The Pro Football Hall of Fame announced a series of changes to its annual selection process on Friday, including the reduction of the waiting period for coaches from five seasons to one.
That means six-time Super Bowl champion Bill Belichick of the New England Patriots could receive his bronze bust and gold jacket in Canton, Ohio, as soon as 2026.
The selection process for the Class of 2025 is already underway, presumably indicating Belichick won't be eligible for next summer's induction, according to Pro Football Talk and other reports.
Under the new rules, one coach will be named a finalist for each Hall of Fame class.