Drew Brees is often seen as a tenured quarterback in the NFL. The New Orleans Saints‘ quarterback has been around for 20 years and has enjoyed a rather successful stint. Brees has brought much success to the New Orleans Saints franchise, even winning a Super Bowl with them in 2010.

Brees was suffering from several injuries this season, including a set of broken ribs that he endured early on in the season. New Orleans Saints’ Head Coach Sean Payton spoke to the press, praising Brees’ durability and strength. “He’s as courageous and as tough a player as I’ve ever been around.”

Payton added that the rumors and speculations surrounding Brees’ future in the game don’t concern him; for the team has a contingency plan in store for when Drew Brees calls time on his career.

“We knew there was a chance at some point in time where we’ll be dealing with a transition. We’re going to try to be as prepared as we can when that time comes.”

Drew Brees on the verge of retirement?

Drew Brees had a shortened season with the New Orleans Saints this year. Prior to the start of the season, Breen was contemplating retirement. But he chose to postpone that decision and returned to the team.

However, a rib injury kept him sidelined for much of the regular season. Back-up quarterback Taysom Hill filled in for him during that time.

Taysom Hill proved that he can take over the starting role for the Saints. Having Hill ready to go while Brees was out was a huge boost for them.

Perhaps the rise of Taysom Hill will give Brees the confidence to ride off into the sunset from the Saints, knowing the quarterback position has a worthy successor.

Brees announced that he will take his time during the off-season before making a decision regarding his career. Many analysts expected him to announce his retirement after the Saints lost to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

However, he chose to hold off on that announcement for the time being. Will Drew Brees retire before the start of the new season?

He has a lot to think about before he makes his decision. He even has an analyst job lined up for after his playing career and could choose to pursue that as early as next season.

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