Saints Hall of Fame Inducts Armstead, Ingram
Terron Armstead and Mark Ingram were honored at a Kenner luncheon, with both players set to be recognized again at a future Saints home game.
Updated on Nov. 7, 2026 in Football
The New Orleans Saints Hall of Fame inducted Terron Armstead and Mark Ingram on Friday during a luncheon at Chateau Country Club in Kenner. Ingram was unable to attend because of his college football analyst obligations for Fox, so he submitted a video for the ceremony.
Why it matters
The induction recognizes two former players whose careers with the franchise earned them eligibility for the Hall of Fame as soon as they qualified. It also highlights the continuing ties between former Saints players and the team's home community in New Orleans.
Armstead ran a 4.71-second 40-yard dash at the 2013 NFL Scouting Combine and stands 6-5, while Ingram is listed at 5-foot-9. Both players' final NFL seasons were 2024 for Armstead with Miami and 2022 for Ingram.
The players
Terron Armstead
Armstead is a former Saints offensive tackle who was drafted in the third round and went on to play for Miami before retiring.
Mark Ingram
Ingram is a former Saints running back and Heisman Trophy winner who now works as a college football analyst for Fox.
Sal LaRock
LaRock is this year's recipient of the Joe Gemelli Fleur De Lis Award, recognized for contributions to the Saints organization.
The details
Ingram and Armstead became eligible for the Hall of Fame and were inducted as soon as they qualified. Sal LaRock was recognized as this year's recipient of the Joe Gemelli Fleur De Lis Award, and all three will be honored at halftime of the Saints game against the Browns at the Caesars Superdome.
Timeline
2013: Armstead runs a 4.71-second 40-yard dash at the NFL Scouting Combine.
2021: Armstead completes his final season with the Saints.
2022: Ingram completes his final NFL season.
2024: Armstead completes his final NFL season with the Miami Dolphins.
Friday, November 6, 2026: Saints Hall of Fame induction luncheon held in Kenner.
Season Trajectory
The induction places Armstead and Ingram alongside the franchise's established Hall of Fame members, extending the team's tradition of honoring former players who shaped its recent competitive history. It also keeps the focus on the Saints' longer-term identity as the franchise continues to build its roster.
Fans attending the Saints game against the Browns will see the honorees recognized at halftime at the Caesars Superdome. The timing gives local supporters a chance to see both former players honored in person during a home game.
The takeaway
Recognition like this shows how former players remain part of the Saints' community long after their playing careers end. Readers who follow the team can use the halftime honors as a reminder of the franchise's ties to its past.
What happens next
Armstead, Ingram, and Sal LaRock will be honored at halftime of the Saints game against the Browns.
Further reading
Explore more Football coverage to see how the Saints' current roster compares with the franchise's past stars.
Source note: This article includes information reported by NOLA.
