Here's what many casual fans fail to realize (Drew Brees & Offense)

Good points but his age still complicates the process. For the record, I'm not a Drew can't play anymore advocate. I just feel we are at a crossroads with an aging QB with 2 viable replacements behind Drew. I think it's better to move forward before there's an obvious decline than wait. We have several holes to fill, so can we fix the guard problem in one year?
This. No one questions his ability and everyone loves him but its getting close to have to pay the rest of the guys from our great drafts... and I dont think we should let 4-5 years of the younger cheaper options walk out the door for 1 year of elite QB play that is bound to fade at some point.

To be honest seeing the team go 5-0 without Drew made me feel like the team would be in good hands without Drew. Still appreciate everything he's done. His legacy is secure