Purdue has a bowl game to play as it transitions into a new era with a new coaching staff, so the program's most famous product is returning to West Lafayette to help those efforts.
New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees celebrates after throwing a touchdown pass to Taysom Hill in the second half of an NFL wild-card playoff football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Sunday, Jan. 5, 2020, in New Orleans. Purdue has a bowl game to play as it transitions into a new era with a new coaching staff, so the program’s most famous product is returning to West Lafayette to help those efforts.
Brees will have an on-field role with the team during its bowl preparations, meaning he can have direct contact with players during practice and also participate in recruiting. "He was an elite football player, but most of all, Drew is an extraordinary leader. Gaining his insights on the football field and in our coaching offices during this time of transition will be of great value to our student-athletes and staff. We're grateful to Drew for his willingness to share his time and expertise in yet another show of support for the Boilermakers,” Purdue athletic director Mike Bobinski said.
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