The insistence that Manning must be enshrined alongside the likes of Joe Montana, John Elway, Dan Marino and his brother, Peyton, is what invites the holes that get poked in Manning’s resume, leading with his 117-117 (.500) career regular season record.

Only four players made the Class of 2025, fewer than most expected given the relative strength of the group. Jared Allen, Eric Allen, Sterling Sharpe, and Antonio Gates will don gold jackets ahead of the Hall of Fame Game for their respective auditions in the summer.

A look back at the football career of the New York Giants' iconic quarterback as he awaits the Pro Football Hall of Fame vote as a finalist.