Willie Anderson Among 2025 Hall of Fame Finalists

Willie Anderson, a former Cincinnati Bengals right tackle, is once again a modern-era finalist for the Pro Football Hall of Fame's Class of 2025, marking his fourth consecutive year achieving this status (Article 1, 4). The list of 15 modern-era finalists also includes former Dallas Cowboys safety Darren Woodson, who has reached finalist status for the third time, and notable first-time finalists like Eli Manning and Luke Kuechly (Article 3, 5). The selection will culminate in February, ahead of Super Bowl 59, with up to five modern-era players being inducted (Article 4, 5). Meanwhile, NFL legend Rod Woodson has endorsed Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson as the MVP over Josh Allen, citing Jackson's impressive statistical edge in touchdowns and efficiency (Article 2). The MVP race remains tight as both quarterbacks lead their teams to strong playoff positions, showcasing their individual talents and contributions to their teams' successes (Article 2).