Drew Brees surprises Sean Payton as Hall of Fame presenter
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 8:32 PM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
Drew Brees, a 2026 Hall of Fame inductee, has chosen his former coach Sean Payton to present him at the induction ceremony on August 8. Payton was emotional during a surprise phone call from Brees, who expressed affection and anticipation for the event. Both have a storied history together that includes a Super Bowl victory with the New Orleans Saints.
- •Drew Brees is a first-ballot Hall of Famer in 2026.
- •Induction ceremony is scheduled for August 8.
- •Sean Payton will present Brees during the ceremony.
- •The two have a successful history together at New Orleans.
- •Brees was previously a standout quarterback in the NFL.
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"When the NFL’s 2026 Hall of Fame candidates were officially revealed, the most obvious first-ballot Hall of Famer on the list was Drew Brees. During his time in the NFL, Brees was one of the best quarterbacks, and his accomplishments are legendary.
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