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New Orleans Saints: 5 outsiders that have a shot at succeeding Drew Brees

By Nathan Beighle

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - OCTOBER 12: Drew Brees #9 of the New Orleans Saints looks on against the Los Angeles Chargers during their NFL game at Mercedes-Benz Superdome on October 12, 2020 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)
NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - OCTOBER 12: Drew Brees #9 of the New Orleans Saints looks on against the Los Angeles Chargers during their NFL game at Mercedes-Benz Superdome on October 12, 2020 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images) /
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Matthew Stafford

The Detroit Lions have a top-ten pick in the upcoming NFL Draft, and they do not plan on bringing back their long-time signal-caller. Stafford’s time in the Motor City is going to come to an end, and his start in a new organization will commence.

While thinking about trading for him and actually doing it are different since Stafford’s contract would pose a big obstacle for the Saints. Stafford has the talent to come in and thrive in the Big Easy.

Stafford, for the eighth time in his career, had over 4,000 passing yards. He went for 26 touchdowns and 10 interceptions this past season which is on par for most of his seasons with the Lions.

He’s talented and has a strong arm. A change of scenery could bring out the best in Stafford, and for the Saints, that could be the difference between a playoff-contending team and a Super Bowl-contending one.

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It’s possible, but given his contract, it’s unlikely.

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