Four New Legends Inducted into Pro Football Hall of Fame

Jared Allen, Antonio Gates, Sterling Sharpe, and Eric Allen have been announced as the inductees for the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2025.

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Jared Allen, Antonio Gates, Sterling Sharpe, and Eric Allen will be enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame as part of the smallest class in 20 years. The selection process changed to be more exclusive, with the 2025 class comprising just four inductees, a stark contrast to previous years. Sharpe's induction marks the first time siblings will be enshrined together, as he joins his brother Shannon. The formal induction ceremony will take place on August 2 in Canton, Ohio, honoring their significant contributions to the NFL.

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