Pro Football Hall of Fame issues warning to voters amid Bill Belichick snub outrage

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The Pro Football Hall of Fame issued a warning to its selection committee Wednesday after the uproar about Bill Belichick being left out of the class of 2026 as a first-ballot inductee.

The eight-time Super Bowl champion coach’s snub, which ESPN first reported, also sparked speculation over which media members decided not to vote for him on the first ballot. 

The finger was pointed at former NFL executive Bill Polian, but he confirmed that he actually voted for Belichick.

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New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick during the second quarter against the Indianapolis Colts at Gillette Stadium Oct. 4, 2018. (Winslow Townson/USA Today Sports)

The issue sparked a statement from the Hall of Fame.

"The Pro Football Hall of Fame understands and respects the passionate reaction of many fans, media members and enshrinees of the Hall itself in light of published reports regarding the voting results for the Class of 2026," the Hall said. "It’s that very passion that propels the game.

"The Hall also respects the members of the Selection Committee when they follow the selection process bylaws. It is an honor to serve as a selector. Each year, the Hall reviews the selection process and the composition of the 50-person Selection Committee. If it is determined that any member(s) violated the selection process bylaws, they understand action will be taken.

Former New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick addressed the media at Gillette Stadium about his departure. (John Tlumacki/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)

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