Published 23:29 IST, December 27th 2019
Drew Brees calls Chargers' decision to pick new QB 'worst mistake ever', says ex-coach
San Diego Chargers coach Brian Schottenheimer revealed that former player Drew Brees called the team's decision to bring in a new QB as 'worst decision ever'.
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New Orleans Saints' veteran Drew Brees has been one of the most iconic quarterbacks in the history of the NFL. However, the 40-year old football star endured some tough times at the 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 nothing to become one of the most successful players in the league since his debut in 2001.
Drew Bees named as a finalist in the NFL 100 all-time team
Congrats to @DrewBrees who has been named a finalist for the NFL 100 All-Time Team!
— New Orleans Saints (@Saints) December 24, 2019
The #NFL100 team airs Fridays at 7 pm CT on @NFLNetwork! pic.twitter.com/BjCKcSqX6y
Seattle Seahawks' Brian Schottenheimer reveals an interesting story of former quarterback Drew Brees
Brian Schottenheimer told Drew Brees following his third NFL season the Chargers were probably going to take a QB in the 2004 draft.
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) December 26, 2019
Brees responded, “That would be the worst f--king mistake this organization could ever make.” 😤 @brgridiron
(via @AlbertBreer) pic.twitter.com/qnOUXMZ0CX
Drew Brees is in his 18th season in the NFL. He has definitely shown that he still has it in him to perform at the highest level. Former Chargers quarterbacks coach - Brian Schottenheimer - revealed how the decision to acquire a quarterback in the 2004 draft spurred Drew Brees to push harder and win the NFL Comeback Player of the 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.
Drew Brees just can't stop praising teammate Michael Thomas
"Every rep he takes is a Super Bowl-rep. He's a model for perfection and how to be a pro."@drewbrees with the absolute highest praise for @cantguardmike after he secured the record for most receptions in a single season 🔥 pic.twitter.com/9YnvKogoXV
— FOX Sports (@FOXSports) December 22, 2019
23:29 IST, December 27th 2019