Hall of Fame voter says Eli Manning's candidacy faces 'significant' obstacles in first year of eligibility

Earlier this month, Eli Manning learned he was one of the semifinalists in the modern class of Pro Football Hall of Fame class of 2025. The two-time Super Bowl champion, who retired after the 2019 season, made the list in his first year of eligibility.

But this week, one Hall of Fame voter put a damper on the idea that Manning could receive enough votes to become an official member of the Class of 2025. “The general consensus seems to be that Manning is going to be in the Hall of Fame eventually. Not this year,” a voter told ESPN.

Candidates must reach 80%, the selection committee's criteria, to receive a vote. But Manning's candidacy is polarizing.

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There are several arguments that can be made when arguing for or against retired quarterbacks. He showed the ability to play at an elite level en route to winning the aforementioned Super Bowl title, throwing a total of 15 touchdowns and only one interception during the postseason.

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Arguments against Manning's candidacy include the fact that he was never named to an All-Pro team during his playing days. Manning competed in an era that also featured Tom Brady, his older brother Peyton Manning, Drew Brees and Aaron Rodgers, but the lack of at least one All-Pro candidate weighs heavily on some voters' minds. There is a possibility.

Former New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning prepares to throw out the first pitch before the New York Yankees vs. Toronto Blue Jays game at Yankee Stadium. (Vincent Calchietta-USA TODAY Sports)

Furthermore, Manning finished his career with a regular season record of 117 wins and 117 losses. While many star QBs and Hall of Famers have finished at least one season leading the NFL in touchdowns or passing yards, Manning accomplished neither feat.

However, he threw the league's most interceptions in three seasons. Manning retired from the NFL with 244 career interceptions.

October 11, 2018; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA. New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning, 10, leaves the field after a game against the Philadelphia Eagles at MetLife Stadium. (Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports)

But only 12 quarterbacks have won multiple Super Bowl titles, and Manning is one of that exclusive group.

Perhaps Manning will eventually be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, but it remains to be seen how long he will have to wait before receiving the coveted gold jacket.

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The Hall of Fame selection committee will soon narrow the list of semifinalists to 15 finalists. After another round of voting, a list of 10 finalists will be announced. At the end, the seven finalists will be announced.

Each member of the committee can then select five of the seven names for a final vote.

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