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Two former Patriots eligible for 2026 Pro Football Hall of Fame class
Former New England Patriots kicker Stephen Gostkowski and wide receiver Julian Edelman were listed among the first-time eligibles for the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2026, via ESPN's Adam Schefter.
They'll soon join a long list of players hoping to be permanently enshrined in Canton.
Gostkowski had a remarkable career with the Patriots, stepping in after the departure of Adam Vinatieri in 2006. He spent 14 seasons with the Patriots, finishing as the franchise's all-time leading scorer with 1,775 points. He won three Super Bowls with the organization and led the league in scoring five times.
He was also the NFL record holder for most consecutive extra points made with 523 across regular and postseason play.
Edelman, who is set to be inducted into the Patriots Hall of Fame, was one of the league's greatest playoff performers.
He trails only Jerry Rice and Travis Kelce in all-time receptions and receiving yards in the postseason, with 118 receptions for 1,442 yards. He recorded 620 career receptions for 6,822 yards and 36 touchdowns. The former Kent State product has been a part of three Super Bowl teams, and he won the MVP for Super Bowl LIII.
There are no guarantees that Gostkowski or Edelman will get into the Hall of Fame, but they'll have their fair shot like all of the rest in 2026 and beyond.
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