On December 29, 2024, the NFL announced the list of 15 finalists for the 2025 Pro Football Hall of Fame, and among them is none other than Reggie Wayne, the legendary Miami Hurricanes wide receiver. Wayne now stands at the cusp of enshrinement in the sport’s most prestigious institution.
This group of finalists is filled with familiar faces, including nine players who were finalists for the 2024 class. For many, this is a second chance at immortality, while others, like Wayne, are in their first year of eligibility. The final decision will be made by the Hall of Fame’s Selection Committee ahead of Super Bowl LIX.
The final inductees will be announced on February 6, 2025, during the star-studded “NFL Honors” broadcast from New Orleans. The broadcast will air on FOX and NFL Network at 9 p.m. ET.
Here’s a look at the remarkable group of finalists:
Eric Allen (CB) – Philadelphia Eagles, New Orleans Saints, Oakland Raiders
Jared Allen (DE) – Kansas City Chiefs, Minnesota Vikings, Chicago Bears, Carolina Panthers
Willie Anderson (T) – Cincinnati Bengals, Baltimore Ravens
Jahri Evans (G) – New Orleans Saints, Green Bay Packers
Antonio Gates (TE) – San Diego/Los Angeles Chargers
Torry Holt (WR) – St. Louis Rams, Jacksonville Jaguars
Luke Kuechly (LB) – Carolina Panthers
Eli Manning (QB) – New York Giants
Steve Smith Sr. (WR) – Carolina Panthers, Baltimore Ravens
Terrell Suggs (OLB/DE) – Baltimore Ravens, Arizona Cardinals, Kansas City Chiefs
Fred Taylor (RB) – Jacksonville Jaguars, New England Patriots
Adam Vinatieri (K) – New England Patriots, Indianapolis Colts
Reggie Wayne (WR) – Indianapolis Colts
Darren Woodson (S) – Dallas Cowboys
Marshal Yanda (G/T) – Baltimore Ravens
This is the moment Wayne and his fellow finalists have been waiting for — and the dream of enshrinement is now within reach. Fans, get ready to tune in to the big reveal on February 6!
