In an unprecedented emergency recording, Kirk Buchner and Evan Nolan—joined by Jack Silverstein, Ron Katz, and Chris Mouradian—react to breaking news that Bill Belichick has been shockingly excluded from the Pro Football Hall of Fame class of 2026. With results leaking just hours before their scheduled show, the panel dissects how the greatest coach of the modern era could miss first-ballot induction: Was it Bill Polian's behind-the-scenes maneuvering? Flawed 2025 voting rules creating a "zero-sum game" among Kraft, Belichick, and senior candidates? Or a perfect storm of process failure? The conversation expands to baseball's Hall of Fame results (Beltran and Jones in; Pettitte's surprising surge), recent number retirements for Fedorov, Chara, Aguirre and Rose, and tributes to legends lost—including NHL icon Glenn Hall and 49ers great John Brodie. A must-listen deep dive into what this historic miss means for Canton's credibility heading into Super Bowl week.

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Season 7 kicks off with a deep dive into the 2026 Pro Football Hall of Fame finalists! Kirk Buchner and Evan Nolan break down every candidate—from locks like Drew Brees and Larry Fitzgerald, to controversial names like Eli Manning, to long-overlooked stars like Kevin Williams and Frank Gore.We also tackle:The flawed HOF voting system & why fewer modern players are getting inRunning back logjam: Is Fred Taylor done? What about Marshawn Lynch?Wide receiver debate: Torry Holt vs. Reggie WayneTight end showdown: Jason Witten vs. Rob GronkowskiPlus: Basketball Hall of Fame dysfunction, recent celebrity & sports passings, and a preview of the United States Athletic Hall of Fame ballot!🔔 Don't forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and hit the bell so you never miss an episode of Not In Hall of Fame—the show that debates who deserves to be immortalized in sports history.🌐 Visit us at: notinhalloffame.com

In this special episode of The Buck Stops Here, host Kirk Buchner is joined by Pro Football Hall of Fame expert Paul Lawrence to break down the 2026 Modern-Era Finalists. They dive deep into the tough new voting rules, analyze locks like Drew Brees and Larry Fitzgerald, debate the cases of Eli Manning, Frank Gore, Willie Anderson, and the surprising rise of Kevin Williams—plus predictions on who actually gets in this year.Will the class expand beyond three inductees? Who’s stuck in positional logjams? And could this finally be the year for Darren Woodson or Torry Holt? All that and more—including insights on Jason Witten, kickers, and how the Patriots’ Belichick/Kraft factor might affect the vote.🔗 Learn more at NotInHallOfFame.com🗳️ Cast your vote in the upcoming United States Athletics Hall of Fame ballot—coming mid-March at USAHOF.com

Welcome to the latest episode of The Elevator Show from NotInHallOfFame.com! Hosts Kirk Buchner and Chris Mouradian dive into the ever-evolving Hall of Fame conversations across sports—and even music—with their signature blend of insight, humor, and honest takes.In this episode:Why Jake Paul might deserve Hall of Fame credit as a promoter (yes, really!)Shai Gilgeous-Alexander climbs the MVP ladderLeon Draisaitl hits 1,000 NHL points — a German first!Pete Carroll’s rocky Raiders season puts his legacy on pauseThe Stefon Diggs situation: elevator pause, not quite up or downPlus: Nicki Minaj’s Rock Hall chances, Pro Bowl analysis, Olympic hockey talk, and more!Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode of The Elevator Show. Visit us at [NotInHallOfFame.com](https://www.notinhalloffame.com) for more deep dives, ballots, and Hall of Fame debates.

Kirk Buchner and Chris Mouradian dive into the massive list of over 200 nominees for the Basketball Hall of Fame’s Class of 2025. From headliners like Blake Griffin to the curious inclusion of Scott Skiles and the shocking omissions of stars like Sean Kemp and Horace Grant, the guys break down the "messy" selection process.They also discuss the Hall's recent eligibility rule changes, its marketing strategy, and the mystery surrounding the Veterans Committee. Are they just "throwing stuff at a wall" to see what sticks? Tune in for a deep dive into the state of the Basketball Hall of Fame.

