Brees will join Roger Craig, Larry Fitzgerald, Luke Kuechly and Adam Vinatieri in the Hall of Fame class of 2026. Drew Brees becomes first first-ballot Hall of Fame quarterback since a legendary QB he surpassed in the NFL record books at different points. (Chuck Cook, Imagn Images) 2 / 5 Drew Brees, Larry Fitzgerald head the 2026 Pro Football Hall of Fame Larry Fitzgerald spent his entire 17-year career with the Arizona Cardinals. Payton returned the following season, remaining with New Orleans through the remainder of Brees' career. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Drew Brees asks Sean Payton to present him to HOF in emotional video