Drew Brees throws clutch touchdown against Chargers in Saints preseason
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 3:47 PM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
Drew Brees delivered a key 41-yard touchdown pass to Jared Cook during a game against the Los Angeles Chargers. The touchdown, occurring in the fourth quarter with the Saints trailing 20-13, came after Brees was initially sacked and then faced a challenging third down. This critical play helped tie the game, leading to an overtime victory for New Orleans on a field goal by Wil Lutz. The Saints will begin their regular season against the Detroit Lions in 41 days.
- •Brees' touchdown pass tied the game at 20-20.
- •The Saints won the game in overtime with a field goal.
- •Brees faced pressure before delivering the crucial pass.
- •The Saints open their season against the Lions in 41 days.
- 3:47 PMYahoo Sports — Clutch Drew Brees TD against his old team is the Saints Play of Day 41
"Drew Brees saved one of his most clutch TD passes for his final ride. This 41-yard strike against his old Chargers team is the Saints Play of the Day.
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