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If there is one storyline this offseason for the Miami Dolphins that has been important, it has been when star quarterback Tua Tagovailoa will get a contract extension as other players around the league continue to reset the market. Whether that happens sooner or later remains to be seen, but there is no doubt that […]

Former NFL quarterback Drew Brees is opening up about his desire to be a professional sports broadcaster again. Brees is asking for a second chance behind the microphone, working for a NFL game production. “SNF, MNF or Thursday Night Football. Come get me when you’re ready! Until then I’m coaching ball,” Brees said, per Awful […]

Officially, the New Orleans Saints are one of a handful of teams in the league that don’t have retired jersey numbers. Team representatives have explained several times to media members that the NFL frowns upon the practice of retiring jerseys. Eventually, the logic goes, franchises will run out of numbers. Young players will be limited […]

There is no doubt that when it comes to former New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees, he is one of the best to ever play the game of football at the position. Even after a long career of playing 20 seasons in the NFL, he did an interview stating that he could have went longer […]

The New Orleans Saints won a championship in 2010 with Sean Payton and Drew Brees leading the way. The Saints’ high-flying offense became one of the most exciting and prolific in recent NFL history. Now, Brees is being recognized by owner Gayle Benson’s franchise, according to the latest news provided by NFL reporter Ian Rapoport. […]

Drew Brees is one of the best QBs to ever play in the NFL. Brees was never viewed as the guy in the NFL because he played in the same eras as Peyton Manning and Tom Brady. However, it is hard to argue with his career record and passing stats. Brees recently shared his thoughts on […]

Caleb Williams, selected as the top pick by the Chicago Bears in the 2024 NFL Draft, marks the beginning of a promising chapter for the franchise. As a dynamic quarterback, Williams has revolutionized the position with his thrilling style of play and keen tactical insight. His remarkable potential has not only captured the hearts of […]

With Purdue basketball appearing in its first National Championship game since 1969, the fanbase has been understandably emotional. The Boilermakers finally got that monkey off their back, putting an end to their typical trend of getting ousted by the Sweet Sixteen. Before the game, Purdue alum and former quarterback Drew Brees expressed the immense respect he […]

The Philadelphia Eagles got a great career from Jason Kelce but now the superstar center is set to move on to the next phase of his life. Kelce broke out in tears as he announced his next chapter and said goodbye to the franchise that made him a household name. Meanwhile another Eagles legend on […]

There is no position in sports like the NFL quarterback. Quarterbacks get more control than anyone else on the field, and they often get all of the pressure with success and failure hinged on them. In the modern NFL, a good quarterback is the single most crucial factor in a team’s success, by a wide […]

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy is revealing the key trait that he always admired in the gunslingers who came before him. Purdy is especially appreciative of watching retired NFL quarterback Drew Brees, who won a Super Bowl with the New Orleans Saints. Purdy said he paid close attention to how Brees used his feet […]

For 20 years, Drew Brees served as a quarterback in the NFL, earning countless accolades. But if it weren’t for an unfortunate injury, Brees still believes he could be playing in the league. The legendary quarterback retired after the 2020 season. Now, he throws passes to his son in the backyard. But when he does, […]

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott responded to a poor performance against the San Francisco 49ers with two strong games against the Los Angeles Chargers and Los Angeles Rams, and offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer raved about him, even comparing him to Drew Brees. “Stud. Man, he really is a stud,” Brian Schottenheimer said, via Jon Machota […]

During his playing days, Drew Brees was one of the best quarterbacks in the NFL. The New Orleans Saints legend is a Super Bowl champion, a Super Bowl MVP, a five time All-Pro selection and a two-time NFL Offensive Player of the Year. Given Brees’ accolades, have you ever wondered how a former star athlete […]

Though it’s been years since either Anthony Davis or Chris Paul played for the New Orleans Pelicans, Saints quarterback Drew Brees still is bummed the two didn’t stay in New Orleans. During an interview on Bovada’s Scoop B Talks with host, Brandon “Scoop B” Robinson, Drew Brees spoke on being happy for Davis, but simultaneously […]

It goes without saying how much Drew Brees means to New Orleans after leading the Saints to an emotionally-charged Super Bowl title in 2010. But he also holds a special place in his heart for the city he has called home for almost the last two decades. That much is evidenced by all of the […]

New Orleans Saints tight end Jimmy Graham gets a 1-on-1 matchup. He skies above a defensive back, outmuscling the smaller player and snatching the ball from the air. Touchdown Saints, and now Graham is approaching the goal post for his signature celebration. Think Drew Brees is feeling some nostalgia? Jimmy Graham with the fake out […]

Denver Broncos coach Sean Payton is seeing some similarities between his current quarterback Russell Wilson and his former QB with the New Orleans Saints, Drew Brees. In particular, has noticed how Wilson and Brees share a similar desire to impress in practice and get recognition when they make outstanding plays. “He really, really wants to […]

It seemed like Jimmy Graham’s NFL career was over after he didn’t find a new home for the 2022 season, but Graham has managed to latch back on with his first NFL team in the New Orleans Saints for one last ride. When Graham told his former quarterback and Saints partner-in-crime Drew Brees about his […]

For the second time in his NFL career, Justin Hardee will be on a team with a future Hall of Fame quarterback. And the New York Jets special teams captain said that there are similarities between Drew Brees and Aaron Rodgers. “They go out there and they are true leaders and show you how it’s […]

