Each Class of 2026 enshrinee set to receive Pro Football Hall of Fame Ring of Excellence

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Drew Brees, Roger Craig, Larry Fitzgerald, Luke Kuechly & Adam Vinatieri to be honored in October in NFL stadiums

The Pro Football Hall of Fame and KAY Jewelers, the Official Provider of the Pro Football Hall of Fame Ring of Excellence, will honor the Class of 2026 with ceremonies scheduled in the home stadiums of the former players’ teams. Each presentation is scheduled during a Sunday game in October.

ROGER CRAIG, who waited the longest among the new class members to be enshrined – 33 years since his last game – will wait the shortest length of time between receiving his Gold Jacket and his ring. The San Francisco 49ers, with whom Craig spent eight of his 11 NFL seasons, will honor him Oct. 4 at Levi’s Stadium when they host the Denver Broncos.

Other ceremonies on the schedule (subject to change) are:

  • Sunday, Oct. 11 – Minnesota Vikings at New Orleans Saints: DREW BREES
  • Sunday, Oct. 18 – Tennessee Titans at Indianapolis Colts: ADAM VINATIERI
  • Sunday, Oct. 25 – Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Carolina Panthers: LUKE KUECHLY
  • Sunday, Oct. 25 – Denver Broncos at Arizona Cardinals: LARRY FITZGERALD

The Hall of Fame Ring of Excellence is one of three iconic symbols, along with the Hall of Fame Gold Jacket created by Haggar and the Bronze Bust, that represent the elite status of being a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame. All three representations of membership in sports’ most exclusive club will be displayed during special presentations for fans to pay tribute to these Hall of Famers.

About the Hall of Fame Ring of Excellence

The spectacular Hall of Fame Ring of Excellence is set in 14K gold with a total diamond weight of 1.75 carats. It is much more than a beautiful piece of jewelry, however. Intricate details on the ring reflect the special significance of enshrinement.

  • The outer diamonds create a “stadium” effect surrounding the football-shaped diamond center.
  • The vibrant blue gemstone was selected both for appearance and meaning, as blue is often associated with confidence, power and integrity – all traits of these legendary football icons.
  • Each Hall of Fame Ring of Excellence is customized to reflect the enshrinee’s unique career. A likeness of his Bronze Bust, along with his position and years in the NFL, appear on one side, while his last name, the Pro Football Hall of Fame logo and year of enshrinement are included on the other.
  • Additionally, the inside of each ring features a special arbormark (or engraving) representing the enshrinee’s number among the 387 members of the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

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