Drew Brees retires after 20 NFL seasons: 'This is not goodbye, rather a new beginning' | CBS Sports Headlines Drew Brees retires after 20 NFL seasons: 'This is not goodbye, rather a new beginning' The 42-year-old QB steps down with a future Hall of Fame induction surely on the horizon … Continue reading Drew Brees retires after 20 NFL seasons: 'This is not goodbye, rather a new beginning'