Drew Brees calls Chargers' decision to pick new QB 'worst mistake ever', says ex-coach

New Orleans Saints' veteran Drew Brees has been one of most iconic quarterbacks in history of NFL. However, 40-year old football star endured some tough times at San Diego Chargers. In a recent interview with SI.com’s Albert Breer, Chargers' former quarterback coach Brian Schottenheimer revealed how Drew Brees rose from thing to become one of most successful players in league since his debut in 2001.

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Drew Brees is in his 18th season in NFL. He has definitely shown that he still has it in him to perform at highest level. Former Chargers quarterbacks coach - Brian Schottenheimer - revealed how decision to acquire a quarterback in 2004 draft spurred Drew Brees to push harder and win  NFL Comeback Player of Year that season. Brees went on to record 27 touchdowns against just seven interceptions in 2004. It won him massive recognition and sent him to his first career Pro Bowl. 

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