The NFL Hall of Fame 2024 is here. Know the players who are first time eligible for the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2025. On Sunday, February 11, the NFL Season 2023-24 will come to a close, with the Chiefs and 49ers poised for a blockbuster matchup at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.
ESPN senior NFL insider Adam Schefter shared the list of the First Time Eligibles for The Pro Football Hall of Fame class of 2025. Here is the list he posted on his X account.
- Eli Manning
- Luke Kuechly
- Adam Vinatieri
- Terrell Suggs
- Marshal Yanda
- Marshawn Lynch
- Earl Thomas
- Joe Staley
- Demaryius Thomas
- Aqib Talib
- Vernon Davis
- Darren Sproles
- Cameron Wake
Let’s know why these legends are in the list of Hall of Fame Class of 2025.
#1 Eli Manning | Quarterback (2004 – 2019)
Eli Manning was the NFL quarterback who played for a single team, the New York Giants, in entire career. He won two Super Bowl championships and was named Super Bowl MVP twice during his 16-year career. Manning retired in January 2020, leaving behind a legacy as one of the greatest quarterbacks in NFL history.
NFL Career Stats
- Passing attempts: 8,119
- Passing completions: 4,895
- Completion percentage: 60.3%
- TD–INT: 366–244
- Passing yards: 57,023
- Passer rating: 84.1
NFL Records
- Most passing yards in a postseason: 1,219 (2011)
- Longest touchdown pass: 99 yards (tied)
Eli Manning Bio
- Born: January 3, 1981 in New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S.
- Height: 6 ft 5 in (1.96 m)
- Weight: 218 lb (99 kg)
- High school: Isidore Newman (New Orleans, Louisiana)
- College: Ole Miss (1999–2003)
- NFL draft: 2004 / Round: 1 / Pick: 1 (Picked by New York Giants)
- Wife: Abby Mcgrew
#2 Luke Kuechly | Linebacker (2012-2019)
Luke Kuechly played as a linebacker in the NFL for Carolina Panthers. Known for his smarts and great tackling skills. He was named NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year in 2012 and even snagged the NFL Defensive Player of the Year title in 2013. People loved watching him play because he was always on top of his game. Kuechly retired from football in 2020, stepping away from the sport at a relatively young age.
NFL Career Stats
- Total tackles: 1,092
- Sacks: 12.5
- Interceptions: 18
- Pass deflections: 66
- Forced fumbles: 7
- Fumble recoveries: 9
- Defensive touchdowns: 2
NFL Record
- Most combined tackles in a game: 24 (tied)
Luke Kuechly Bio
- Born: April 20, 1991 in Cincinnati, Ohio, U.S.
- Height: 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m)
- Weight: 238 lb (108 kg)
- High school: St. Xavier (Cincinnati)
- College: Boston College (2009–2011)
- NFL draft: 2012 / Round: 1 / Pick: 9
- Wife: Shannon Reilly
#3 Adam Vinatieri | Kicker (1996-2019)
Adam Vinatieri played as Kicker for the New England Patriots and Indianapolis Colts. He played for a long time, almost 24 years. He won four Super Bowl championships (XXXVI, XXXVIII, XXXIX, XLI) and was picked for the Pro Bowl three times. People remember him for making important kicks when his team needed them the most. He decided to stop playing football in 2020, but his skill and success will always be remembered in the NFL.
NFL Career Stats
- Field goals: 599/715
- Field goal %: 83.8%
- Longest field goal: 57
- Points scored: 2,673
NFL Records
- Most career points scored: 2,673
- Most consecutive field goals made: 44
- Most combined regular season and postseason games played: 397
- Most career field goals made: 599
- Most career field goals attempted: 715
- Most seasons with 100+ points: 21
- Most career overtime field goals: 11
- Most field goals made in a postseason: 14 (2006, tied with Evan McPherson)
Adam Vinatieri Bio
- Born: December 28, 1972 in Yankton, South Dakota, U.S.
- Height: 6 ft 0 in (1.83 m)
- Weight: 212 lb (96 kg)
- High school: Central (Rapid City, South Dakota)
- College: South Dakota State (1991–1994)
- Undrafted: 1996
- Wife: Valeri Vinatieri
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#4 Terrell Suggs | Linebacker (2003-2019)
Terrell Suggs was a tough and talented NFL linebacker. He played for the Baltimore Ravens, Arizona Cardinals, and Kansas City Chiefs. Suggs was known for his strong style of play and his ability to disrupt the other team’s offense. He earned the Pro Bowl seven times and was even named the NFL Defensive Player of the Year in 2011. Suggs also helped his team win the Super Bowl in 2013 with the Ravens. After a successful career, he retired from football in 2020, leaving behind a legacy as one of the best defensive players of his time.
