Belichick left out despite building New England dynasty
Drew Brees and Larry Fitzgerald among inductees
Six-time Super Bowl-winning coach Bill Belichick was officially left out of the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2026, likely opening the door to revisions in the selection process later this year.
Still, the New England Patriots dynasty Belichick helped helm well into the 2000s earned partial vindication as former Patriots kicker Adam Vinatieri gained induction in his second year on the ballot.
New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees and Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald were elected in their first year of eligibility, and Carolina Panthers linebacker Luke Kuechly was another headliner in the class. San Francisco 49ers great Roger Craig was the lone seniors candidate elected from the pool of five that featured Belichick.
