Overview

• Brees retired after the 2020 season due to a deteriorating right shoulder despite feeling physically capable otherwise.
• He considered a comeback but ultimately decided against it because his arm could no longer perform at the required level.
• Brees' shoulder problems trace back to a severe injury in 2005, which required extensive surgery.
• The injury led to long-term degenerative issues, ultimately forcing him to retire.
• Brees remains active in other sports and activities, though he cannot throw a football with his right arm.