Eli Manning Faces Uncertain First-Year Hall of Fame Induction
The two-time Super Bowl MVP's candidacy is debated due to mixed regular-season performance and historic postseason success.
- Eli Manning is one of 25 semifinalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2025 in his first year of eligibility.
- Manning's postseason achievements, including two Super Bowl MVPs, are central to his Hall of Fame case.
- Critics highlight Manning's lack of All-Pro selections, a 117-117 career regular-season record, and leading the league in interceptions three times.
- Supporters emphasize his historic playoff performances, durability with 210 consecutive starts, and top-10 career rankings in key passing statistics at retirement.
- The Hall of Fame selection process requires 80% approval from the committee, with the list of semifinalists being narrowed to finalists in the coming months.