Source: Brees has collapsed lung, rib fractures
Drew Brees has been diagnosed with multiple rib fractures and a collapsed right lung, a person with knowledge of the situation said Monday.
The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the Saints have not announced specifics about Brees’ injury, which the 41- year- old quarterback said occurred on a heavy hit by San Francisco defensive lineman Kentavius Street in the second quarter of New Orleans 27- 13 victory over the Niners on Sunday.
Brees’ injuries, which were first reported by ESPN, are expected to sideline the quarterback for multiple weeks.
With Brees virtually certain to miss upcoming games, the Saints’ offense is likely to be run primarily by Jameis Winston, a 2015 first overall draft choice by Tampa Bay whom New Orleans signed to a oneyear contract as a free agent this offseason. Taysom Hill, a utility player who intermittently takes over for Brees on option plays — but also plays tight end and on special teams — also could see his snaps at quarterback increase.
Bridgewater injury isn’t “serious,” Panthers say. Carolina Panthers coach Matt Rhule said on a video conference call that medical tests revealed that Teddy Bridgewater “does not have a serious knee injury” and he added that he’s hopeful the quarterback will return to practice Wednesday and play on Sunday against the Detroit Lions.
Rhule was less forthcoming on the status of 2019 All- Pro running back Christian McCaffrey, who is still recovering from a shoulder injury.
Browns place Janovich on COVID list. Browns fullback Andy Janovich was placed on the COVID- 19 list on Monday, a day after he played 26 snaps in a 10- 7 win over the Houston Texans. The team was notified of Janovich’s positive coronavirus test in the morning and immediately closed its facility in Berea, Ohio.
Chiefs sign coach Reid, GM Veach to extensions. The Kansas City Chiefs signed Andy Reid and Brett Veach to contract extensions Monday that will provide added stability by keeping together the most successful coach/ general manager combination in franchise history well into the future. The Chiefs declined to announce the terms of the extensions.