Sean Payton and Dan Campbell Reflect on Backup QB’s Crucial Performance
In an unexpected move that changed the course of his career, quarterback Teddy Bridgewater recently announced his retirement. However, it was a brief yet memorable five-week stretch in 2019 with the New Orleans Saints that stuck out to two key coaches. Both Sean Payton, the Saints' head coach at the time, and Dan Campbell, then the team's assistant head coach, recalled how Bridgewater’s leadership and hard work shone during Drew Brees’ injury.
The Saints were 1-1 and had just faced a tough loss to the Rams when Brees got injured. Despite odds against them, Bridgewater stepped in and led the team to a 5-0 record. This remarkable turnaround was seen as crucial because it propelled the Saints to win five consecutive games and set them on an upward trajectory.