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USA Today
2 days ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Former New Orleans Saints teammates Drew Brees and Jahri Evans could enter HOF together
You'd be hard-pressed to find a more challenging list of names to whittle down for the Pro Football Hall of Fame than the Class of 2026. With many first-time eligible players likely to be enshrined one their first ballots, and plenty of 2025 residual options left to make things interesting, voters will have a tough time choosing who makes the cut. And it doesn't help that the year-to-year classes are growing ever smaller, down to even four players in the Class of 2025, it makes enshrinement even more exclusive to the most notable players of their generation. The New Orleans Saints will have one first-time eligible player who is a no-doubt lock for first-ballot induction, and a returning two-time finalist who could end up heading with him to Canton, Ohio. Drew Brees is one of the most surefire inductions in a decent while, and he is essentially locked into an enshrinement for his first year in 2026. The question becomes whether or not his longtime teammate Jahri Evans can also make it in with him, meaning the Saints would get a rare double selection. First-timers like Larry Fitzgerald and Frank Gore are likely going to have a ton of support, and multiple others joining the race. Evans made it to the finalist stage in 2025 and again in the Class of 2024, among 19 other names in 2025. With four of them elected, it provides an opportunity for the now-Saints offensive line coach, but also a lot of competition. But Evans has his backers, too. He was a semifinalist in his first year of eligibility so he has been heavily considered for quite some time now. However, players like Torry Holt, Luke Kuechly, Steve Smith Sr., Reggie Wayne, Fred Taylor, and more provide competition from the 2025 class, as they will roll over now for another year. Seeing both Brees and Evans go to the Hall of Fame together would be an amazing day for Saints fans, as both are certainly deserving of the accolade, and with how long they played together, it would be special to share that moment.
USA Today
3 days ago
- Sport
- USA Today
WATCH: Drew Brees' Hall of Fame argument begins with 10-minute, 50-play highlight reel
It isn't always easy to decide who belongs in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Sometimes, the conclave of voters spend years arguing over whether or not a player's accomplishments stand the test of time and deserve a bronze bust in Canton. But that isn't the case for Drew Brees. One of the most decorated quarterbacks in NFL history should be as close to a slam-dunk as it gets when his name appears on the ballot for the Class of 2026. But just in case those voters needed a reminder, the New Orleans Saints shared a 10-minute, 50-play highlight reel presenting some of the best moments of Brees' career. From regular season grudge matches with NFC rivals to classic playoff games and record-breaking throws, No. 9 did it all. It's no accident that their choice for No. 1 put Brees ahead of his longtime rival Peyton Manning's mark for the most passing yards in NFL history; Manning, who Brees beat head-to-head in Super Bowl XLIV, was enshrined at the Pro Football Hall of Fame himself back in 2021. Brees will have to wait out the process like everyone else, with the Hall of Fame voters whittling down a list of hundreds of names to dozens and then hearing out each individual argument over the next six months. But the discussions centering on him should be the easiest voters debate this year, even with other great players like Larry Fitzgerald and Frank Gore in the mix. One player we'll be watching closely? Jahri Evans, Brees' old teammate and fellow Super Bowl champion, who has gotten one step closer to induction every year of his eligibility. It sure would be sweet if the two of them could go into the Hall of Fame together.
