Reggie Wayne, Adam Vinatieri Snubbed from Pro Football Hall of Fame 2025

Both Reggie Wayne and Adam Vinatieri were denied entry into the Pro Football Hall of Fame for the 2025 class, with Wayne missing out for the sixth consecutive year and Vinatieri for his first. The 2025 class included only four modern-era players: Jared Allen, Eric Allen, Antonio Gates, and Sterling Sharpe. Vinatieri, the NFL's all-time leading scorer, reached the final seven but failed to secure the necessary 80% of votes, while Wayne did not make it past the initial cut from 15 to 10. The new voting criteria and a backlog of wide receivers have complicated Wayne's chances, with speculation that he may have to wait at least two more years. Both players expressed disappointment, with Wayne highlighting the emotional significance of the ceremony being held in his hometown of New Orleans. Despite the setbacks, both remain hopeful for future consideration as finalists.