? Before the class is officially unveiled on Thursday, Feb. 5, let’s break it down, starting with the most likely candidates.
Virtual locks: Drew Brees, Larry Fitzgerald
It’s hard to fathom the voters not inducting Brees and Fitzgerald in their first years…
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