The Pro Football Hall of Fame's class of 2026 could feature some difficult decisions as the board of selectors balance the extended wait for some with the lure of several decorated first-time eligible players.
Quarterback Drew Brees, wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald, tight end Jason Witten, running back Frank Gore and quarterback Philip Rivers will be among the players who will be in their first year of eligibility next year. All played their final NFL seasons in 2020.
And beyond that powerhouse list of players, there will be perhaps the biggest name of all in the coach/contributor categories -- Bill Belichick.