The 2026 College Football Hall of Fame ballot has been released, featuring a pair of former Notre Dame legends who are now among the candidates for induction.
Manti Te’o, who starred as a linebacker for the Fighting Irish, earned a suite of accolades in a single season, capturing the Maxwell, Walter Camp, Chuck Bednarik, Butkus, Lombardi and Nagurski trophies, a feat that underscored his dominance on defense.
That same year he finished as the runner‑up for the Heisman Trophy, a testament to his impact that resonated beyond the defensive line.
Hall of Fame Process
Voting for the Hall of Fame class will close on July 1, a deadline that adds urgency to the selection process and brings the spotlight back onto the contributions of these alumni.
Both Te’o and Bradley are expected to draw significant support from fans and voters who remember their pivotal roles in Notre Dame’s storied football history.