WKU Football has five representatives on the 2027 National Football Foundation College Football Hall of Fame ballot. Tim Ford and Erik Dandy are first-time nominees, while Buster Ashley and Paul Gray return for another chance, and the late Jimmy Feix remains on the ballot as a Divisional Coach. The total ballot includes 80 players and nine coaches from the NCAA Division I ranks, highlighting the talent within college football.

By the Numbers
  • Five WKU players are included in the 2027 Hall of Fame ballot.
  • Less than 0.02% of the 5.86 million players in college football history have been inducted into the Hall of Fame.
Yes, But

The ballot features a wide competition landscape, with 80 nominees from NCAA FBS and 138 from the divisional ranks combined, creating a challenging path for each candidate's induction.

State of Play
  • The announcement for the 2027 Hall of Fame class will occur in early 2027.
  • Induction events are set for the NFF Annual Awards Dinner and respective schools during the 2027 season.
What's Next

As the selection process unfolds, candidates will gather support from alumni and fans, potentially influencing their chances as the Hall of Fame announcement approaches.

Bottom Line

WKU's representation on the Hall of Fame ballot showcases the program's historical significance and ongoing contributions to college football, emphasizing the importance of community support in advancing these players' heritages.