Through the Years
Through the Years: Photos from the Broncos' battles against Drew Brees
As the NFL celebrates Drew Brees' magnificent career after he announced his retirement, take a look back at the Broncos' memorable games against Brees with these photos.
Drew Brees rolls out of the pocket against the San Diego Chargers at Invesco Field at Mile High in Denver, CO on October 6, 2002.
Quarterback Drew Brees hauls down a pass from his running back LaDanian Tomlinson on a trick play during the NFL game against the San Diego Chargers on September 26, 2004 at Invesco Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado.
Raylee Johnson sacks Drew Brees and forces a fumble on the play during the NFL game against the San Diego Chargers on September 26, 2004 at Invesco Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado.
Kenoy Kennedy knocks the ball away from Drew Brees during the NFL game against the San Diego Chargers on September 26, 2004 at Invesco Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado.
Drew Brees during the NFL game against the Denver Broncos on December 5, 2004 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, California.
Drew Brees during the NFL game against the Denver Broncos on December 5, 2004 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, California.
John Lynch helps up Drew Brees during the NFL game against the San Diego Chargers on December 5, 2004 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, California.
John Lynch and Drew Brees greet one another after the NFL game against the San Diego Chargers on December 5, 2004 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, California.
Quarterback Drew Brees of the San Diego Chargers throws a pass during a NFL football game against the Denver Broncos in Denver on Sept. 18, 2005. The Broncos won 20-17. (G. Newman Lowrance via AP)
Drew Brees drops back to pass as the Denver Broncos and San Diego Chargers play at Invesco Field at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO. The Broncos defeated the Chargers 20-17 on Sept. 18, 2005. Photo by Trevor Brown/Rich Clarkson and Associates
Demetrin Veal pressures Drew Brees as the Denver Broncos and San Diego Chargers play at Invesco Field at Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO. The Broncos defeated the Chargers 20-17 on Sept. 18, 2005. Photo by Jamie Schwaberow/Rich Clarkson and Associates
San Diego Chargers quarterback Drew Brees (9) throws the ball during an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Sunday, Sept. 19, 2005 in Denver. (Peter Read Miller via AP)
Jay Cutler exchanges some pleasantries after the game with New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees at Invesco Field September 21, 2008
New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (9) sets up to pass during an NFL game against the Denver Broncos on October 28, 2012. The Broncos defeated the Saints 34-14. (AP Photo/Kevin Terrell)
New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (9) lines up with the offense during an NFL game against Denver Broncos defense on Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012 in Denver. The Broncos won the game, 34-14. (AP Photo/Ric Tapia)
New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (9) waits for the timeout to end during an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos on Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012, in Denver. The Broncos won the game, 34-14. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
Denver Broncos linebacker Wesley Woodyard (52) forces a fumble on New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (9) during first quarter action against the New Orleans Saints on October 28, 2012 at Sports Authority Field at Mile High. (Photo credit: Gabriel Christus/Denver Broncos)
Denver Broncos defensive end Derek Wolfe (95) puts pressure on New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees during fourth quarter action against the New Orleans Saints on October 28, 2012 at Sports Authority Field at Mile High. (Photo credit: Gabriel Christus/Denver Broncos)
Denver Broncos linebacker Wesley Woodyard (52) shakes hands with New Orleans quarterback Drew Brees (9) after the game against the New Orleans Saints on October 28, 2012 at Sports Authority Field at Mile High. (Photo credit: Gabriel Christus/Denver Broncos)
Peyton Manning and Drew Brees talk after the game against the New Orleans Saints on October 28, 2012 at Sports Authority Field at Mile High. (Photo credit: Gabriel Christus/Denver Broncos)
Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) greets New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (9) after an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012, in Denver. The Broncos won 34-14. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees passes during an NFL football game between the Denver Broncos and the New Orleans Saints Sunday Oct. 28, 2012, in Denver. Denver beat New Orleans 34-14. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) and New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees after the NFL game at Sports Authority Field in Denver, CO on October 28, 2012.
New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (9) passes under pressure in the first half of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos in New Orleans, Sunday, Nov. 13, 2016. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)
Denver Broncos linebacker Shaquil Barrett (48) celebrates his sack of New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (9) during fourth quarter action in the NFL game at Mercedes-Benz Superdome in New Orleans, LA. November 13, 2016.
New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (9) greets Denver Broncos quarterback Trevor Siemian (13) after an NFL football game in New Orleans, Sunday, Nov. 13, 2016. The Broncos won 25-23. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)
Von Miller greets New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (9) during pregame warmups before the 2020 Pro Bowl on January 26, 2020 at Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Florida. (Photo by Ben Swanson)
Von Miller works against Dallas Cowboys offensive tackle Tyron Smith (77) on his pass rush while New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (9) drops back to pass during the 2020 Pro Bowl on January 26, 2020 at Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Florida. (Photo by Ben Swanson)
