Brees

Brees is most commonly a reference to Drew Brees, an American former professional football quarterback who played in the National Football League (NFL) for 20 seasons. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest passers in NFL history and was known for his accuracy, leadership, and work ethic.

Born January 15, 1979, in Texas, Brees played college football at Purdue University, where he established himself as a top quarterback and left with several program and NCAA records. He was selected in the second round of the 2001 NFL draft by the San Diego Chargers, where he spent the first five seasons of his professional career. In 2006 he joined the New Orleans Saints, a move that defined his career and significantly shaped the franchise's fortunes in the post-Katrina era.

With the Saints, Brees led the team to a Super Bowl victory in the 2009 season (Super Bowl XLIV) and was named the game's Most Valuable Player. He became the NFL’s all-time leader in several passing categories during his career and finished with a reputation for durability, consistency, and clutch performances in critical moments. At retirement, he had set multiple NFL passing records and remained a central figure in the Saints’ revival and in modern quarterback play.

Off the field, Brees is married to Brittany Brees, with whom he has four children. The couple established the Brees Dream Foundation, focusing on education and pediatric health initiatives in the New Orleans area and beyond. Since retiring after the 2020 season, Brees has pursued broadcasting opportunities and continued philanthropic work.