Remembering Drew Brees’ time at Purdue ahead of enshrinement into Pro Football Hall of FamePurdue quarterback Drew Brees celebrates a last minute 31-27 win over Ohio State in West Lafayette, Ind., Saturday, Oct. 28, 2000. Between being a two-time Heisman Trophy Finalist to leading the Boilers to the Rose Bowl, Brees became the face of Purdue football. It really is important to him… Purdue and Drew Brees go hand and hand. Now Canton and Drew Brees go hand and hand, as well. From the Black and Gold to the gold jacket, Purdue will gain another Pro Football Hall of Famer Saturday at noon.