Earlier this month, Eli Manning Turns out he was one of the semifinalists for the 2025 Pro Football Hall of Fame modern-day class. The two-time Super Bowl champion, who retired after the 2019 season, made the list in his first year of eligibility.
But this week, one Hall of Fame voter put a damper on the idea that Manning could garner enough votes to become an official member of the 2025 class. Not this year,” voters told ESPN.
Candidates must reach the 80% threshold of the selection committee to be voted. But, Manning’s candidacy has been polarizing.
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There are several arguments that can be made when making a case for or against a retired quarterback. He showed his ability to play at an elite level during the run to the aforementioned Super Bowl titles, throwing a combined 15 touchdowns against just one interception during those postseason runs.
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Arguments against Manning’s candidacy include the fact that he was never named to an All-Pro team during his playing career. While Manning competed in an era that featured it as well. Tom Bradyhis older brothers Peyton Manning, Drew Brees and Aaron Rodgers, the absence of at least one All-Pro nod could weigh heavily in some voters’ minds.
Former New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning prepares to throw out the first pitch before the game between the New York Yankees and the Toronto Blue Jays at Yankee Stadium. (Vincent Carchetta-USA TODAY Sports)
Additionally, Manning finished his career with a regular season record of 117-117. Many star quarterbacks and Hall of Famers finished at least one season. of the NFL The top spot in touchdowns or passing yards — Manning never accomplished either of those feats.
However, he had the most interceptions in the league in three separate seasons. Manning retired from the NFL with 244 career interceptions.
11 October 2018; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) leaves the field after the game against the Philadelphia Eagles at MetLife Stadium. (Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports)
But, there are only about a dozen quarterbacks who have won multiple Super Bowl titles, and Manning is among that exclusive group.
In all likelihood, Manning will eventually become a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame — it’s unclear how long he’ll have to wait to receive the coveted gold jacket.
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The Hall of Fame Selection Committee will soon narrow the list of semifinalists down to 15 finalists. After another round of voting, a list of 10 finalists will be revealed. Finally, a group of seven finalists will be announced.
Each committee member will then be allowed to take five of the seven names for a final vote.
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