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College Football Hall of Fame Chooses Petersen, Kreutz
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- Chris Petersen is announced as a member of the 2026 College Football Hall of Fame, highlighting his sustained impact on Boise State and beyond.
- Petersen joins a 2026 class that includes four coaches and 18 players, underscoring broad recognition across roles and eras.
- The Hall of Fame ceremony is set for December 8, 2026 in Las Vegas, during the NFF Annual Awards Dinner.
- Petersen’s Boise State tenure featured undefeated seasons in 2006 and 2009, helping the program reach national prominence.
- The coaching path of Petersen spans UC Davis, Pittsburgh, Portland State, Oregon, Boise State, and Washington, shaping a national footprint.
- Petersen remains active in football media as a FOX Sports college football analyst, extending his influence beyond coaching.
- Boise State marks a milestone with Petersen as the program’s first inductee into the College Football Hall of Fame.
- Petersen’s Boise State era boasted a 147-38 record, 12 All-Americans, and notable players such as Ryan Clady, illustrating high-level program production.
- The 2026 Hall class features marquee players such as Ndamukong Suh and Eric Weddle, highlighting depth and reach of the ceremony.
- The new reference confirms Petersen’s Hall of Fame status and provides broader context of his UW tenure and overall coaching legacy.
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