Drew Brees reflects on missed opportunity with Dolphins before Hall of Fame induction

Drew Brees discussed his desire to join the Miami Dolphins during free agency in 2006, calling it an 'obvious decision' on the New Heights podcast. He indicated that the Dolphins' medical staff would not clear him due to a shoulder injury, leading to his signing with the New Orleans Saints instead. Brees recalled various attractive aspects of the Dolphins, including their coaching staff and the lack of state income tax. At the time, New Orleans was in recovery from Hurricane Katrina, and Brees felt welcomed by the Saints' management, including coach Sean Payton. Brees is set to enter the Pro Football Hall of Fame this weekend, highlighting his successful career, which included a Super Bowl victory with the Saints.

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