PINE BLUFF, AR. — University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff alumnus and five-time NFL Pro Bowl offensive tackle Terron Armstead added another distinguished honor to his career with his induction into the New Orleans Saints Hall of Fame as a member of the Class of 2026.
Armstead joined former Saints running back Mark Ingram II in this year's induction class. Both were recognized Sunday, November 8, at the Caesars Superdome during the Saints' game against the Cleveland Browns.
From protecting quarterbacks at UAPB to becoming one of the NFL's premier offensive tackles, Armstead's journey represents a remarkable achievement for the Golden Lions and the Southwestern Athletic Conference.
Selected by New Orleans in the third round with the 75th overall pick of the 2013 NFL Draft, Armstead spent nine seasons with the Saints from 2013–2021. He started 93 of his 97 regular-season appearances and all nine postseason games he played for the franchise. His outstanding play earned three consecutive Pro Bowl selections from 2018–2020 and Associated Press Second-Team All-Pro recognition in 2018, when New Orleans advanced to the NFC Championship Game.
Armstead continued his success with the Miami Dolphins from 2022–2024, earning two additional Pro Bowl selections. He retired in 2025 following a 12-season NFL career that included 135 regular-season appearances, 131 starts and 11 postseason starts. A respected leader, he served as a team captain seven times across his tenures in New Orleans and Miami.
Before establishing himself professionally, Armstead built his foundation at UAPB. A three-time All-SWAC offensive lineman, he helped lead the Golden Lions to the 2012 SWAC football championship and HBCU national championship. His athletic excellence extended to track and field, where he captured eight individual SWAC titles across indoor and outdoor competition.
Armstead captured national attention during the NFL pre-draft process at the 2013 NFL Scouting Combine, blazing a 4.71-second 40-yard dash the fastest time ever recorded by an offensive lineman at the event. The performance showcased his exceptional combination of size and speed, elevating the Golden Lion standout's profile ahead of his selection by New Orleans.
Armstead's connection to his alma mater continues today. In March 2026, UAPB named him its first-ever Golden Lions Athletics Ambassador, a role focused on engaging student-athletes, connecting with alumni and supporting initiatives that advance the athletics department.
