Patrick Mahomes, JJ Watt, Ryan Clark among those stunned by Bill Belichick's reported Hall of Fame snub: 'I can't be reading this right'

January 28, 2026

Bill Belichick, the highly acclaimed former head coach of the New England Patriots, was notably snubbed from the Pro Football Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility, failing to secure the required 40 votes out of 50. This decision has sparked widespread disbelief among fans and players, with many attributing the outcome to past controversies including the Spygate and Deflategate scandals.

Patrick Mahomes, JJ Watt, Ryan Clark among those stunned by Bill Belichick's reported Hall of Fame snub: 'I can't be reading this right'

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Bill Belichick won six Super Bowls as a head coach and two as an assistant.
He received fewer than 40 votes needed for Hall of Fame induction in 2026.
Factors influencing the snub included his involvement in Spygate and Deflategate scandals.
Former NFL executive Bill Polian reportedly lobbied against Belichick's induction.
The decision has led to significant backlash from notable players like Patrick Mahomes and J. J. Watt.

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Patrick Mahomes, JJ Watt, Ryan Clark among those stunned by Bill Belichick's reported Hall of Fame snub: 'I can't be reading this right'

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