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Ben Roethlisberger leads Steelers candidates for Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2027

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 9:28 PM

Last updated Aug 9, 2026

Ben Roethlisberger leads Steelers candidates for Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2027
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With the Class of 2026 being enshrined, attention shifts to the Class of 2027, where several former Pittsburgh Steelers will be on the ballot. Ben Roethlisberger, Le'Veon Bell, and Antonio Brown are eligible for induction for the first time. Roethlisberger, who has two Super Bowl titles and multiple Pro Bowl selections, is widely considered a strong candidate for induction. The election process will continue in the coming months as nominees are discussed and evaluated.

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  • •Ben Roethlisberger, Le'Veon Bell, and Antonio Brown are first-time eligible.
  • •Roethlisberger last played in 2021 and is a two-time Super Bowl winner.
  • •The Class of 2026 is being enshrined this weekend.
  • •Hall of Fame eligibility requires a player to be retired for at least five years.
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  • 9:28 PMYahoo Sports — Big Ben leads strong Steelers contingent for Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2027
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With the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2026 being formally enshrined in Canton, Ohio on Saturday, attention will now to turn to the Class of 2027, where several former Pittsburgh Steelers will be on the ballot, several for the first time.

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