The National Football Foundation (NFF) has unveiled the ballot for the 2027 College Football Hall of Fame, featuring an impressive roster of 80 players and nine coaches. Among the standout players nominated are Cam Newton, who gained fame as the quarterback for Auburn, and Robert Griffin III, known for his time at Baylor. Other notable players include Cris Carter from Ohio State, Tony Gonzalez and Marshawn Lynch from California, Manti Te'o from Notre Dame, and Ryan Leaf from Washington State. Additionally, the ballot includes Mike Leach, who coached at Texas Tech, Washington State, and Mississippi State, marking his first time on the ballot. This is made possible by a recent change in NFF guidelines that lowered the minimum win percentage required for coaches from .600 to .595, allowing more candidates to be considered. The announcement is expected to be followed by further updates and analysis regarding the nominees and their potential induction into the Hall of Fame.