Marcus Harris, a former two-time All-American from Wyoming, and longtime Cowboy head coach Joe Glenn have been named to the 2027 College Football Hall of Fame ballot. Harris, recognized for his record-breaking receiving yards and winning the prestigious Biletnikoff Award in 1996, finished with 4,518 total receiving yards, making him one of the NCAA’s greatest. Glenn, who led Wyoming from 2003 to 2008, is noted for leading impressive upsets, including a memorable Pioneer Las Vegas Bowl win over UCLA. The selection honors both individual and team achievements that have significantly shaped college football. The Hall of Fame's selection process aims to maintain excellence and integrity in recognizing the sport's best contributors.

By the Numbers
  • Marcus Harris holds the NCAA record for total receiving yards with 4,518.
  • Only 1,129 players, or less than 0.02% of all college football players, have been inducted into the NFF College Football Hall of Fame.
State of Play
  • The 2027 Hall of Fame class selection will be announced in early 2027.
  • NFF recognizes 954 National Scholar-Athletes since 1959, highlighting the academic excellence in football.
What's Next

The NFF will reveal the final Hall of Fame inductees in early 2027, with the induction ceremony set to take place at the 69th NFF Annual Awards Dinner. The honorees will also receive recognition at their respective schools during the 2027 season.

Bottom Line

Harris and Glenn's inclusion in the Hall of Fame ballot underscores their immense contributions to college football, reinforcing their legacies and ensuring their stories inspire future players and coaches.