- Attended Purdue University.
- Heisman Trophy finalist in 1999 and 2000. Purdue University's all-time leader in passing yards (11,792), touchdowns (90), total offensive yards (12,693), completion percentage (.611), completions (1,026) and attempts (1,678). Drafted 32nd overall by the San Diego Chargers in the 2001 NFL draft.
- Honored by the Congressional Award in Washington, DC on June 19, 2008 with the Horizon Award. The Horizon Award is a special recognition from the Joint Leadership of the United States Congress and the Congressional Award Board of Directors. The Horizon Award is presented to individuals from the private sectors who have contributed to expanding opportunities for all Americans through their own personal contributions, and who have set exceptional examples for young people through their successes in life.
- Attended Westlake High School in Austin, Texas.
- NFL quarterback.
- Selected by the San Diego Chargers in the 2nd round (32nd pick overall) of the 2001 NFL Draft.
- Named cover athlete for Madden NFL 11 (2010).
- Named Sportsman of the Year for 2010 by Sports Illustrated magazine.
- (March 14) Agreed to a six-year, $60 million contract with the New Orleans Saints. (2006)
- Played football with Ben McKenzie at Austin High School in Austin, Texas, before transferring to Westlake High School.
- Grandson of Battle of Okinawa veteran and legendary Texas high school football coach Ray Akins. Brees's cousin, Angela Akins-Garcia, is engaged to golfer Sergio García.
- Has four children together with his wife Brittany Brees sons Baylen Robert Brees (January 15, 2009), Bowen Christopher Brees (October 19, 2010), Callen Christian Brees (August 15, 2012), and a daughter Rylen Judith Brees (August 25, 2014).
- His parents are Eugene Wilson "Chip" Brees II and Mina Ruth (1950-2009), who were both Texas-based attorneys. They divorced in 1987.
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