[autotag]Drew Brees[/autotag] is a household name in Louisiana sports. It’s hard to find many guys who are as beloved in a single state.
However, Brees will be opposite of LSU’s sideline on Monday as he helps coach Purdue in the bowl game.
Brees spoke at his Citrus Bowl press conference and was asked about any relationship he developed with LSU. He revealed he rehabbed his shoulder at LSU following surgery in Baton Rouge.
Drew Brees talking about his #LSU ties. Said he even had shoulder surgery in Baton Rouge in May and did rehab at LSU.
"It's like playing a backyard game with your family. You love 'em … but you want to beat 'em."— Scott Rabalais (@RabalaisAdv) December 31, 2022
Brees had more high praise for LSU when talking about what a win would mean for Purdue.
Drew Brees on why the Citrus Bowl vs #LSU is a big game for Purdue: "This is a top-five, top-three program in college football. LSU fights for National Championships each year. That's their level of expectation."
— Emily Villere Dixon (@emilyvdixon) December 31, 2022
Brees was a three-year starter for the Boilermakers from 1998-00. He led the Big Ten in passing yards and touchdowns in all three seasons. He led the NCAA in total yards twice and finished fourth in Heisman voting in 1999 and third in 2000.
Brees arrived in New Orleans in 2006 after beginning his career with the Chargers. He led the Saints to a Super Bowl in 2009 and led the NFL in passing yards on seven occasions.
Brees’ presence likely comes as a lot of help to a Purdue team that will be without a few of its coaches and some of its best players on Monday.
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