Drew Brees joins Hall of Fame quarterbacks without NFL MVP award
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 7:27 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
Drew Brees has been enshrined in the Hall of Fame after a stellar career. Despite being a top performer, he never won the NFL MVP award. Brees excelled statistically, leading the league multiple times in passing yards and touchdowns, but faced stiff competition in MVP races against players like LaDainian Tomlinson and Peyton Manning, whose standout seasons hindered Brees' chances. His legacy remains significant as he is part of a rare group of Hall of Famers who also never secured the MVP title.
- •Brees was the NFL's all-time leader in touchdowns and passing yards at one point.
- •He led the league in passing yards seven times and touchdowns four times.
- •Brees finished second in MVP voting against Tomlinson, Manning, Rodgers, and Mahomes.
- •Eight other Hall of Fame quarterbacks also never won an MVP award.
- •Brees secured a Super Bowl title and multiple other accolades during his career.
- 7:27 PMYahoo Sports — Why Drew Brees is in rare club of Hall of Fame QBs to never win NFL MVP award
"Drew Brees cruised into the Hall of Fame despite a surprisingly light MVP history.
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