Bill Belichick is the NFL's most successful coach during the Super Bowl era. But given the ongoing treatment of his former boss, Patriots owner Robert Kraft, it's fair to wonder how the Pro Football Hall of Fame's voters will treat Belichick when he is eligible for induction in 2026.

The Pro Football Hall of Fame has narrowed down its list of candidates for the class of 2025 modern era to 25 semifinalists. Tight end Antonio Gates, who was the most notable snub from the Class of 2024,

The 2025 Pro Football Hall of Fame semifinalists were announced on Wednesday, with plenty of NFL greats represented on the shortlist like quarterback Eli Manning.