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Tagged: Drew Brees (116 Results)

Dec
17

Brees designated to return from injured reserve

New Orleans quarterback DREW BREES has been designated to return from injured reserve, meaning he is closer to returning to action while recovering from fractured ribs and a punctured lung. BreesMore has been on injured reserve since November 20th, missing four games along the way. Head coach Sean Payton said on Wednesday that Brees still has “a ways to go”, while acknowledging that the team would not rush him back. Less

Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune

Dec
11

Brees nearing possible Week #15 return

New Orleans quarterback DREW BREES is currently eligible to come off injured reserve and nearing a return to action. Brees is reportedly progressing well in his rehab from fractured ribs andMore a punctured lung. While he is not expected to practice much this week, he could see increased participation with Week #15 a realistic target for his return. The Saints play against the Philadelphia Eagles this week before facing Kansas City the following week. Less

Source: NFL.com

Dec
9

No timetable for Brees return

New Orleans Saints quarterback DREW BREES has now missed three games with fractured ribs and a collapsed lung, meaning he has met the minimum threshold to return from injured reserve. BreesMore admitted that he is “antsy” to return but he could not commit to a timetable. Head coach Sean Payton reiterated on Monday that Brees is working hard - before adding a “we’ll see” when asked when his quarterback might return. Less

Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune

Dec
7

Saints QB Hill throws first NFL touchdown pass

New Orleans Saints quarterback TAYSOM HILL threw his first NFL touchdown pass in Sunday’s win over the Atlanta Falcons. Hill, who is accustomed to scoring rushing touchdowns, had 2 touchdown passes in the game as he continues to fill in nicely for an injured DREW BREES.

Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune

Nov
23

New Orleans QB Hill leads Saints in first career start

With quarterback DREW BREES out for the foreseeable future, the New Orleans Saints turned to swiss army knife backup TAYSOM HILL for his first career start at quarterback on Sunday. HillMore was outstanding, completing almost 80% of his passes while leading the team in rushing and scoring 2 rushing touchdowns. Hill was a sneaky play in leagues that allowed him to participate in the flex position as a tight end. Less

Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune

Nov
19

Brees gets second opinion, same as the first

New Orleans quarterback DREW BREES got a second opinion on his chest injuries and the diagnosis for the Saints star signal-caller did not change. Brees is dealing with multiple fractured ribsMore on both sides as well as a collapsed lung. Brees is expected to miss at least two weeks while recovering from his injuries. Less

Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune

Nov
17

Brees dealing with fractured ribs, collapsed lung

New Orleans quarterback DREW BREES reportedly suffered at least five fractured ribs and a collapsed lung during Sunday’s game against the San Francisco 49ers. Brees broke at least two ribs onMore his right side and doctors believe that those broken ribs punctured the lung on his right side. The optimistic forecast for Brees to return to play is 2 to 3 weeks, meaning that fantasy owners will have to make alternate short-term plans. Less

Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune

Nov
16

Kamara leads Saints with 3 touchdowns, Winston replaces injured Brees

New Orleans quarterback DREW BREES missed the second half of Sunday’s game against the San Francisco 49ers with a rib injury. Brees was replaced by backup quarterback JAMEIS WINSTON, who willMore likely take over at quarterback should Bress miss time due to the injury. Meanwhile, ALVIN KAMARA led the way for the Saints with 2 rushing touchdowns and a third score on a touchdown catch. Less

Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune

Nov
9

Brees tops Brady on Sunday Night Football

DREW BREES and TOM BRADY continued a seesaw battle for most career touchdown passes in NFL history during their matchup on Sunday Night Football. Brees threw 4 touchdowns against Brady andMore the Bucs to take a career lead of 564 to 561. Surprisingly, Brady was unable to add to his touchdown total as the Saints defense dominated the game with 3 interceptions along the way. Less

Source: Team Website

Nov
6

Kamara returns to practice, Brees still limited

A day after giving fantasy owners a scare by missing practice, New Orleans Saints running back ALVIN KAMARA returned to Thursday’s practice as a full participant. Kamara is reportedly dealing withMore a minor foot injury that he has downplayed. Meanwhile, quarterback DREW BREES was limited again with a right shoulder injury that he has also downplayed. Wide receiver MICHAEL THOMAS, who hasn’t been seen since the season opener, was also limited in Thursday’s practice. Less

Source: NBC Sports

Nov
5

Saints QB Brees makes appearance on injury list

New Orleans Saints quarterback DREW BREES was listed on Wednesday’s injury report as being a limited participant in practice due to a right shoulder injury. Brees dismissed any concerns, adding that he’s 41 years old and is often limited on a Wednesday.

Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune

Mailbag: September 24, 2020

Ian Allan answers your fantasy football questions. In this edition. Is Drew Brees finished? What's up with T.Y. Hilton's slow start? Is Leonard Fournette now "The Man" in Tampa Bay. A.J. Brown's lingering knee injury. And more. more »

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Sep
24

Eagles WR Reagor likely headed to injured reserve

Philadelphia Eagles rookie wide receiver JALEN REAGOR is likely headed to injured reserve due to a torn thumb ligament. Reagor is expected to need surgery and he could miss several weeksMore as a result. New Orleans quarterback DREW BREES suffered a similar injury last year that caused him to miss five weeks. Reagor will miss a minimum of three weeks if he is added to the injured reserve list. Less

Source: Philadelphia Inquirer

Factoid: Old quarterbacks

Researching Pittsburgh this week, I see that camp reports on Ben Roethlisberger have been very positive. He's 38 and coming off a major elbow injury, but he's been feeling good and throwing well at camp -- says it's the first time his elbow hasn't hurt in years. Can he put up top numbers?  more »

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Jun
12

Winston declares himself one of the best

JAMEIS WINSTON said recently that he is “historically one of the best quarterbacks to play the game”. Winston was the top overall pick in the 2015 NFL Draft but became theMore NFL’s first 30-interception quarterback in over 30 years last season. While Winston sounds as confident as ever, he will enter the 2020 season as the backup quarterback behind DREW BREES in New Orleans. Less

Source: New York Post

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