The team announced today that they have placed the three-time Pro Bowler on the injured reserve due to a knee injury suffered in their last game against the Minnesota Vikings.
Appearing on WWL Radio Wednesday night, Brees said he opted for a surgery that installed "a little piece of tape that they put on top of the ligament repair." This may allow for a quickened pace at which he can rehab.
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