Sean Payton praises Teddy Bridgewater after retirement announcement
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 12:13 PM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026
Denver Broncos coach Sean Payton expressed pride in Teddy Bridgewater following the quarterback's retirement from the NFL. Payton reflected on their time together, praising Bridgewater's leadership and contributions during key moments with the Saints, including a perfect record in 2019 when Drew Brees was injured. Bridgewater started 14 games for the Broncos in 2021, finishing with 3,052 passing yards and 20 total touchdowns. As the NFL preseason approaches, the Broncos are preparing for their upcoming game against the Atlanta Falcons.
- •Teddy Bridgewater announced his retirement on August 12, 2026.
- •Sean Payton calls Bridgewater a great asset and teammate.
- •Bridgewater had a 5-0 record with the Saints in 2019.
- •He started 14 games for the Broncos in 2021, throwing for 3,052 yards.
- •The Broncos are set to face the Falcons in the preseason.
- 12:13 PMYahoo Sports — Sean Payton reacts to Teddy Bridgewater’s retirement: ‘Proud of him’
""He was a great asset, a really, really good teammate," Broncos coach Sean Payton said of retiring quarterback Teddy Bridgewater.
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