Overview
- Brees was enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame earlier this month and says the honor still feels like a whirlwind he never expected.
- He described joining the New Orleans Saints during Hurricane Katrina as a defining moment that tied his NFL career to the city’s recovery and community resilience.
- Brees publicly said Eli Manning deserves Hall of Fame consideration, offering a prominent peer endorsement in a contested candidacy.
- He reported close bonds with fellow members of the Class of 2026 and called the group like brothers after months of preparation for Canton events.
- Brees highlighted his off‑field role as a Walk‑On’s co‑owner and a partner with DIRECTV FOR BUSINESS and the Saints plan to honor him in their Ring of Honor on Oct. 11.