Kraft and Adams Reach Semifinals for Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2026

Robert Kraft and Bud Adams have advanced to the semifinals for the Pro Football Hall of Fames Class of 2026, highlighting their significant contributions to professional football.

• Robert Kraft, owner of the New England Patriots and a six-time Super Bowl champion, is among nine contributors who reached the semifinals for the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
• Bud Adams, founder of the Houston Oilers and instrumental in the formation of the AFL, also advanced to the semifinals, showcasing his impact on football history.
• A blue-ribbon committee narrowed the initial list of 21 nominees to nine, with the final selection for the Pro Football Hall of Fame expected next Tuesday.