Gronk helps push Witten's Hall of Fame case; both players eligible for 2027 class

Summary by The Dallas Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Logan Reardon and Charles Nichelson, as published by NBC5 DFW · August 14, 2026 · 1 min read

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One of the greatest tight ends in Dallas Cowboys history, Jason Witten, and one of the greatest tight ends in NFL history are hoping to share a stage next summer, when the Hall of Fame Class of 2027 is inducted. 2027 is Rob Gronkowski’s first year eligible; it’s Witten’s third, and the ballot is...

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