Saints quarterback Drew Brees announced his retirement on Sunday after one of the most decorated careers in NFL history.
Brees, 42, retires as the all-time leader in passing yards and completions. He led the Saints to their only Super Bowl in franchise history, a 31–17 win over the Colts in Super Bowl XLIV.
"After 20 years as a player in the NFL and 15 years as a Saint, it is time I retire from the game of football," Brees wrote on Instagram on Sunday. "Each day, I poured my heart & soul into being your Quarterback.