Brees deal is expected to “go down to the last minute”

“Close” continues to count only in horseshoes, hand grenades, and Breathalyzer results. Despite multiple reports last week that the Saints and quarterback Drew Brees were “close” to a long-term deal that could be finalized by Monday, Monday has come and gone without a deal being done.  As has Tuesday. Several more Mondays and Tuesdays will…