The New Orleans Saints seem to have found themselves a diamond in the rough at quarterback with their fourth-round pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. The Saints selected Fresno State’s Jake Haener- and after hearing assistant general manager and college scouting director Jeff Ireland speak about the NFL Draft pick, it quickly became apparent why […]

With the first overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, the Carolina Panthers picked Alabama quarterback Bryce Young. Young is the Panthers’ second quarterback selected with the first overall choice in the NFL Draft in their history. Recall that Carolina selected Cam Newton first overall in the 2011 draft. Here we’ll look at the three […]

Even though he is no longer a member of the New Orleans Saints organization, Drew Brees is still doing what he can to help out his former team. The Saints formally introduced Derek Carr as their new starting quarterback on Saturday. The Saints and Carr came to terms on a reported four-year, $150 million contract […]

The Tom Brady return rumors have been swirling as of late. Brady took to Twitter on Feb. 1 to announce his retirement from the NFL. After weeks of rumors and speculation regarding his future in the league, the now-former Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback opted to hang it up. Brady has since been linked with multiple […]

Derek Carr is saying all of the right things as he joins the New Orleans Saints, and that continued with his praise of legendary Saints quarterback Drew Brees at his introductory press conference on Saturday. “I’m not coming here trying to be Drew Brees. That man is a Hall of Fame quarterback,” Carr said, according […]

When a team loses their best player of all time, there will naturally be a transition period. It could be a grueling one, but it is a fair sacrifice for a decade-plus of stability and success. The New Orleans Saints are doing their best to sneak right past the construction site and avoid a long […]

If anyone knows how it is to play for new Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton, it would be former quarterback Drew Brees. Payton and Brees became cornerstones of the New Orleans Saints when they both arrived in the Big Easy before the 2006 season. The run of success with the partnership, which ended with […]

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes has once again bolstered his resume for the 2022 NFL MVP award. In the past two seasons, Mahomes came up just short of recording at least 5,000 passing yards. Entering the Chiefs’ Week 17 home matchup against the Denver Broncos, the sixth-year passer was in need of a mere […]

Zach Wilson sought the advice of three legendary quarterbacks when he was benched by the New York Jets recently. He spoke with Hall-of-Famers Steve Young and Kurt Warner, as well as Drew Brees, who’s a shoo-in for induction when eligible. Wilson said the sage advice from the three Super Bowl champions was invaluable as he […]

Patrick Mahomes seemingly makes history every time he steps onto the field. This Sunday was no different, as the Kansas City Chiefs star joined an exclusive group of quarterbacks in the NFL record books. In Week 15 vs. the Texans, Mahomes joined the likes of Brett Favre, Peyton Manning, and Drew Brees as the only […]

Drew Brees is set for a stunning return to football. The legendary NFL quarterback is returning to Purdue University, where he played his college football, in order to serve as an assistant coach for the Boilermakers’ upcoming Citrus Bowl clash against LSU. According to Ross Dellenger, Brees will be an interim assistant coach for Purdue […]

Was Drew Brees really struck by lightning in a terrible accident? That’s certainly what it looked like to those viewing a viral video that recently surfaced on social media. However, Brees is reportedly ‘fine’ and was not struck by lightning in what has turned out to be a very poorly done marketing stunt, according to New Orleans […]

On Sunday, New Orleans Saints defensive back Marshon Lattimore was ejected for his role in the fight between the Saints and Buccaneers. Wednesday, former Saints legendary quarterback Drew Brees spoke out on the subject. He, like so many others, was a bit confused as to why Lattimore was ejected. “It felt like our defense absolutely […]

When Drew Brees suffered a dislocated injury in the last game of the 2005 season with the San Diego Chargers, there were questions about where his NFL career would go. The New Orleans Saints decided to take a chance on the former Purdue Boilermakers standout, and there was no looking back for either side. Brees […]

New Orleans Saints legendary former quarterback Drew Brees shared a strong take on Quinn Ewers’ injury in the Texas-Alabama game. Ewers was forced to leave the contest with an apparent injury early in the game. Brees took to social media to express his opinion on the situation, per The Athletic CFB on Twitter. “If it’s […]

Following a thrilling game over Penn State, the Purdue football squad is surely pumped up for the season ahead. Although the Boilermakers took the loss at home, they have plenty of reasons to smile thanks to Drew Brees. After shining for Purdue football in the 1990s and enjoying a long, successful career in the NFL, Brees […]

Drew Brees’ net worth in 2022 is $160 million. Brees is a former professional football player who suited up for the San Diego Chargers and New Orleans Saints. Brees is a Super Bowl MVP and a Super Bowl Champion of the Year. For this piece, let’s take a closer look at Drew Brees’ net worth […]

Justin Herbert has turned out to be the long-time answer under center for the Los Angeles Chargers. But despite getting it right by selecting Herbert sixth overall in the 2020 NFL Draft (just after the Miami Dolphins took Tua Tagovailoa fifth overall), the Chargers have yet to make the NFL Playoffs in the two years […]

With Mike Tirico joining Cris Collinsworth for a full season of Sunday Night Football and Drew Brees parting ways with NBC after just one year, the network needed a new duo for Notre Dame football games. The replacements for Tirico and Brees have been found, with Jac Collinsworth and Jason Garrett getting the call on […]