Drew Brees Weighs In on Matthew Stafford's Frustrating Loss
Former Super Bowl-winning quarterback Drew Brees had a candid conversation with Colin Cowherd on Monday after the Los Angeles Rams' loss to the Seattle Seahawks in the NFC Championship Game. Brees was asked if coming up short in such an important game can weigh heavily on a losing team's quarterback during the offseason.
According to Brees, yes, it can have a lasting impact. "Yes, it does last," he said. "Certainly, I think any great competitor is always going to think about some of the ones that got away, and maybe there's a play or two that just kind of linger." This sentiment echoes Brees' own experiences throughout his career.
Despite Stafford's incredible performance in Sunday's game, including 22-of-35 completions for 374 yards and three touchdowns with no interceptions, it wasn't enough to overcome some costly mistakes by the Rams. The Seahawks ultimately won the game 31-27, sending Stafford back to the drawing board.
Brees acknowledged that Stafford has played phenomenally all season long, but added that the Rams faced a difficult division schedule, which led them to become the No. 2 seed due to their overtime loss to Seattle several weeks ago. The former New Orleans Saints superstar also pointed out that the Rams had opportunities to win in the NFC Championship and that this might weigh on Stafford.
Brees expressed his support for Stafford, saying, "I hope Stafford keeps playing for another three or four years, you know, because I think that team is built to win." With Stafford's experience and talent combined with a strong roster, the Rams seem poised to make a deep playoff run in the future.
Former Super Bowl-winning quarterback Drew Brees had a candid conversation with Colin Cowherd on Monday after the Los Angeles Rams' loss to the Seattle Seahawks in the NFC Championship Game. Brees was asked if coming up short in such an important game can weigh heavily on a losing team's quarterback during the offseason.
According to Brees, yes, it can have a lasting impact. "Yes, it does last," he said. "Certainly, I think any great competitor is always going to think about some of the ones that got away, and maybe there's a play or two that just kind of linger." This sentiment echoes Brees' own experiences throughout his career.
Despite Stafford's incredible performance in Sunday's game, including 22-of-35 completions for 374 yards and three touchdowns with no interceptions, it wasn't enough to overcome some costly mistakes by the Rams. The Seahawks ultimately won the game 31-27, sending Stafford back to the drawing board.
Brees acknowledged that Stafford has played phenomenally all season long, but added that the Rams faced a difficult division schedule, which led them to become the No. 2 seed due to their overtime loss to Seattle several weeks ago. The former New Orleans Saints superstar also pointed out that the Rams had opportunities to win in the NFC Championship and that this might weigh on Stafford.
Brees expressed his support for Stafford, saying, "I hope Stafford keeps playing for another three or four years, you know, because I think that team is built to win." With Stafford's experience and talent combined with a strong roster, the Rams seem poised to make a deep playoff run in the future.
. It reminds me of when Brett Favre used to play for the Packers - he always seemed to have one game where he'd just fall apart 
. Stafford's got some big shoes to fill, what with Brees saying that coming up short can really weigh on you for the rest of the season. And I'm thinking, man, it's not just Stafford's fault... he's playing with a tough division schedule and still manages to put up those crazy stats 
. I wish he'd get some more break, you know?
The Seahawks just got lucky, I think Stafford would've won if he didn't mess up those last few plays 
. And yeah, the Rams had a tough schedule, but that's no excuse for losing in the championship game 
. Drew's right tho, Stafford is gonna be back and he's gonna come back stronger 
. The Rams will definitely bounce back next season 
about that one play where he threw an int... it's def gonna be on his mind for a while. i mean, i've been in situations like that too after my last season of playing rec league softball lol 
Stafford's a great QB and i love how Brees is supporting him 
. I feel bad for the guy, but at the same time, he's got this huge team behind him 
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. I'm still feeling good about the Rams, though - they've got the talent and experience to make a deep run in the future 
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u feel? i think brees is right tho, it can take a while 2 get ovrr those tough losses. i mean, stafford's played so well all season & now he's gotta deal w/ the what ifs 
this game is so tough on QBs, especially when u come up short like that 
but Drew's right, great qbs like him are always thinkin bout those what ifs 
! I mean, 374 yards and 3 touchdowns is HUGE, but yeah, mistakes happen and it's not all on one person 
. And yeah, the Rams did have a crazy tough schedule this year 
. The Rams' challenging division schedule and subsequent seeding controversy only add to the complexity of the situation 
and btw, what do u think about the rams' chances this season? they got a great roster but they need to stay healthy 