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Teary-eyed Drew Brees talks on Today show about what he told boys after record throw

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A teary-eyed Drew Brees appeared on NBC's Today show Wednesday (Oct. 10) and wiped away a tear after the New Orleans Saints quarterback talked about what he told his three young sons on the sideline after becoming the career leader in passing yards.

Brees wore a microphone Monday when he became the career leader in passing yards with a long touchdown pass against Washington. After the touchdown, he went to the sideline and embraced his three sons.

"I love you guys so much," he told them. "You can accomplish anything in life if you're willing to work for it.