The National Football Foundation (NFF) & College Hall of Fame has announced the 2025 College Football Hall of Fame Class, featuring an impressive lineup of 18 former players and four coaches. This star-studded group will be officially inducted on December 9, 2025, at the 67th NFF Annual Awards Dinner at the Bellagio Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas.
Notable Inductees
Coaches
Two of the most successful coaches in recent college football history headline the class:
- Nick Saban: The legendary Alabama coach boasts an unprecedented seven national titles, with six coming from his tenure with the Crimson Tide. Saban’s induction comes just a year after his retirement from coaching.
- Urban Meyer: A three-time national champion, Meyer secured two titles with Florida and one with Ohio State before retiring from college coaching in 2018.
Players
The player inductees represent a diverse group of positions and eras. Notables and full list below:
- Michael Vick: The electrifying Virginia Tech quarterback was a first-team All-American who later became a four-time Pro Bowler in the NFL.
- Michael Strahan: A defensive end from Texas Southern, Strahan went on to have a celebrated NFL career with the New York Giants before transitioning to broadcasting.
- Montee Ball: The Wisconsin running back was a key player from 2009 to 2012.
- Alex Mack: An offensive lineman from the University of California who played from 2005 to 2008.
- Darrin Smith: A linebacker from the University of Miami who played from 1989 to 1992.
Selection Process and Significance
The selection process for this year’s class involved a ballot featuring 77 players and nine coaches from the Football Bowl Subdivision, along with 101 players and 34 coaches from other divisions. This rigorous selection underscores the prestige of the honor, with less than 0.02% of all college football players ever inducted into the Hall of Fame.
The inductees will be celebrated at their respective colleges throughout the fall season with NFF Hall of Fame On-Campus Salutes. Their achievements will be permanently enshrined at the Chick-fil-A College Football Hall of Fame in Atlanta, cementing their legacies in the sport’s history.
This class represents a blend of recent stars and those who left their mark decades ago, showcasing the enduring impact these individuals have had on college football. From record-breaking performances to championship victories, the 2025 class embodies the excellence and dedication that define the sport at its highest level.