Bill Belichick isn’t the only key figure from the New England Patriots dynasty who won’t be getting into the Pro Football Hall of Fame this year. Team owner Robert Kraft also failed to receive enough votes to be included in the Class of 2026, according to multiple media outlets. Belichick was this year’s finalist in the coaches category, while Kraft was the finalist in the contributors category. Kraft was first nominated for the Hall of Fame in 2013 and was a finalist for the first time this year. He has made it to the Super Bowl 11 times since buying the Patriots in 1994, more than any team owner in NFL history.

Source: Los Angeles Times February 03, 2026 22:15 UTC