Drew Brees, widely adored as one of the NFL’s most cherished quarterbacks, didn’t earn his acclaim solely for his powerful arm.
Throughout his remarkable NFL journey, spanning stints with the Saints and Chargers, Brees shattered numerous records, solidifying his place among the most prolific passers in league history. Regrettably, the toll of decades on the football field has taken a significant toll on his body.
In a recent appearance on Greeny, Brees candidly admitted that he has lost the ability to throw with his right arm, stating that the limb “does not work” anymore. Consequently, when casually tossing the ball around, he now resorts to throwing left-handed.
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The future Hall of Famer explained on ESPN Radio, “Look, I’ll let you in on a little fact. I don’t throw with my right arm anymore. My right arm does not work. So, when I throw in the backyard right now, I throw left-handed.”
Brees attributes the impairment of his arm to a major shoulder surgery in 2005, a procedure that enabled him to extend his playing career for another fifteen years. He disclosed that he currently deals with a “degenerative shoulder” and various arthritic changes.
Despite the limitations, Brees maintains some functionality in his arm, allowing him to engage in activities like pickleball, albeit nothing that requires lifting the limb above his shoulder.
Nevertheless, Brees expressed that he would still be playing if not for the enduring impact of the injury. His resilience and championship mentality demonstrate that possessing the best arm isn’t a prerequisite to being the best quarterback.
