A spokesperson for the New Orleans highway safety authority (HSA) has confirmed that Drew Brees has broken both of his legs in a traffic altercation. He has been transported via ambulance to a local New Orleans hospital for treatment, and the full extent of his injuries are not known at this time, however, both of his legs were visibly broken and not life threatening according to sources.
The accident involved a 2012 BMW driven by Drew Brees and a 76 year old female driver in a 2010 Audi. The driver of the Audi was issued a citation for failing to stop at a red light before striking the vehicle driven by Drew Brees at a high rate of speed.
Team spokespersons could not be reached for comment at this time.
