The Denver Broncos were seriously eyeing one of the greatest signal-callers in NFL history, Drew Brees, to step in during last season’s AFC Championship Game. This bombshell news dropped Monday from ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
The Playoff Injury That Nearly Sparked a Legend’s Return
Last season, Denver’s Bo Nix fractured his ankle in the round before the AFC Championship, forcing Jarrett Stidham into action against the New England Patriots. They ended up losing that AFC Championship Game. But can you even imagine what might have happened if they’d pulled off what they reportedly attempted first? Broncos then-offensive coordinator Joe Lombardi and offensive assistant Pete Carmichael actually reached out to a 47-year-old Drew Brees. They wanted to see if the legendary QB was interested in returning to the gridiron for that massive playoff game.
A Comeback Cut Short by Discomfort
Brees’ response? He apparently said he’d work out first, check his readiness. What a warrior, even considering it! But in the end, the comeback was a no-go. Schefter reported that Brees decided against the idea after experiencing discomfort in his wrist. So close to an absolutely wild story! A 47-year-old stepping into an AFC Championship Game? The thought of it alone is unreal.
It’s an insane “what if” for the Broncos, a fascinating peek behind the curtain at the desperation that can hit in the playoffs. Imagine Brees in that game, even at 47. We’ll never know, but it sure makes you wonder what kind of wild moves teams are cooking up behind the scenes when the stakes are at their highest.
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Originally reported by Bleacher Report.
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