Roger Craig, a key part of the 49ers’ dynasty in the 1980s, and two of the pillars in the New England Patriots’ dynasty — Bill Belichick and Robert Kraft — are among the finalists for the 2026 Pro Football Hall of Fame class.

Craig, former Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Ken Anderson and former Pittsburgh Steelers defensive lineman L.C. Greenwood were the three seniors candidates advancing to the final stage in results announced Wednesday. Belichick was picked as the coaching candidate and Kraft was picked as the contributor.

Former 49ers coaches George Seifert, Mike Shanahan and Mike Holmgren were among the candidates that did not advance.

The members of the 50-person selection committee can vote for three of the finalists under rules put in place last year with candidates needing 80% o

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