Pro Football Hall of Fame 2025: NFL Inductees, Class Finalists and Predictions

Before Super Bowl LIX arrives this Sunday, another class of former greats will move one step closer to making the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

The 2025 Hall of Fame class is set to be announced during the 14th Annual NFL Honors, Thursday night at 9 p.m. ET on Fox and NFL Network. Of the 15 modern-era finalists, up to five could be voted into the Hall of Fame this year.

Here's the list of this year's finalists and a look at five modern-era players who might just represent the Class of 2025.

Modern-Era Finalists

Eric Allen, DB, Philadelphia Eagles (1988-1994), New Orleans Saints (1995-1997), Oakland Raiders (1998-2001)

Jared Allen, DE, Kansas City Chiefs (2004-07), Minnesota Vikings (2008-2013), Chicago Bears (2014-2015), Carolina Panthers (2015)

Willie Anderson, OT, Cincinnati Bengals (1996-2007), Baltimore Ravens (2008)

Jahri Evans, OL, New Orleans Saints (2006-2016), Green Bay Packers (2017)

Antonio Gates, TE, San Diego/Los Angeles Chargers (2003-2018)

Torry Holt, WR, St. Louis Rams (1999-2008), Jacksonville Jaguars (2009)

Luke Kuechly, LB, Carolina Panthers (2012-2019)

Ei Manning, QB, New York Giants (2004-2019)

Steve Smith Sr., WR, Carolina Panthers (2001-2013), Baltimore Ravens (2014-2016)

Terrell Suggs, DE, Baltimore Ravens (2003-2018), Arizona Cardinals (2019), Kansas City Chiefs (2019)

Fred Taylor, RB, Jacksonville Jaguars (1998-2008), New England Patriots (2009-2010)

Adam Vinatieri, K, New England Patriots (1996-2005), Indianapolis Colts (2006-2019)

Reggie Wayne, WR, Indianapolis Colts (2001-2014)

Darren Woodson, S, Dallas Cowboys (1992-2003)

Marshal Yanda, G, Baltimore Ravens (2007-2019)

Senior Finalists

Maxie Baughan, LB, Philadelphia Eagles (1960-1965), Los Angeles Rams (1966-1970), Washington Redskins (1974)

Sterling Sharpe, WR, Green Bay Packers (1988-1994)

Jim Tyrer, T, Dallas Texans (1961-1962), Kansas City Chiefs (1963-1973), Washington Redskins (1974)

Contributor/Coach Finalist

Mike Holmgren, head coach, Green Bay packers (1992-1998), Seattle Seahawks (1999-2008)

Ralph Canton, owner, Canton Bulldogs (1918-1922)

In his first year on the ballot, Eli Manning is likely to reach the Hall of Fame.

Although the 16-year New York Giants' quarterback ended his NFL career with a modest .500 record (118-118) and was never regarded as one of the most elite quarterbacks of his generation, his playoff success reveals a completely different story.

Manning overcame the Tom Brady-led New England Patriots in Super Bowl XLII, who were just one helmet catch away from becoming the second team in NFL history to record a perfect season.

Then, four years later, Manning led the Giants to another Super Bowl victory, once again taking down Brady and the Patriots.

NFL fans will always remember Manning's Super Bowl runs, and it's very likely that Canton will induct him come August.

Before Tampa Bay Buccaneers' wide receiver Mike Evans, there was Torry Holt, who for the sixth-straight year is a Hall of Fame finalist.

The former wideout was the epitome of consistent—logging six consecutive seasons with 1,300 yards in his career.

A seven-time Pro Bowler, one-time All-Pro, and Super Bowl champion, Holt finished his career with 920 catches for 13,382 yards and 74 touchdowns. His 77.4 receiving yards per game rank 10th all-time in NFL history.

Holt's NFL resume is near flawless, and this should finally be the year he joins the all-time greats.

Reggie Wayne, like Torry Holt, is a Hall of Fame finalist for the sixth consecutive year. And just like Holt, Wayne is equally deserving of having his name enshrined in Canton.

The former wideout, who spent the entirety of his 14-year career with the Indianapolis Colts, compiled 14,345 yards (10th all-time) and 82 touchdowns.

The six-time Pro Bowler and Super Bowl XLI champion built up quite the decorated career in the postseason as well. His 1,254 receiving yards rank seventh-most in NFL postseason history.

Wayne has experienced five heartbreaking finalist announcements, but this could finally be the year he joins the elusive list.

Antonio Gates immediately comes to mind when discussing dominant tight ends in the mid-to-late 2000s.

The tight end, who spent his whole 16-year career with the Chargers, should be considered a virtual lock for the Hall of Fame in his second year on the ballot.

The eight-time Pro Bowler and three-time All-Pro selection finished his career with 955 catches, 11,841 yards, and 116 touchdowns, seventh all-time and first among tight ends.

Gates was one of the best tight ends of his generation, and it's hard to imagine he'll fall short of reaching Canton in his second year on the ballot.

Despite playing only eight seasons in the NFL, Luke Kuechly left with a Hall of Fame resume.

After winning the Defensive Rookie of the Year in 2012, Kuechly followed suit by becoming the Defensive Player of the Year in 2013—mind you, just his second season in the NFL.

The former linebacker was the defensive leader of a 2015 Panthers team that reached just its second Super Bowl appearance.

Across his eight-year career, Kuechly was a Pro Bowl regular (seven-time Pro Bowler) and was a five-time first-team All-Pro.