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BREAKING: Drew Brees takes to Instagram to officially announce retirement

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Drew Brees is hanging up his cleats after one of the most illustrious careers in NFL history. While anticipation grew that he might come back for his 16th season with the Saints after workout videos surfaced, any rumors are now put to rest.

The Saints’ diehard fanbase has nothing but praise for Brees. With an NBC broadcasting gig waiting for him as well, it was always tough to see Brees running it back yet again. However, according to his post, he’ll be spending most of his time with his kids.

New Orleans Saints future Hall of Famer quarterback Drew Brees has officially retired, calling it a career via a message from his kids on Instagram.