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?

18. Detroit Lions: Jeff Backus

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Jeff Backus played his entire career with the Lions, starting all 191 games he played. The tackle was drafted by Detroit from Michigan.

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