Drew Brees Named Semifinalist for Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2026

Former New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees has advanced to the semifinalist stage for the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2026. Brees is one of 26 modern-era candidates, including fellow first-year eligibles Larry Fitzgerald, Philip Rivers, Frank Gore, and Jason Witten. The selection committee will narrow the group to 15 finalists next month, with players needing 80% of votes for induction.