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Drew Brees Links Katrina Recovery, Class Bonds and Eli Manning Endorsement After Hall Enshrinement

His comments frame the Hall honor as part of New Orleans’ comeback and add a high‑profile voice to ongoing Hall of Fame debates.

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.