Pro Football Hall of Fame 2027 candidates include Roethlisberger and Gronkowski
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 7:00 AM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
With the 2026 Pro Football Hall of Fame class enshrined, attention turns to the potential 2027 candidates. Notable first-year eligibles include Ben Roethlisberger, a two-time Super Bowl champion with over 64,000 passing yards, and Rob Gronkowski, who ranks among the most dominant tight ends despite injury setbacks. Other candidates are Adrian Peterson, Richard Sherman, and Antonio Brown, each with compelling but complex cases for induction, influenced by on-field performance and off-field issues. The selection process for 2027 will unfold next year as the Hall continues to celebrate football excellence.
- •Ben Roethlisberger has 400 touchdown passes and 64,088 passing yards.
- •Rob Gronkowski recorded 9,286 receiving yards despite injuries.
- •Adrian Peterson is fifth all-time in rushing yards with 14,918.
- •Richard Sherman contributed to a Super Bowl and earned multiple All-Pro selections.
- •Antonio Brown's Hall of Fame chances may hinge on ongoing legal issues.
- 7:00 AMYahoo Sports — Pro Football Hall of Fame candidates 2027: Here are the best NFL players eligible for next year's class
"As the 2026 Pro Football Hall of Fame class is enshrined, these are the players who could receive a knock on their proverbial door in six months.
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