Drew Brees vs Team that didn't want him

[NightCap424]

Fates intertwined: In March 2006, Miami made one decision that shaped the lives of men, franchises and cities. After putting quarterback Drew Brees through a rigorous six-hour physical, the Dolphins decided not to sign the free-agent quarterback and instead opted to trade a second-round pick to Minnesota for quarterback Daunte Culpepper. As a courtesy, the Dolphins told Brees they would wait two hours to announce the trade for Culpepper so he would not lose any leverage with the Saints. A short time later, Brees and the Saints agreed on a six-year, $60 million deal.

Had the Dolphins ignored their doctors and signed Brees -- who at the time preferred to play in Miami -- two franchises would have reversed course, and the football world would look very different today. Nick Saban might still be coaching in Miami rather than Alabama. Bill Parcells likely would not be in Miami with all the coaches he brought with him. New Orleans might not be thriving the way it is now. And nobody would be reflecting on the circumstances that led Brees to leave Miami for New Orleans, and the game he has against the Dolphins on Sunday.

Look for Drew and the Saints to win......easily. A lot of cappers are on Miami and I think NO wins by 14+

[BigJfoster]

I'm on the Saints here. Big time.

[Dr. Jack]

Fans wanted him both times. Jamar Fletcher & Dante Culpepper, now that's really going 0-2

This is a big test for Miami. Peyton Manning picked them apart so they have their hands full with Brees

[colloid]

trap type game here watch out saints

[Mendoza Line]

Obviously my vote goes with Brees and the Saints. Really think they can pick Miami apart. Phins should score 20 though. Over is my favorite play here.

[NightCap424]

I can't see this as a trap game....Miami dominated TOP against the Colts and what happened?.....Drew Brees has a more potent offense than Peyton Manning IMO. I think the Saints take this by 14+

[CALLMEPOB]

Originally Posted by colloid

trap type game here watch out saints

agree will be like colts game imo

phins really control the clock and score on long drives and then saints come back down and score quickly saints win i think but id have to take the points for a cover good luck sir im to scared to pull the trigger

[BlakeMile]

taking the wildcat here guys.... I think its gonna be an upset... I think Brees is not Manning... and simply needs more of the gameclock than Manning to score.

[kartell]

There was a great article in our local paper about just what you mentioned here, nightcap. Sounds foolish to say that money didn't have a lot to do with it, but Loomis and Payton told Brees from the getgo that he was their man and trusted in Dr. Andrews' evaluation while Miami had a panel of several other doctors doing their own analysis. There have been 7 different starters for the Fins since.

Hopefully, the rain holds out tomorrow. Just checked and it's 60% chance of showers. Even with rain, I still think the Saints roll by at least +10 and trust me, no one's more nervous about their team than me.
Good luck tomorrow.

Looking forward to some college hoops!

[northstars]

miami will steamroll the saints. sean payton is a fool but so far this year he has gotten the job done. i'm betting it won't last

[The Frozen Pond]

Originally Posted by northstars

miami will steamroll the saints

[Sweetleaf22]

Good Luck Night capper, have a great one