Drew Brees receives Hall of Fame gold jacket in Canton ceremony
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 3:24 AM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
Drew Brees was officially inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame on August 8, 2026, in Canton, Ohio. His former coach Sean Payton will induct him, while NFL great Joe Montana placed the gold jacket on Brees before the ceremony. The event celebrated Brees’ significant impact on the New Orleans Saints, including leading them to their first Super Bowl victory in the 2009 season. Many former teammates and fans paid tribute, sharing their admiration and memories of Brees' contributions to the team and community, particularly following the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. Brees’ enshrinement marks an important milestone for both the player and the franchise.
- •Drew Brees inducted into Hall of Fame on August 8, 2026.
- •Sean Payton inducted Brees; Joe Montana presented gold jacket.
- •Brees led Saints to their first Super Bowl victory in 2009.
- •Tributes from former teammates and fans celebrated his legacy.
- •Event recognized Brees' pivotal role post-Hurricane Katrina.
- 3:24 AMYahoo Sports — Saints fans are in their feelings watching Drew Brees receive Hall of Fame gold jacket
"The Saints are witnessing Drew Brees become the newest member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame, with fans in awe of his gold jacket.
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