Jared Allen Named Semifinalist for Hall of Fame

Jared Allen, the former Minnesota Vikings defensive end, has been named a semifinalist for the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2025, marking his fifth consecutive year in this position. Allen, who ranks 12th in NFL history with 136 career sacks and had a standout season in 2011 with a league-leading 22 sacks, is joined by notable candidates including Eli Manning and Antonio Gates. The selection committee will next narrow the list to 15 finalists, from which players must secure 80% of votes to be inducted. Other semifinalists include Eric Allen, Ricky Watters, and several former stars in their first year of eligibility, such as Luke Kuechly and Terrell Suggs. The Hall of Fame class will be finalized at an annual meeting before the Super Bowl, and additional votes will be held for seniors, contributors, and coaches. Allen's impressive career includes multiple All-Pro selections and induction into the Vikings Ring of Honor in 2022.