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Robert Kraft Named Semifinalist for 2026 Hall of Fame

11/7/2025

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Robert Kraft, owner of New England Patriots, advanced to Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2026 contributors semifinalist.
The field narrowed from 21 to nine semifinalists, including Kraft and former Oilers owner Bud Adams.
The blue-ribbon committee will select one finalist on November 11, and the full selection committee will then consider induction.
Kraft has led the Patriots to six Super Bowl victories since purchasing the team in 1994.

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Robert Kraft, owner of New England Patriots, advanced to Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2026 contributors semifinalist.
The field narrowed from 21 to nine semifinalists, including Kraft and former Oilers owner Bud Adams.
The blue-ribbon committee will select one finalist on November 11, and the full selection committee will then consider induction.
Kraft has led the Patriots to six Super Bowl victories since purchasing the team in 1994.