Manning, Kuechly among 15 Pro Football Hall of Fame finalists
Eli Manning and Luke Kuechly were among 15 modern-era players announced as finalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2025.
The former New York Giants quarterback and Carolina Panthers linebacker are part of five first-year eligible finalists. Pass-rusher Terrell Suggs, kicker Adam Vinatieri, and offensive lineman Marshal Yanda make up the other first-year eligible finalists.
Former wide receivers Torry Holt and Reggie Wayne are tied for the most appearances as a finalist with six. Both have been finalists since 2020 but have yet to make it to Canton.
Here's the full list of the 15 modern-era finalists:
- Eric Allen, CB
- Jared Allen, DE
- Willie Anderson, OT
- Jahri Evans, G
- Antonio Gates, TE
- Torry Holt, WR
- Luke Kuechly, LB
- Eli Manning, QB
- Steve Smith Sr., WR
- Terrell Suggs, OLB
- Fred Taylor, RB
- Adam Vinatieri, K
- Reggie Wayne, WR
- Darren Woodson, DB
- Marshal Yanda, OL
The Pro Football HOF Class of 2025 will be announced Feb. 6 during the "NFL Honors" show. Up to five modern-era players can be selected for the 2025 HOF class.