Who made NFL's Hall of Fame in 2026? Drew Brees among 5 players chosen
USA Today • • sports
Key Points:
- The Pro Football Hall of Fame will induct five players in its 2026 class: Drew Brees, Roger Craig, Larry Fitzgerald, Luke Kuechly, and Adam Vinatieri, with festivities beginning on August 6 with the Hall of Fame preseason game.
- Drew Brees, a quarterback for the Chargers and Saints (2001-2020), ranks second all-time in passing yards and touchdowns, led the Saints to their first Super Bowl victory, and earned 13 Pro Bowl selections.
- Roger Craig, a running back for the 49ers, Vikings, and Raiders (1983-1993), was a key player in the 49ers' 1980s dynasty and the first NFL running back to achieve 1,000 rushing and receiving yards in a single season.
- Larry Fitzgerald spent his entire 17-year career with the Cardinals, ranking second in all-time receiving yards and making 11 Pro Bowls, while Luke Kuechly, a linebacker for the Panthers (2012-2019), was a dominant defensive player with multiple awards and Pro Bowl selections.
- Adam Vinatieri, a kicker for the Patriots and Colts (1996-2019), will become the third pure kicker inducted into the Hall of Fame, known for his clutch kicking in four Super Bowl wins and holding the NFL record for most field goals made.
