Drew Brees may be one of the least-appreciated quarterbacks in NFL history; yet his contributions go unacknowleged by many fans and legends alike. Though Brees won a Super Bowl and MVP title during his two decades as an NFL quarterback, his acclaim seems subdued compared to others of his caliber. Fans were constantly delighted by Brees’ precision passing skills and undivided effort levels in games throughout their professional football careers – yet discussions surrounding greats often exclude his contributions when discussing top performers such as himself or even Jordan or Jal.
Talented footballers like Brees will never become forgotten thanks to the internet’s wide reach and reach. Recently, an impressive compilation of Brees’ throws went viral online and reignited admiration of him among former Saints quarterback Luke McCown — Brees’ former backup — who now shares remarkable footage demonstrating his abilities on the field with fans worldwide. One voice amongst this chorus of appreciation comes directly from McCown as Luke is often quoted praising Brees from insider perspectives such as himself!
McCown, who observed Brees’ prowess firsthand during their three seasons together (2013-2015), offered a unique insight. Responding to the viral video, he remarked, “Y’all didn’t even see 90 percent of them in practice… No one ever like it.. ever.” This sentiment highlights the depth of Brees’ talent, much of which remained unseen by the public eye.
McCown may not have led his Saints team to any significant victories during those years he mentions; neither the Lombardi Trophy or a conference championship was achieved during that span; yet they provided plenty of moments that showed Brees off at his finest. McCown left following an injury-marred 2015 season; after being released and signed Chase Daniel as his replacement; thus ending an era.
Drew Brees’ newfound appreciation is a reminder of his incredible contributions to football, captivating fans with talent that was even greater behind closed doors according to one former teammate.