Drew Brees ended his college football career as one of the best players in Purdue Boilermakers history, with some putting him atop the pedestal when it comes to the school's historic figures. Brees played for Purdue from 1997 to 2000. He was then selected with the 32nd pick in the 2001 NFL draft. Brees' connection with the Boilermakers goes as far as being an assistant coach at Purdue in 2022.

Drew Brees capped one of the most remarkable careers in NFL history on Thursday, earning election to the Pro Football Hall of Fame as part of the Class of 2026. The longtime New Orleans Saints quarterback was voted in