It’s been three years since Sean Payton was the New Orleans Saints head coach. Payton retired for a year then came back after a year hiatus to coach the Denver Broncos. The former Saints head coach is already experiencing more success than his former team.
In his second year with the Broncos, Payton has his new team in the playoff race. If Denver is able to get a win against the Kansas City Chiefs, who may be playing their backups, this week, they will punch their ticket to the postseason.
New Orleans hasn’t achieved this feat in the three seasons since Payton’s departure.
To make this season even more impressive, Payton is doing it with a rookie quarterback. There were many critical about Payton’s decision to draft Bo Nix, but it has paid off for Denver.
The Saints are going through another breakup while their ex is flourishing. That can be a tough pill to swallow, especially when they’re doing things they didn’t do with you, like getting a rookie quarterback for the future.
Nevertheless, the Saints and Sean Payton are looking to make the playoffs for the first time post-Drew Brees. Coach is just one win away.
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