The National Football Foundation has released the 2027 College Football Hall of Fame ballot, a comprehensive list that includes 80 players and nine coaches from the Football Bowl Subdivision and 99 players and 39 coaches from the divisions below. The announcement sets the stage for a highly anticipated selection process that will culminate in early 2027.
A Hall of Fame with Deep Regional Roots
Among the nominees is Dino Hackett, a Greensboro native who earned First Team All‑American honors in 1985 while at Appalachian State. Hackett still holds nine school records and was later drafted by the Kansas City Chiefs before a brief stint with the Seattle Seahawks.
Also on the list is Clarence Stasavich, a coach whose impact on the sport stretches back to the 1950s. He guided Lenoir‑Rhyne to the 1960 NAIA National Championship and was named the 1959 NAIA National Coach of the Year. His later tenure at East Carolina produced a 27‑3 record over three seasons, marking one of the most successful stretches in the program’s history.
A Broader Landscape of Talent
The ballot reflects the depth of talent across the NCAA, spanning multiple divisions and encompassing a wide range of playing styles and eras. The diversity of candidates underscores the Hall of Fame’s mission to honor contributions that have shaped college football on a national scale.
Looking Ahead to 2027
Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely as the selection committee narrows the field in the months leading up to the ceremony. The eventual inductees will join a storied group of players and coaches whose legacies have left an indelible mark on the sport.