The 42-year-old quarterback confirmed his retirement on Today Monday morning, and revealed that he will be joining NBC Sports as a studio analyst for Football Night in America, and a game analyst for NBC’s coverage of Notre Dame Football.
“I’m part of the team now, a new team,” Brees told Today’s Hoda Kotb. “I’m excited about that journey. I’m excited to stay very closely connected with the game of football, it’s been such an important part of my life.
“I continue to be able to talk about it, show a passion for it, and be able to bring my kids along for the ride there as well, and let them be part of those special moments.”
Brees has long been an outspoken Christian in the National Football League. In 2003, Brees and his wife, Brittany, established the Brees Dream Foundation. In the 18 years since, they have contributed over $45,000,000 to help improve the quality of life for cancer patients and provide care, education and opportunities for children and families in need.
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