Brees became the NFL’s all-time passing leader, beating Manning’s mark of 71,940 yards, during the second quarter of the Saints’ clash against the Washington Redskins on Monday.

Manning paid tribute to the 39-year-old in a video, but the plaudits were far-reaching.

The likes of James, Favre, Seattle Seahawks QB Russell Wilson and NBA star James Harden were among those praising Brees on Twitter.

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