The 31 players somehow drafted before Drew Brees in 2001

Drew Brees continues to break records. The New Orleans Saints great was the 32nd pick in 2001. Who went before him?

The San Diego Chargers chose Drew Brees with the first pick in the second round of the 2001 NFL Draft. When Brees is eventually inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, it will mean the Bolts took HOFers with their first two selections. Who were the players NFL teams chose before San Diego selected the QB from Purdue?

31. Baltimore Ravens: Todd Heap

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The Ravens chose Todd Heap, a tight end from Arizona State. He had a solid career in Baltimore, playing 10 seasons and making 467 catches. Heap finished with two seasons in Arizona, where he added another 32 grabs and 1 of his 42 TD receptions.