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The Hall of Fame revealed its 15 modern-era finalists who will need 80% of the vote in order to receive a gold jacket and bronze bust in the 2026 class this summer, in Canton, Ohio. 

Voters may vote for up to five modern-era players. Another vote will also take place to determine who will make it out of the senior/coach/contributor category. On the ballot this year are senior finalists Ken Anderson, Roger Craig and L.C. Greenwood, coach finalist Bill Belichick and contributor finalist Robert Kraft. Each of these finalists will also need 80% of the vote in order to receive enshrinement. 

Here's a rundown of each of this year's modern-era finalists, a group that includes four former players who are eligible for the first time. 

Willie Anderson, OT (1996-08): One of the best right tackles of his era, Anderson received four straight Pro Bowl selections from 2003-06 and also earned All-Pro three straight seasons over that span. His blocking helped running back Corey Dillon break Jim Brown's rookie single-game rushing record in 1997 and Walter Payton's all-time single-game rushing mark in 2000. 
**Drew Brees, QB (2001-20): Brees retired as the NFL's all-time leader in career passing yards and touchdown passes and is second in both categories to Tom Brady. He led the Saints to their first Super Bowl win in 2009, throwing for 288 yards and two touchdowns in New Orleans' 31-17 win over the Colts. 
Jahri Evans, G (2006-17): Evans was an All-Pro four straight years from 2009-12. A member of the Hall of Fame All-2010s Team, Evans played an key role in the Saints' first Super Bowl win in 2009. 
**Larry Fitzgerald, WR (2004-20): One of the most productive wideouts in league history, Fitzgerald is second to Jerry Rice in career catches and receiving yards. He put on a clinic during the 2008 playoffs, catching 30 passes for 546 yards and seven touchdowns in four games while helping the Cardinals clinch their first Super Bowl berth. 
**Frank Gore, RB (2005-20): Gore's amazing longevity allowed him to retire as the NFL's third all-time leading rusher with 16,000 yards. From 2006-13, Gore earned five Pro Bowl nods while being the driving force behind a 49ers team that played in one Super Bowl and three consecutive NFC title games. 
Torry Holt, WR (1999-09): A key member of the Rams' "Greatest Show on Turf," Holt helped the Rams win their first Super Bowl, catching a touchdown pass in the win over the Titans. He twice led the league in receiving yards and delivered eight consecutive seasons with over 1,100 receiving yards. 
Luke Kuechly, LB (2012-19): While injuries cut his career short, Kuechly left an indelible mark on the Panthers and the NFL during his eight-year career. A Pro Bowler seven straight years, Kuechly was named Defensive Player of the Year in 2015 while leading the Panthers to a 15-1 season and the franchise's second Super Bowl berth. 
Eli Manning, QB (2004-19): Manning's legacy is his and the Giants' two remarkable playoff runs that culminated in upset wins over the Patriots in the Super Bowl. New York's first Super Bowl win over New England was iconic in that it was the second-largest upset in Super Bowl history. Manning's incredible completion to David Tyree late in the game set up his game-winning touchdown pass in the Giants' 17-14 win. 
Terrell Suggs, EDGE (2003-19): One of the most intimidating pass rushers of his era, Suggs racked up 139 sacks during his 17-year career. He won Defensive Player of the Year honors in 2011 after recording 14 sacks, picking off two passes and forcing a league-high seven fumbles. 
Adam Vinatieri, K (1996-19): The NFL's all-time leading scorer, Vinatieri won three Super Bowls with the Patriots before winning a fourth with the Colts. He made two game-winning field goals in Super Bowls in addition to making two clutch field goals in the snow during the New England's comeback win over the Raiders in the 2001 playoffs that jump-started the Patriots' dynasty. 
Reggie Wayne, WR (2001-14): While many considered him Robin to Marvin Harrison's Batman, Wayne was an elite player in his own right. He sits just behind Harrison on the career receiving yards list and is 11th all-time in career receptions. His 53-yard touchdown catch jump-started the Colts' 29-17 win over the Bears in Super Bowl XLI. 
Kevin Williams, DT (2003-15): A key cog in the middle of the Vikings' defense for 11 years, Williams earned six Pro Bowls over a seven-year span from 2004-10. During his first two seasons, Williams recorded a whopping 22 sacks, four fumble recoveries and two interceptions. 
**Jason Witten, TE (2003-20): Witten is the Cowboys' career leader in both career receptions and receiving yards. Tony Gonzalez is the only tight end with more career catches and receiving receiving yard than Witten. 
Darren Woodson, S (1992-03): The Cowboys' all-time leader in tackles, Woodson was named to five consecutive Pro Bowls from 1994-98 and was a All-Pro three straight years over that span. He played a key role in the Cowboys' dynasty that included three Super Bowls over a four-year span. 
Marshal Yanda, OL (2007-19): Yanda was a Pro Bowler eight times during his final nine seasons. He spent his entire career with the Ravens and helped Baltimore capture its most recent Super Bowl title at the end of the 2012 season. His blocking helped Joe Flacco earn MVP honors during the Ravens' Super Bowl win over the 49ers. 
** -- Players who are eligble for induction for the first time 

The entire 2026 Hall of Fame class will be announced on  Feb. 5 from the Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco.