What happened: New Orleans marked its former quarterback's Pro Football Hall of Fame enshrinement in Canton on Saturday. The ceremony formalized his place in the Class of 2026.
Why it matters: The induction honors the quarterback who led New Orleans to its first Super Bowl championship. He retired with two career passing totals that rank second in NFL history.
By the numbers: He finished with 80,358 passing yards and 571 touchdown passes. His career also included 13 Pro Bowl selections and five 5,000-yard seasons.
What to watch: New Orleans now enters the 2026 preseason with its championship-era quarterback enshrined in Canton.