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Bridgewater Retires After 5‑0 Saints Run in 2019

Published August 12, 2026 · Updated August 12, 2026 · NBC Sports

Teddy Bridgewater has announced his retirement following a brief stint with the Detroit Lions, citing a long NFL career. His standout 5‑week, 5‑0 run with the 2019 New Orleans Saints, stepping in for Drew Brees, remains a highlight praised by former Saints coach Sean Payton and Lions head coach Dan Campbell.

Teddy Bridgewater announced his retirement after a decade-long NFL career, following a brief training‑camp stint with the Detroit Lions. The former Saints backup, who stepped in for injured Drew Brees in 2019, led New Orleans to a perfect 5‑0 record during his five‑week tenure.

Former Saints head coach Sean Payton and Lions head coach Dan Campbell praised Bridgewater’s composure and reliability, recalling the 5‑game winning streak as a defining moment in the 2019 campaign. chincha.pl

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