How many times did Drew Brees throw for 5,000 yards?

Drew Brees is known for his incredible passing accuracy and ability to consistently put up impressive numbers. The quarterback was a force to be reckoned with during his playing days with the San Diego Chargers and the New Orleans Saints.

During his active NFL days, Drew Brees accomplished a highly remarkable feat of throwing for over 5,000 yards in a single season on five occasions. This is a record that remains unmatched, showcasing the brilliance of the quarterback's career.

Seasons Drew Brees Throw for 5,000 Yards

Brees' first 5,000-yard season came in 2008 when he threw for 5,069 yards for the New Orleans Saints. The season saw him lead the league not only in passing yards, but also in passing touchdowns, pass attempts, and passes completed.

His second 5,000-yard season came in 2011 when he threw for an astonishing 5,476 yards. This performance broke Dan Marino's record for most passing yards in a single season. Brees' impressive season helped him earn the NFL Offensive Player of the Year award.

Brees once again threw for over 5,000 yards in 2012, finishing the season with 5,177 yards. This made him the first quarterback in NFL history to throw for over 5,000 yards in consecutive seasons. He also led the league that season in passing touchdowns with 43.

The fourth occasion of throwing for over 5,000 yards came in 2013 when he threw for 5,162 yards. This made it the third consecutive season he has achieved this milestone. The fifth and final occasion for Brees saw him throw for 5,208 yards in 2016.

Drew Brees' Overall Passing Yardage Stats

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Drew Brees famed himself as one of the most prolific passers in NFL history. The Purdue Boilermakers alum played 20 seasons in the league for the San Diego Chargers and New Orleans Saints and amassed an impressive 80,358 passing yards. This is the second most by any quarterback in NFL history.

Here's a breakdown of his passing yard statistics by season:

• 2001 (San Diego Chargers): 221 yards

• 2002 (San Diego Chargers): 3,284 yards
• 2003 (San Diego Chargers): 2,108 yards
• 2004 (San Diego Chargers): 3,159 yards
• 2005 (San Diego Chargers): 3,576 yards
• 2006 (New Orleans Saints): 4,418 yards
• 2007 (New Orleans Saints): 4,423 yards
• 2008 (New Orleans Saints): 5,069 yards
• 2009 (New Orleans Saints): 4,388 yards
• 2010 (New Orleans Saints): 4,620 yards
• 2011 (New Orleans Saints): 5,476 yards
• 2012 (New Orleans Saints): 5,177 yards
• 2013 (New Orleans Saints): 5,162 yards
• 2014 (New Orleans Saints): 4,952 yards
• 2015 (New Orleans Saints): 4,870 yards
• 2016 (New Orleans Saints): 5,208 yards
• 2017 (New Orleans Saints): 4,334 yards
• 2018 (New Orleans Saints): 3,992 yards
• 2019 (New Orleans Saints): 2,979 yards
• 2020 (New Orleans Saints): 2,942 yards

Brees was incredibly consistent over the course of his career, throwing for over 3,000 yards in 16 of his 20 seasons in the league. He also threw for over 4,000 yards in 12 different seasons, leading the league in passing yards on seven occasions.

Drew Brees' career passing yard total tells the story of his longevity, consistency, and ability to perform at a high level for an extended period of time. His legacy as one of the greatest quarterbacks in NFL history is secure, and his career passing yardage record is likely to stand for many years to come.