Jimmy Kimmel Ridicules Bill Belichick, Jordon Hudson Over Hall of Fame Snub

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Published: January 30, 2026 9:57 PM ET

Jimmy Kimmel Ridicules Bill Belichick, Jordon Hudson Over Hall of Fame Snub

Jimmy Kimmel recently took a humorous jab at NFL coach Bill Belichick, reflecting on his failure to gain Hall of Fame induction. During an episode of “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” on Wednesday, Kimmel referred to the six-time Super Bowl champion as “a bit of a cheater.” He also highlighted the significant age difference between Belichick and his girlfriend, Jordon Hudson.

Belichick’s Hall of Fame Snub

Kimmel commented, “Bill Belichick is a bit of a jerk and a bit of a cheater, but he absolutely should have been voted into the Hall of Fame.” This remark comes in light of Belichick missing the necessary 40 out of 50 votes for first-ballot Hall of Fame induction in 2026.

The snub has attracted widespread attention, particularly after Donald Trump tweeted in support of Belichick. Trump criticized the Hall’s decision, calling for an overturn of both Belichick’s exclusion and recent NFL rules regarding kickoffs.

Controversial Background

Belichick’s nomination was contentious, partly due to his past involvement in scandals such as Spygate and Deflategate. As a result, some voters expressed reservations about his eligibility for the honor.

Pro Football Hall of Fame’s Statement

The Pro Football Hall of Fame addressed the situation, pledging to review the selection process. They stated that if any committee members violated the bylaws, action would be taken. This may include removal from the selection committee.

The Hall emphasized the importance of integrity in its selection process.
They acknowledged the passionate reactions of fans and media surrounding the voting results.

Belichick and Hudson’s Relationship

Bill Belichick, 73, and Jordon Hudson, 24, first appeared publicly together in Nantucket in June 2024. Hudson, a former cheerleader at Bridgewater State University, has been a source of support for Belichick as he navigates life beyond coaching.

The couple was last seen together at the 2025 Fanatics Super Bowl Party in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Belichick’s Coaching Legacy

Belichick has had a storied career, winning six Super Bowls with the New England Patriots over 24 seasons, in addition to two with the New York Giants as an assistant. He currently stands second in NFL history with 333 career victories, trailing only Don Shula.