Third and Long Is Death’: Brees on Facing Seattle’s Defense
NFL Hall of Famer Drew Brees said facing Seattle’s defense requires discipline and humility, accepting that explosive plays may not come and avoiding negative downs at all costs. Third and long, he noted, is death against that unit. He also revisited the surprise onside kick to open the second half of Super Bowl XLIV, crediting Sean Payton’s instincts and leadership. Brees reflected on nearly signing with Miami, recalling a grueling medical evaluation and doubts about his shoulder, before ultimately choosing belief and opportunity in New Orleans.