Active NFL players Aaron Rodgers and Myles Garrett among Hall of Fame locks
CBS NFL • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 1:44 PM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
The Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2026 will be inducted in Canton, Ohio, on August 8, featuring five football legends. Among the active players expected to be inducted in future classes are Aaron Rodgers and Myles Garrett. Rodgers, set to conclude his career, and other retirees will be eligible for Hall of Fame election in 2032. This year's inductees include historical figures, increasing interest in prospects for current stars. Their impressive careers and accolades position them well for future recognition.
- •Aaron Rodgers is a top 10 all-time quarterback with four MVP awards.
- •Patrick Mahomes has two MVPs and three Super Bowl MVPs by age 30.
- •Lamar Jackson is the top rusher in QB history with 6,522 yards.
- •Matthew Stafford's recent MVP win bolsters his Hall of Fame candidacy.
- •Derrick Henry joined the 12,000-yard club and is fourth in rushing touchdowns.
- 1:44 PMCBS NFL — Hall of Fame locks: Active NFL players bound for enshrinement include Aaron Rodgers, Myles Garrett
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