Eli Manning, former quarterback for the New York Giants, has been named a finalist for the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2026. This marks Manning’s second consecutive nomination. During his 16-year career with the Giants, he recorded 57,023 passing yards, ranking 11th in NFL history, and 366 touchdowns, according to AM New York.
Eli Manning’s career also includes an 8-4 playoff record and two Super Bowl MVP awards, highlighting his performances in postseason games, as reported by Giants Wire. His streak of 210 consecutive starts ranks second among quarterbacks only to Brett Favre, demonstrating his durability and consistency on the field.
Manning is among a group of finalists that includes Drew Brees and Larry Fitzgerald. The full list of finalists, released Tuesday, features players from various positions, each with notable career accomplishments. As per Giants Wire, the final inductees will be announced at the NFL Honors on February 5, 2026 in San Francisco, with up to five modern-era players eligible for enshrinement.
