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I get that the Saints are in a win at all costs window but that's a lot of money for a 43 year old rental. Even if Brees had retired I would rather have a younger guy back there.

At least Payton and Loomis are always working hard at getting talent on this team no matter the cost. It was infuriating years ago when the team looked at the sub par talent in the locker room and thought "yeah, these guys should do." and never strived for greatness. Only okay-ness.

Re: NFL.com | Bears, Saints loomed under the radar in pursuit of Tom Brady
 

Amen! And that was why the best our season records ever were over those first 40 or so years ... okay.

Re: NFL.com | Bears, Saints loomed under the radar in pursuit of Tom Brady
 

I believe Brees when he said that he intended to retire after last season. I just think he's made his money and wants to contribute to the game as an announcer and eventually a coach. Makes sense we may have pursued Brady for 1 year deal, but Brees returned.

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I don't believe that Brees actually stated that he intended to retire. I do believe he told teammates that he was seriously contemplating retirement, just as he has done the past few years. What he ended up doing is asking the two questions of himself ... 1) Do I still enjoying preparing for and playing the game?, and 2) Can I still perform at a high level in the NFL?

I expect the exact same approach following this season.

Re: NFL.com | Bears, Saints loomed under the radar in pursuit of Tom Brady
 

Get rid of our old QB for an older one. I don't think so. Drew still has the "IT" factor. Brady is a game manager already. One year....maybe two and he'll need a walker out there.