Fox Sports' John Czarnecki: Brees overestimating his worth

On the open market, Brees wouldn’t command the same bidding war as a Tom Brady, an Eli Manning or an Aaron Rodgers. Remarkably, even a physically scarred Peyton Manning was in demand by multiple teams this offseason because of his “stature” as a proven quarterback. The Broncos are paying Peyton $18 million this season. Brees has refused to sign the franchise tender of $16.371 million, demanding a long-term contract — which is his right.

To me, Brees is a product of the Saints’ remarkable offensive system, one designed by Payton to utilize his quick-strike strengths, his ability to roll out and his mind to remember every detail of the offense. Yes, he shattered Dan Marino’s single-season passing record with 5,476 yards in 2011, but I can’t honestly say that Brees is a better quarterback than Marino, whose physical skills and quick release put him on a different level. Brees could beat Marino in a foot race, but that’s about it.

Brees is great for the Saints, and vice versa. But I’m not convinced he would be great in every NFL offense.

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