Welcome to Season 6, Episode 16 of The Hall of Fame Show with Kirk Buchner and Evan Nolan!In this packed episode, the guys kick off the show with stories from the recent U.S. Athletics Hall of Fame announcement, featuring incredible insight from special guest Upton Bell, who was described as "an oracle from the early days".Then, Kirk shares a powerful PSA (rant) on powerful coaches and cheating scandals like Sherrone Moore and Ime Udoka. The conversation moves to the controversy surrounding the Seattle World Cup's decision to designate the Iran vs. Egypt match as a 'Pride Game' , and the "insane" dynamic ticket pricing from FIFA.The second half covers major Baseball Hall of Fame news, including the recent votes for Jeff Kent, Don Mattingly, and Dale Murphy , as well as the ongoing debate about PED-associated players like Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens. The show wraps up with the announcement of the Ford Frick Award winner, Joe Buck , and a look back at the lives and careers of the great playwright Tom Stoppard and former NFL Pro Bowl linebacker Chad Brown in Memoriam.0:00:34 Welcome to Season 6, Episode 16 of The Hall of Fame Show! 0:02:22 Upton Bell: An oracle with incredible stories about the early days of pro football.0:04:04 Kirk’s PSA/Rant: Powerful Coaches and Cheating Scandals (Sherrone Moore).0:06:29 Cheating in the NBA: Ime Udoka and Nia Long.0:12:00 World Cup in Seattle: The irony of the designated "Pride Game" (Iran vs. Egypt).0:16:15 The "Insane" dynamic pricing and AI use for World Cup tickets.0:19:30 Baseball Hall of Fame: Reaction to the latest ballot results and Jeff Kent's chances.0:24:08 The Hall’s clear strategy to eliminate PED candidates like Bonds and Clemens.0:36:07 Listener Hall of Fame Draft: Roger Federer (Tennis) and Jeff Kent (Baseball).0:41:49 Ford Frick Award Winner: Discussing Joe Buck’s selection.0:45:46 Rene Cardenas's long wait for Hall of Fame induction.0:53:54 In Memoriam: Celebrating the life and work of playwright Tom Stoppard.1:16:37 In Memoriam: Remembering former NFL All-Pro linebacker Chad Brown and his passing at age 41.1:27:05 Shout out to Aaron James Freeman about the Not In Hall of Fame revisions for the Country Music list.1:28:14 Final thoughts and condolences for listener Richie Leitner.If you enjoyed this episode, please hit the like button, subscribe to the channel, and ring the notification bell so you never miss another Hall of Fame discussion! Let us know your thoughts on the cheating scandals, the World Cup pricing, and the latest Hall of Fame votes in the comments below!#HallOfFameShow #HOF #Podcast #SportsNews #MLBHOF #JoeBuck #WorldCup #FIFA #SherroneMoore #ImeUdoka #GoBlue #MichiganFootball #Celtics #JeffKent #BarryBonds #RogerClemens #ChadBrown #NFL #TomStoppard

The Pro Football Hall of Fame voting process is more complicated than ever! Kirk Buchner and Paul Lawrence break down the final five non-Modern Era candidates for the Hall of Fame class: Coach Bill Belichick, Contributor Robert Kraft, and Senior Players Ken Anderson, Roger Craig, and L.C. Greenwood.Will the "Group of Five" voting math freeze out deserving Seniors like it did last year? The guys debate Belichick’s "lock" status despite the scandals, Kraft's case as the ultimate contributor, and what the Hall needs to do to stop ignoring pre-1980 players.In this Episode:• The complex "Group of Five" HOF voting process• The argument for Coach Bill Belichick• Analyzing the candidacy of Contributor Robert Kraft• The tough road for Senior Finalists Ken Anderson, Roger Craig, and L.C. Greenwood• Paul Lawrence's proposal to fix the Senior backlogListen to more episodes and check out the rankings at NotInHallOfFame.com0:01:00 Breaking down the complex Hall of Fame voting process and the "group of five" finalists0:03:37 The difficult voting math that limits how many can be elected from the final five0:06:49 The case for Bill Belichick: Why he's an instant lock and the rule change that made it possible0:13:30 Addressing the Spygate and Deflategate controversies and if they matter to voters0:18:21 Robert Kraft’s case: Six Super Bowls, saving the Patriots franchise, and his league influence0:24:52 Introducing the three Senior Finalists: Ken Anderson, Roger Craig, and L.C. Greenwood0:31:46 The tough math problem: Why Belichick and Kraft's votes shrink the total votes available for the Seniors0:38:35 The need for a "Super Senior" or Historian's Committee to get deserving pre-1980 players into the Hall0:46:06 Debating the Hall's preference for smaller classes and how it hurts fan engagement0:53:40 Why the Pro Football Hall of Fame needs more rotation in its 50-member voting committeeIf you enjoyed this debate, please like this video, subscribe to The Buck Stops Here for more Hall of Fame analysis, and share your own predictions for the class in the comments below!

