Drew Brees shares lingering effects of injury post-retirement
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 2:02 AM
Last updated Jun 20, 2026
Drew Brees, former New Orleans Saints quarterback, discussed the lasting impact of an injury sustained during his NFL career. In a recent interview on the 'Bussin’ With the Boys' podcast, Brees revealed that he now throws left-handed due to degenerative osteoarthritis following a major shoulder surgery. Although Brees recognized he still knows where to throw the ball, he expressed uncertainty about his ability to get it there. The surgery, undertaken in 2006, allowed him to extend his career by 15 years but left him with ongoing physical challenges.
- •Drew Brees played 20 seasons in the NFL.
- •He joined the Hall of Fame in 2026.
- •Brees threw for over 80,000 yards and 571 touchdowns.
- •His shoulder surgery helped extend his playing career.
- •He now throws left-handed due to injury-related issues.
- 2:02 AMYahoo Sports — Saints legend Drew Brees makes heartbreaking post-retirement admission
"Former New Orleans Saints QB Drew Brees recently admitted one injury has followed him around in his post-retirement life.
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