The announcement of the College Football Hall of Fame Class of 2025 on Wednesday brought widespread celebration, especially for one of its most iconic inductees

The National Football Foundation has released the nominees for the College Football Hall of Fame class of 2025.

"We are thrilled to announce the 2025 College Football Hall of Fame Class," said Archie Manning, NFF Chairman and a 1989 College Football Hall of Famer from Ole Miss. "Each of these legends ranks among the absolute best to have ever played or coached the game,

Dennis Thurman and Darrin Smith were among the best Cowboys defenders of their eras, but both left their mark on the college gridiron first.

Quarterback Michael Vick and defensive lineman Michael Strahan were two players announced in the 18-player, four-coach class Wednesday.

Wednesday afternoon, the National Football Foundation and College Football Hall of Fame announced former West Virginia University running back Steve Slaton as a

Former Minnesota center Greg Eslinger and St. John’s receiver Blake Elliott were named to the 2025 College Football Hall of Fame class on Wednesday. They will be officially inducted along with 16 other players and four coaches, including Urban Meyer and Nick Saban, on Dec. 9.

Legendary Troy football coach Larry Blakeney has been elected to the College Football Hall of Fame for its 2025 class, it was announced Wednesday.

The College Football Hall of Fame class of 2025 has been announced. It features Raiders legends Michael Huff and John Henderson.