Drew Brees Debuts on ESPN First Take, Praises NFL Peers

Drew Brees has returned to television as a weekly contributor on ESPN's First Take while also appearing on FOX Sports, signaling a renewed focus on his media career after years as a stellar NFL quarterback. On his debut, Brees shared strong opinions about NFL offenses and highlighted Jordan Love as a young talent to watch. Simultaneously, the Kansas City Chiefs, led by Patrick Mahomes, have had a slow start to the 2025 season but found a spark in wide receiver Tyquan Thornton, who has stepped up amid injuries to key players. Mahomes, who recently turned 30, remains one of the NFL's most decorated quarterbacks, with multiple MVP awards and Super Bowl victories, and continues to be a central figure in the Chiefs' success. Additionally, Brees revealed his NFL quarterback Mount Rushmore, surprisingly including Doug Flutie, whom he credits as a mentor and a pioneering player who influenced his career. Flutie's long, varied career and mentorship helped shape Brees' development into a Hall of Fame-caliber quarterback.