Drew Brees is a former American football quarterback who played in the National Football League (NFL) for 20 seasons. He was born on January 15, 1979, in Austin, Texas, and grew up in Dallas. Brees played college football at Purdue University, where he set several records and was named the Big Ten Conference's Offensive Player of the Year twice.
Brees was selected by the San Diego Chargers in the second round of the 2001 NFL Draft. He spent five seasons with the Chargers, where he established himself as a reliable and productive quarterback. In 2004, he led the NFL in passing yards and touchdowns, earning his first Pro Bowl selection.
In 2006, Brees signed with the New Orleans Saints, where he would spend the next 15 seasons of his career. He quickly became the face of the franchise and led the team to its first Super Bowl victory in 2010. Brees was named the game's Most Valuable Player after completing 32 of 39 passes for 288 yards and two touchdowns.
Throughout his career, Brees was known for his accuracy and efficiency as a passer. He set numerous NFL records, including the most career passing yards and completions. He was also a 13-time Pro Bowl selection and was named the NFL's Offensive Player of the Year twice.
Off the field, Brees was known for his philanthropy and community involvement. He founded the Brees Dream Foundation, which supports cancer patients and research, and has been involved in numerous other charitable endeavors.
Brees announced his retirement from the NFL in March 2021, ending a remarkable career that saw him become one of the greatest quarterbacks in league history. He finished his career with 80,358 passing yards, 571 touchdown passes, and a completion percentage of 67.7%. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2022.
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