Because according to pro football historian Jack Silverstein (@ readjack.bsky.social on BlueSky), Manning is now basically a lock to one day enter the Hall of Fame based on his being a first-ballot semifinalist. Be it this year or somewhere down the line, Manning will soon get a bronze bust of his head.

Longtime New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning was one of 25 players named semifinalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame's class of 2025 on Wednesday.

In the modern pool, 2025 is the 5th year of eligibility for Justin Tuck, another two-time Giants champ who, unlike Eli, did receive All-Pro selections. Tuck also had fantastic Super Bowls, with two sacks and a forced fumble in XLII and two sacks in XLVI. Tuck has never been discussed.

Congratulations to Giants quarterback Eli Manning on making it to the semi-final round of the Pro Football Hall of Fame! Is Eli Manning a Hall of Famer? I think eventually he does. Do I believe that he is a first-ballot Hall of Famer?

Retired New York Giants legend Eli Manning took a step toward the Pro Football Hall of Fame after being named a first-year semifinalist.

Semifinalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame's class of 2025 include six first-year eligible candidates, headlined by Eli Manning.

First-time nominees Eli Manning, Adam Vinatieri and Luke Kuechly are among the 25 semifinalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2025 with former Rams wide receiver Torry Holt hoping a 12th time is the charm.