NFL legend Drew Brees asked Sean Payton, his former head coach, to serve as his presenter for his upcoming Pro Football Hall of Fame induction ceremony. Payton's emotional reaction to Brees' question was shown by the New Orleans Saints in a Thursday post on X. Brees thrived throughout their shared tenure, ending his career with the second-most passing yards, passing touchdowns and completions in NFL history. He earned 13 total Pro Bowl nods, two Offensive Player of the Year awards and a Comeback Player of the Year honor. While Brees retired in March 2021, Payton is now entering his fourth season as head coach of the Denver Broncos.