The playoff showdown between the New Orleans Saints and Tampa Bay Buccaneers will feature a blockbuster matchup between two all-time greats in Drew Brees and Tom Brady. Ahead of their duel, Brady had some fun with the highly anticipated affair, posting a creative promotional picture with both of them looking like old men.

Brees saw the photo and absolutely loved it:

It probably wouldn't be surprising if this actually happens down the line. Jokes aside, Drew Brees and Tom Brady are still very good at their craft and perhaps could still play for a couple more years.

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What's surprising is how Brees and Brady haven't had a postseason encounter in their two decades in the NFL. This is why many are expecting Sunday's Divisional Round game to be a classic between the two Hall of Famers.

Brees, who turns 42 this Friday, might actually be in the midst of a swan song. Rumors have been swirling around that the 13-time Pro Bowler is considering retirement when the Saints' season ends. Brees certainly hopes that happens at Super Bowl LV with him hoisting up his second Super Bowl title.

New Orleans has a legitimate shot to go all the way this year. However, Brees' Saints' will need to go through the ultimate test in Tom Brady, who has gone to nine Super Bowls and won six.

Despite Tom Brady's experience and legendary track record, the season matchup has favored Drew Brees and the Saints. They defeated Tampa Bay in their two meetings during the regular season. None of those wins matter now, though, as they'll need to secure a third and the sweep to advance to the NFC Championship Game.