NFL Career Stats
- Tackles: 886
- Sacks: 139
- Forced fumbles: 39
- Fumble recoveries: 15
- Pass deflections: 60
Terrell Suggs Bio
- Born: October 11, 1982 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, U.S.
- Height: 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m)
- Weight: 265 lb (120 kg)
- High school: Hamilton (Chandler, Arizona)
- College: Arizona State (2000–2002)
- NFL draft: 2003 / Round: 1 / Pick: 10
- Wife: Candace Williams (2012-2015)
#5 Marshal Yanda | Guard (2007-2019)
Marshal Yanda played as an offensive guard for the Baltimore Ravens for his whole career. People thought he was one of the best offensive linemen because he was strong, had great technique, and was tough. Yanda got picked for the Pro Bowl eight times and was named a First-Team All-Pro twice. He helped the Ravens win the Super Bowl in 2012. Yanda retired in 2020 after a successful career. He’ll always be remembered as one of the top offensive linemen in NFL history.
NFL Career Stats
- Games played: 177
- Games started: 166
- Fumble recoveries: 8
Marshal Yanda Bio
- Born: September 15, 1984 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, U.S.
- Height: 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m)
- Weight: 305 lb (138 kg)
- High school: Anamosa (Anamosa, Iowa)
- College: North Iowa Area CC (2003–2004) Iowa (2005–2006)
- NFL draft: 2007 / Round: 3 / Pick: 86
- Wife: Shannon Hunt Yanda
#6 Marshawn Lynch | Owner (2007-2019)
Marshawn Lynch was a running back for teams like the Buffalo Bills, the Seattle Seahawks, and the Oakland Raiders. Lynch was known for being really strong and hard to tackle when he ran with the ball. They called him “Beast Mode” because of how tough he was on the field. He earned the Pro Bowl five times and even helped the Seattle Seahawks win the Super Bowl in 2014. Lynch retired from football a few times, but his last retirement was in 2020. Even though he’s not playing anymore, people still like him for his fun personality and the good things he does off the field.
NFL Career Stats
- Rushing yards: 10,413
- Rushing average: 4.2
- Rushing touchdowns: 85
- Receptions: 287
- Receiving yards: 2,214
- Receiving touchdowns: 9
Marshawn Lynch Bio
- Born: April 22, 1986 in Oakland, California, U.S.
- Height: 5 ft 11 in (1.80 m)
- Weight: 215 lb (98 kg)
- High school: Oakland Technical (Oakland, California)
- College: California (2004–2006)
- NFL draft: 2007 / Round: 1 / Pick: 12
- Partner: Charmaine Glock
#7 Earl Thomas | Safety (2010-2019)
Earl Thomas played football in the NFL as a safety for the Seattle Seahawks after they picked him in the 2010 NFL Draft. Thomas was really good at covering and making big plays on defense. He got picked for the Pro Bowl seven times and was named a First-Team All-Pro player 3 times. Thomas helped the Seahawks win the Super Bowl in 2014. He last played for the Baltimore Ravens before leaving the NFL in 2020.
NFL Career Stats
- Total tackles: 713
- Sacks: 2
- Forced fumbles: 12
- Fumble recoveries: 6
- Interceptions: 30
- Defensive touchdowns: 4
Earl Thomas Bio
- Born: May 7, 1989 in Orange, Texas, U.S.
- Height: 5 ft 10 in (1.78 m)
- Weight: 202 lb (92 kg)
- High school: West Orange-Stark (Orange, Texas)
- College: Texas (2007–2009)
- NFL draft: 2010 / Round: 1 / Pick: 14
- Wife: Nina Heisser (2016-2020)
#8 Joe Staley | Offensive tackle (2007-2019)
Joe Staley was an offensive tackle. He spent his whole career with the San Francisco 49ers, where he was picked in the first round of the 2007 NFL Draft. Staley was really good at blocking and was known for being a tough and reliable player. He got chosen for the Pro Bowl six times because of his skill. Staley was a big part of the 49ers’ journey to Super Bowl LIV in 2020, even though they didn’t win. He retired from football that same year, leaving behind a legacy as one of the top offensive linemen in the league.
Joe Staley Bio
- Born: August 30, 1984 in Rockford, Michigan, U.S.
- Height: 6 ft 6 in (1.98 m)
- Weight: 300 lb (136 kg)
- High school: Rockford (Rockford, Michigan)
- College: Central Michigan (2003–2006)
- NFL draft: 2007 / Round: 1 / Pick: 28
- Wife: Carrie (Dew) Staley
#9 Lt. Demaryius Thomas | Wide receiver (2010-2019)
Demaryius Thomas played in the NFL as a wide receiver. He mostly played for the Denver Broncos after they picked him in the first round of the 2010 NFL Draft. Thomas was really good at running routes and catching the ball, making lots of big plays. He went to the Pro Bowl five times and even won the Super Bowl with the Broncos in 2016. Thomas set some records for the Broncos too, like most catches, yards, and touchdowns. He retired from football in 2019 but sadly passed away on December 09, 2021. People remember him as one of the best wide receivers in Broncos history.