The wait is over! Join the NotInHallOfFame.com crew—Kirk Buchner, Evan Nolan, and special guests Upton Bell, Jack Silverstein, Chris Mouradian, Gil Florentino, Jack Moore, Ron Kaatz, Dave Whitlock, and Greg Oliver —as they unveil the third class of the United States Athletics Hall of Fame (theUSAHoF.com) for 2025!This highly anticipated class features legendary coaches, influential contributors, and 25 of the greatest athletes in American sports history, voted on by the public.In this video, we announce the inductees for three categories:Coaches: Featuring trailblazers like the first female coach inductee, an architect of modern NFL defense, and a college football giant.Contributors: From the "father of the NFL draft" and a key figure in the Negro Leagues, to the founder of the Elias Sports Bureau.Athletes: A diverse group including boxing legends, UFC pioneers, Olympic gold medalists, MLB icons, and the highest vote-getter—a tennis icon whose influence transcended the sport.Find out which of your favorites made the cut!Visit the Official Site: Check out the full list of inductees and learn more about the USA Hall of Fame selection process at theusahof.com!00:00:34 Welcome & Introduction: The NotInHallOfFame.com crew and guests introduce the announcement show.00:13:02 Hall of Fame Rules: Discussing the 50-year-old age requirement (and future eligibility for Tiger Woods). 00:14:11 COACHES ANNOUNCEMENT BEGINS00:14:11 Coach #5: Pat Summitt (First female coach inductee). 00:15:32 Coach #4: Eddie Robinson (All-time NCAA wins leader at retirement). 00:17:10 Coach #1 (Highest Vote-Getter): Tony Dungy (First Black head coach to win a Super Bowl). 00:18:13 Recap of the Top 5 Coaches. 00:21:29 CONTRIBUTORS ANNOUNCEMENT BEGINS00:21:50 Contributor #5: Bert Bell (NFL Commissioner, inventor of the NFL Draft). 00:32:04 Contributor #1 (Highest Vote-Getter): Seymour Siwoff (Elias Sports Bureau). 00:33:33 ATHLETES ANNOUNCEMENT BEGINS00:39:30 Athlete #25: Jack Johnson (Boxing, first Black heavyweight champion). 00:41:12 Athlete #21: Randy Couture (UFC pioneer). 00:43:21 Athlete #17: Mike Schmidt (Greatest third baseman, MVP). 00:47:01 Athlete #15: Pete Rose (Baseball's all-time hits leader). 00:57:01 Athlete #11: Kristi Yamaguchi (Figure Skating, first Asian American to win Winter Olympic gold). 00:58:49 Athlete #10: Dale Earnhardt (7-time NASCAR Champion). 01:06:22 Athlete #7: Jackie Joyner-Kersee (Track & Field, "America's first lady of track and field"). 01:25:28 Athlete #1 (Highest Vote-Getter): Arthur Ashe (Tennis icon). 01:28:14 Full List of the Top 25 Athletes Revealed.01:29:44 Discussion about past inductees and nominees.01:41:16 Planning for the future: Potential new nomination categories.👍 Like this video if you're excited about the Class of 2025! 🔔 Subscribe to NotInHallOfFame.com for more Hall of Fame discussions and future announcements! 💬 Comment below and let us know which inductee you're most excited about!#HallOfFame #USAHOF #SportsHistory #ClassOf2025 #TonyDungy #PatSummitt #PeteRose #ArthurAshe #JackJohnson #SportsPodcast #NotInHallOfFame