In time, the dynasty-era Patriots will force the Hall’s hand. Rob Gronkowski becomes Hall eligible in 2027. Tom Brady will become a first-ball Hall of Famer a year later. Bill Belichick is another lock, just like Brady. Fringe candidates like Stephen Gostkowski and Julian Edelman will be up for consideration next year.

The Pro Football Hall of Fame has narrowed down its list of candidates for the class of 2025 modern era to 25 semifinalists. Tight end Antonio Gates, who was the most notable snub from the Class of 2024,

The Pro Football Hall of Fame’s Class of 2025 will be announced at “NFL Honors” the night before Super Bowl LIX.