NFL Career Stats
- Receptions: 724
- Receiving yards: 9,763
- Receiving average: 13.5
- Receiving touchdowns: 63
Demaryius Thomas Bio
- Born: December 25, 1987 in Montrose, Georgia, U.S.
- Died: December 9, 2021 in Roswell, Georgia, U.S.
- Height: 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m)
- Weight: 225 lb (102 kg)
- High school: West Laurens (Dexter, Georgia)
- College: Georgia Tech (2006–2009)
- NFL draft: 2010 / Round: 1 / Pick: 22
- Girlfriend: Since Demaryius Thomas
#10 Aqib Talib | Cornerback (2008-2019)
Aqib Talib played as a cornerback. He had a long career, playing for teams like the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, New England Patriots, Denver Broncos, Los Angeles Rams, and Miami Dolphins. Talib was known for his tough style of play and his ability to stop opponents from catching the ball. He made it to the Pro Bowl five times and even won the Super Bowl with the Denver Broncos in 2016. Talib retired from football in 2020 and now works in sports broadcasting.
NFL Career Stats
- Total tackles: 462
- Pass deflections: 125
- Interceptions: 35
- Forced fumbles: 5
- Fumble recoveries: 4
- Defensive touchdowns: 10
Aqib Talib Bio
- Born: February 13, 1986 in Cleveland, Ohio, U.S.
- Height: 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m)
- Weight: 209 lb (95 kg)
- High school: Berkner (Richardson, Texas)
- College: Kansas (2004–2007)
- NFL draft: 2008 / Round: 1 / Pick: 20
- Wife: Gypsy Benitez
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#11 Vernon Davis | Tight end (2006-2019)
Vernon Davis was a tight end. Davis was known for being really fast and good at catching the ball, which made him a big threat for opposing defenses. He played for teams including the San Francisco 49ers, Denver Broncos, and Washington Football Team. He made it to the Pro Bowl twice and even won the Super Bowl with the Denver Broncos in 2016. Davis retired from football in 2020 and has since been involved in acting, business, and helping others through charity work.
NFL Career Stats
- Receptions: 583
- Receiving yards: 7,562
- Receiving touchdowns: 63
Vernon Davis Bio
- Born: January 31, 1984 in Washington, D.C., U.S.
- Height: 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m)
- Weight: 248 lb (112 kg)
- High school: Dunbar (Washington, D.C.)
- College: Maryland (2003–2005)
- NFL draft: 2006 / Round: 1 / Pick: 6
- Partner: Kayla Sortor
#12 Darren Sproles | Running Back (2005-2019)
Darren Sproles was a talented running back and return specialist. Sproles was really fast and could do a lot on the field, whether it was running with the ball or catching passes. He played for teams including the San Diego Chargers, New Orleans Saints, and Philadelphia Eagles. He was also great at returning punts and kickoffs, setting records and earning praise for his skills. Sproles went to the Pro Bowl three times and even won the Super Bowl (LII) with the Philadelphia Eagles. He retired from football in 2019 after a successful career, leaving behind a legacy as one of the most exciting players in the NFL.
NFL Career Stats
- Rushing yards: 3,552
- Rushing average: 4.9
- Rushing touchdowns: 23
- Receptions: 553
- Receiving yards: 4,840
- Receiving touchdowns: 32
- Return yards: 11,313
- Return touchdowns: 9
NFL Record
Most all-purpose yards in a season: 2,696 (2011)
Darren Sproles Bio
- Born: June 20, 1983 in Waterloo, Iowa, U.S.
- Height: 5 ft 6 in (1.68 m)
- Weight: 190 lb (86 kg)
- High school: Olathe North (Olathe, Kansas)
- College: Kansas State (2001–2004)
- NFL draft: 2005 / Round: 4 / Pick: 130
- Wife: Michel Hunt
#13 Cameron Wake | Defensive end Linebacker (2005-2019)
Cameron Wake was a defensive end or outside linebacker. He played for the Miami Dolphins and later with the Tennessee Titans. Wake was known for being really good at getting to the quarterback and putting pressure on him. He went to the Pro Bowl five times and was named a First-Team All-Pro once. Wake retired from football in 2020 after making a big impact in the league as one of the best pass rushers of his time.
NFL Career Stats
- Total tackles: 364
- Sacks: 100.5
- Forced fumbles: 22
- Fumble recoveries: 2
- Interceptions: 1
Cameron Wake Bio
- Born: January 30, 1982 in Beltsville, Maryland, U.S.
- Height: 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m)
- Weight: 263 lb (119 kg)
- High school: DeMatha Catholic (Hyattsville, Maryland)
- College: Penn State (2000–2004)
- Undrafted: 2005
- Girlfriend: No
