Why did San Diego get rid of Drew Brees?
In the last game of the 2005 season Brees suffered a torn labrum against Denver. Brees was facing shoulder surgery with an expiring contract looming. He decided to leave San Diego after he turned down the Chargers incentive laded contract.
Who will replace Drew Brees when he retires?
Taysom Hill It looks like Hill is the front-runner to replace Brees in 2021. Hill and the Saints have come to terms on a four-year, $140 million contract that gave the Saints an additional $7.5 million in cap space.
Is Brees going to retire?
Pinpoint in his accuracy, quick in his release and sensational across 20 autumns of NFL play, Brees officially announced his retirement Sunday, beginning the countdown to his arrival in Canton.
What will Drew Brees do after retirement?
Drew Brees, who announced his retirement from football on Sunday after 20 NFL seasons, including 15 with the New Orleans Saints, will be joining NBC Sports, he announced on the “TODAY” show Monday. “I am going to be working for NBC,” Brees said. “I’m part of the team now! A good team.”
What NFL quarterback retired today?
Drew Brees retirement: Tom Brady, other NFL stars react to future Hall of Fame quarterback’s retirement. On the 15th anniversary of his signing with the Saints, Drew Brees announced his retirement from the NFL. The longtime Saints quarterback retires as the only player in league history to throw for over 80,000 yards.
Is Brees better than Brady?
From a statistical standpoint, this is the greatest matchup of all time. Brees ranks first in NFL history in passing yards (80,358) and second in passing TDs (571). Brady is first in passing TDs (581) and second in passing yards (79,204).
Who is highest-paid quarterback?
NFL’s highest-paid quarterbacks
| Rank | Salary | QB |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | $45 million | Patrick Mahomes |
| 2. | $40 million | Dak Prescott |
| 3. | $39 million | Deshaun Watson |
| 4. | $35 million | Russell Wilson |