At the conclusion of his 15 seasons in New Orleans, Brees extended his total Pro Bowl selections to 13 and was twice named Offensive Player of the Year. He also led the NFL in passing yards a record seven times and (tied with Peyton Manning) in passing touchdowns a record four times. Although never receiving Most Valuable Player honors during the regular season, he was recognized as the MVP of Super Bowl XLIV. Brees joined "NBC Sunday Night Football" as an analyst in 2021 following his retirement announcement the same year.