Eli Manning Misses Pro Football Hall of Fame Induction This Year
Eli Manning will not be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame this year, as confirmed by sources from The Athletic. Manning, who became eligible for induction in 2023, was a finalist for the second consecutive year but fell short once again.
Eli Manning: A Notable Absence from the Hall of Fame
This news arrives just a day after it was reported that Bill Belichick, a six-time Super Bowl-winning coach, also failed to secure induction on his first ballot. Both Manning and Belichick will not be part of the Hall of Fame class of 2026, with the official announcement set for next week.
Finalists for the 2026 Class
Manning was among 15 modern-era finalists competing for a spot in the 2026 Hall of Fame class. Other notable finalists include:
- Willie Anderson (Tackle)
- Jahri Evans (Guard)
- Marshall Yanda (Offensive Lineman)
- Darren Woodson (Safety)
- Jason Witten (Tight End)
- Kevin Williams (Defensive Tackle)
- Reggie Wayne (Wide Receiver)
- Adam Vinatieri (Kicker)
- Terrell Suggs (Outside Linebacker)
- Luke Kuechly (Linebacker)
- Torry Holt (Wide Receiver)
- Frank Gore (Running Back)
- Drew Brees (Quarterback)
- Larry Fitzgerald (Wide Receiver)
The Hall of Fame typically inducts between three to five modern-era candidates each year.
Manning’s Career Highlights
Eli Manning enjoyed a successful NFL career as a two-time Super Bowl champion and two-time Super Bowl MVP. Despite these achievements, he did not earn any All-Pro selections and was not consistently regarded as one of the elite quarterbacks. His legacy as a New York Giants and Super Bowl legend remains intact, but he will have to wait at least another year for another opportunity at induction into the Hall of Fame.
