In time, the dynasty-era Patriots will force the Hall’s hand. Rob Gronkowski becomes Hall eligible in 2027. Tom Brady will become a first-ball Hall of Famer a year later. Bill Belichick is another lock, just like Brady. Fringe candidates like Stephen Gostkowski and Julian Edelman will be up for consideration next year.

Patriots owner Robert Kraft will not be selected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame's class of 2025, according to multiple reports. Sources with knowledge of the recent decision mad

New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft will have to wait at least one more year to get into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.