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Payton Praises Retired QB Bridgewater
12 Aug
Summary
- Teddy Bridgewater, former Saints QB, has retired from the NFL.
- Sean Payton highlighted Bridgewater's leadership and winning impact.
- Bridgewater had a 7-7 record as a starter for the Broncos in 2021.
Teddy Bridgewater, who previously played quarterback for the New Orleans Saints and the Denver Broncos, has announced his retirement from the NFL. Denver Broncos coach Sean Payton, who coached Bridgewater during his time with the Saints, shared his thoughts on the retirement.
Payton described his experience with Bridgewater as "fantastic" and commended his rare leadership skills and positive impact as a teammate. He noted Bridgewater's significant contributions during many team victories, including stepping in for an injured Drew Brees and leading the Saints to a 5-0 record in 2019.
Bridgewater also played for the Broncos during the 2021 season, where he started 14 games, achieving a 7-7 record. In those games, he threw for 3,052 yards, with 20 total touchdowns (18 passing, two rushing) and seven interceptions.
Payton expressed pride in Bridgewater's accomplishments and anticipates he will remain involved in football, possibly in a coaching capacity. The Broncos are preparing for their next preseason game against the Atlanta Falcons.
