The team announced today that they have placed the three-time Pro Bowler on the injured reserve due to a knee injury suffered in their last game against the Minnesota Vikings.
Earlier this week, LSU head coach Ed Orgeron announced that quarterback Myles Brennan broke his arm but didn't reveal how he did it. Now we know what happened.
Appearing on WWL Radio Wednesday night, Brees said he opted for a surgery that installed "a little piece of tape that they put on top of the ligament repair." This may allow for a quickened pace at which he can rehab.