Drew Brees is still processing his Pro Football Hall of Fame induction, calling the entire experience surreal.
In a recent interview, the former New Orleans Saints quarterback admitted he never dreamed of reaching such heights.
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"I don't think Hall of Fame is anywhere on your radar," Brees said.
He compared the honor to being told you're going to Saturn or Mars, something you can't even fathom.
Brees, a 13-time Pro Bowler and Super Bowl champion, said the Hall felt light years away even after retirement.
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Everything changed when he received the famous "knock" from fellow Hall of Famer Dan Fouts in January.
"It's like a race to August," he explained, comparing the enshrinement process to planning a wedding.
His wife took charge of all the details, ensuring everyone in his inner circle could celebrate together.
Brees described the experience as "quite the whirlwind."
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He also bonded with his fellow Class of 2026 inductees: Luke Kuechly, Larry Fitzgerald, Roger Craig, and Adam Vinatieri.
"We've all become super tight here over the last eight months," he said. "You become brothers with your class."
Now, Brees is part of an exclusive group of fewer than 400 Hall of Famers.
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He also discussed his partnership with DirecTV for Business, which supports his sports bar chain, Walk-On's.