NBC Sports
3 days ago
- Sport
- NBC Sports
Carmelo Anthony chooses Allen Iverson, Dwyane Wade as Hall of Fame presenters
Before Carmelo Anthony steps into the NBC Studios this fall to be an analyst for the games on NBC and Peacock, he is going to step into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame as part of the Class of 2025. Allen Iverson and Dwyane Wade are going to walk in with him — they were announced as his presenters for the Hall of Fame. Filled with gratitude. My journey was different, but finding the balance through all the ups and downs made this moment possible. And if you stay true to who you are then the journey is always worth it. Thank you @Hoophall for recognizing 32 years. 🙏🏾#STAYME7O Each year, those about to be enshrined in the Hall of Fame are asked to pick previously inducted members to be their presenters. This year, for the ceremony on Sept. 6 in Springfield, Massachusetts, Anthony selected Iverson, one of his teammates from Denver, as well as one of his best friends in the league in Wade. NBA Top 75 All-Time Player, Class of 2025 Naismith Hall of Famer, 3-Time Olympic Gold Medalist, and now NBC Sports Analyst. Welcome to the team, Carmelo Anthony! Here are the presenters for the other members of the Class of 2026. Dwight Howard: Patrick Ewing, Robert Parish, Dennis Rodman, and Dominique Wilkins. Sue Bird: Geno Auriemma and Swin Cash. Maya Moore: Seimone Augustus, Geno Auriemma, Swin Cash, Tamika Catchings and Lindsay Whalen. Micky Arison (Heat owner): Alonzo Mourning, Pat Riley and Dwyane Wade. Billy Donovan: Maurice Cheeks and Rick Pitino. Danny Crawford (referee): Tim Hardaway and Isiah Thomas. Sylvia Fowles: Katie Smith and Lindsay Whalen. 2008 USA Men's National Team: Jim Boeheim, Chris Bosh, Jerry Colangelo, Jason Kidd, Mike Krzyzewski and Dwyane Wade.
USA Today
4 days ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Notre Dame has two top-100 commits in latest Rivals men's basketball recruiting rankings
Notre Dame is the only school with two top-100 men's basketball commits in today's @Rivals 150 update.94. Jonathan Sanderson98. Gan-Erdene SolongoThe Irish currently have the nation's 11th-ranked 2026 recruiting class. The future is looking bright for Notre Dame's men's basketball program. Rivals released its newest top-150 rankings list for the Class of 2026, and the Fighting Irish are the only school with two top-100 commits. Point guard Jonathan Sanderson and center Gan-Erdene Solongo check in at Nos. 94 and 98, respectively. Sanderson is Rivals' No. 13 point guard in the nation, while Solongo is ranked 12th among centers. Solongo didn't even begin playing basketball until 2022 after moving to the United States from Mongolia. Both Sanderson and Solongo played at Ensworth (Nashville, TN) last season but will play their senior year for La Lumiere School (La Porte, IN). The pair moved to South Bend this past spring because Notre Dame hired Jon Sanderson, Jonathan Sanderson's dad and Solongo's legal guardian, as director of basketball strength and conditioning. Per Rivals, ND currently has the nation's 11th-ranked 2026 recruiting class. Contact/Follow us @IrishWireND on X (formerly Twitter) and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Notre Dame news, notes and opinions. Follow Dave on X: Miller_Dave
India.com
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Which Is The Worlds Most Watched Instagram Reel? It Has Over 1.9 Billion Views & Features Deepika Padukone!
New Delhi: Whatever Bollywood top star Deepika Padukone touches, turns literally! After sweeping audiences with her powerful roles and movies, she has now featured in the most-watched Instagram reel in the world with a mind-blowing 1.9 billion views. World's Most Watched Instagram Reel The stunner of an actress as a massive 80 million followers on Instagram. She shared a reel with Hilton as their global brand ambassador, starring in their latest 'It Matters Where You Stay' campaign. As of 4 August, the reel had crossed 1.9 billion views, making it the most-viewed reel on the platform, reports Hindustan Times report. Many people dropped their reactions in the comment section of the post. One of them commented, Most watched Instagram reel in the world!? Queen for reason! Love from Sri Lanka. Another person wrote: 1.9B Views is no joke.. Queen for a reason. One user said: 1.9 billion what !!?!?!?!?? First time i've seen billion views. Another user wrote: Hardik Pandya record break Looks like this 1.9 billion views, this new reel has broken Hardik Pandya x BGMI (1.6 B Views) record, Flex Your New Phone (1.4 B Views), and even Cristiano Ronaldo's with 503 million+ views records respectively. Deepika Padukone's Recent International Honours Deepika Padukone was honoured with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2026 recently. Besides, The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce recently revealed that Deepika Padukone is included in the Class of 2026, with notable figures such as Emily Blunt, Timothée Chalamet, Rami Malek, Rachel McAdams, Stanley Tucci, and Demi Moore, among others.
