Report: Saints QB Brees suffered rib fractures, collapsed lung

Drew Brees suffered multiple rib fractures and a collapsed lung in the Saints’ 27-13 win Sunday over the 49ers, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports.

Saints’ QB Drew Brees has multiple rib fractures on both sides of his chest and a collapsed lung on the right side, per @WerderEdESPN.

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) November 16, 2020

More from @WerderEdESPN: Drew Brees is suffering from three fractured ribs on his left side and two on the right, possibly more. Doctors have cautioned Brees to be especially careful with the damage to his lung. https://t.co/6Ps1pPOfek

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) November 16, 2020

Earlier Monday, NFL Network indicated Brees had a rib contusion before ESPN’s reports on the more extensive damage apparently suffered on a hit by 49ers defensive lineman Kentavius Street that drew a personal foul penalty.

The 41-year old quarterback has already been dealing with a sore throwing shoulder and referred to his inability to play during the second half against San Francisco a “accumulative thing” but the latest injuries are not ones the future Hall of Famer can play through.

"I was not going to be able to be effective," – Brees on why he thought he couldn't go back in the game for the 2nd half #Saints pic.twitter.com/rSSq3tEZ9p

— New Orleans Saints (@Saints) November 16, 2020

Jameis Winston and Taysom Hill took snaps behind center in Brees’ absence as New Orleans handled San Francisco, 27-13. Head coach Sean Payton did not provide any clarity Monday regarding the quarterback situation moving forward.