Pro Football Hall of Fame Seniors Nominees Announced

The Pro Football Hall of Fame has announced 183 nominees for the Class of 2025 in the Seniors category, which includes notable former players who last played prior to 1999. Among the nominees are five former New York Jets—Boomer Esiason, Mark Gastineau, Larry Grantham, Art Powell, and Nick Lowery—and seven former New York Giants, including Phil Simms and Ottis Anderson. The newly formed Seniors Screening Committee will reduce this list to 50 players, who will then be evaluated by the Seniors Blue-Ribbon Committee to select three finalists for potential induction. Additionally, the Cleveland Browns have nine representatives, while the Denver Broncos feature 11 nominees. The odds of a nominee being elected are low, highlighting the need to recognize deserving players from the past. The selection process aims to ensure that worthy candidates are not overlooked as the Hall continues to honor its legacy.