Drew Christopher Brees is a former American football quarterback who played in the National Football League for 20 seasons.
Drew Brees’s Net Worth
As of 2021, according to Celebrity Net Worth, Drew Brees has an approximate net worth of $160 million. The player is the 22nd richest athlete internationally, earning through his sport as well as numerous endorsements.
The jersey number 9 quarterback reportedly left the San Diego Chargers in 2005 after being disappointed with the deal he was offered post his injury, instead of signing a six-year contract with the New Orleans Saints in 2006 for $60 million-plus bonuses.
During his first NFL season with the San Diego Chargers in 2005, Brees signed a one-year contract for $8 million. However, left the team shortly after sustaining an injury and failing to secure a profitable deal.
The following year, Drew was signed by the New Orleans Saints for a six-year contract worth nearly 7 times the previous amount, $60 million, as well as a $22 million signing bonus.
In his 20 years playing for the NFL, the quarterback and part-time war veteran have earned nearly $250 million from matches. Drew has signed a five-year, $100 million contract, the highest amount ever in NFL history. The 42-year-old father of four earns $22 million annually.