Mark Ingram, Jahri Evans, and Wayne Martin are among the 13 former New Orleans Saints players nominated for induction into the College Football Hall of Fame for the 2025 class.

By the Numbers
  • 13 out of 77 players on the ballot have donned the Black and Gold of the Saints.
  • Jahri Evans, a six-time Pro Bowler, was a two-time All-American at Bloomsburg before his successful NFL career.
  • Mark Ingram, the 2009 Heisman Trophy winner, is the Saints' all-time leader in career rushing yards.
  • Wayne Martin, a Consensus First-Team All-American in 1988, spent his entire NFL career with the Saints and ranks third in franchise history with 82.5 sacks.
State of Play
  • The official College Football Hall of Fame induction will be held on December 9, 2025, at the 67th NFF Awards.
  • The class was announced by the National Football Foundation and College Hall of Fame, with Saints legend Archie Manning serving as the NFF chairman.
Bottom Line

The nomination of Mark Ingram, Jahri Evans, and Wayne Martin for the College Football Hall of Fame highlights their exceptional contributions to both college football and the New Orleans Saints, showcasing their lasting impact on the sport and the team's history.