Oct. 21 (UPI) -- New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees plans to return to practice this week and called a Week 8 return a "goal" after missing the last five games due to a thumb injury.
Brees told ESPN and Cox Sports Television that he plans to practice with the team in the week leading up to a game against the Arizona Cardinals. Brees also said its a possibility he could be active, but not start the Week 8 contest.