10 Facts about Drew Brees

Thursday, December 8th 2016. | Sports

Facts about Drew Brees will tell the readers about the American football quarterback. He was born on 15th January 1979. His full name is Drew Christopher Brees. He plays in NFL for New Orleans Saints. Brees was educated at Purdue University where he had an amazing college football career. During the 2nd round of NFL draft 2001, San Diego Chargers selected Brees for the first pick.

Facts about Drew Brees 1: the records

Brees had remarkable records during his college period. He earned 19 Purdue University records, 13 Big Ten Conference records and two NCAA records.

Facts about Drew Brees 2: San Diego Chargers

In 2002, Brees began his work with San Diego Chargers. In 2004, he went into Pro Bowl.

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Facts about Drew Brees 3: New Orleans Saints

Brees was signed as a free agent for New Orleans Saints. His shoulder joint suffered a bad dislocation nine months before.

Facts about Drew Brees 4: the success

Even though he faced injures before, Brees was capable for earning success with his new team. He made the team gain eight tickets to Pro Bowl. Check facts about Dirk Nowitzki here.

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Facts about Drew Brees 5: the first Super Bowl

Brees also led the New Orleans Saints to their first Super Bowl. The team had to compete with Indianapolis Colts during the Super Bowl XLIV.

Facts about Drew Brees 6: the amazing records

Brees had amazing records since he joined New Orleans Saints in 2006. He had great record in the 300-yard games, passing yards, and touchdowns of all quarterbacks in NFL.

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Facts about Drew Brees 7: the record in 2004

In 2004, Brees earned the title as the Comeback Player of the Year in NFL. He earned a six-time record for the passing yards and four-time record for passing touchdowns. In 2008 and 2011, he was named the Offensive Player of the Year. He gained the title as the MVP of Super Bowl XLIV. He also received the title as Sportsman of the Year in 2010 by Sports Illustrated.

Facts about Drew Brees 8: parents

His mother is Mina Ruth who passed away in 2009. She was an attorney. His father works as a trial lawyer. He is Eugene Wilson Brees II. Get facts about Donald Bradman here.