The New Orleans Saints wide receiver tweeted a few things during the NFC Championship game that led many to believe he was throwing shade at his quarterback.
Coach Sean Payton of the New Orleans Saints had an end-of-season conference call with the media as the team closes the book on another season that concluded with a playoff loss. Coach Payton spoke on the future of the team, the quarterback position, and filling the coaching staff.
According to ESPN NFL reporter Adam Schefter, Thomas held off on the surgeries because he knew it was likely Drew Brees' last season and wanted to make a run at the Super Bowl with him.
A tough way for Drew Brees' career to end if he does in fact retire before next season as turnovers bite Saints, Bucs move on to NFC Championship Game.