Hall of Fame reveals new voters, cuts panel from 50 to 28
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 12:46 AM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026

The Hall of Fame has announced a significant reduction in its voting panel, decreasing the number of voters from 50 to 28. The announcement was made on September 18, 2026. Among the newly appointed voters are Hall of Famers Jared Allen and Dan Fouts, along with established journalists from various prominent sports outlets. This change comes amid ongoing discussions about the Hall's selection process and the potential impact of a smaller voter group on future enshrinements.
- •Hall of Fame now has 28 voters instead of 50
- •New panel includes Hall of Famers and sports journalists
- •Jared Allen and Dan Fouts are among the new voters
- •Announcement made on September 18, 2026
- •Reassessment of selection process underway
- 12:46 AMYahoo Sports — Hall of Fame announces its new group of voters
"The recent overhaul of the Hall of Fame selection process includes a dramatic reduction in the number of voters, from 50 down to 28.
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