You know, it's probable that both Payton and Brees will be in the HOF. We can debate who made who all day, but maybe they were just both great and made an awesome pair. Can't write off 15 years of success in an instant. That said, the road might get a little rocky starting this season. No one knows, but losing a future HOF QB isn't an easy thing for any coach to overcome. I have confidence that Payton will get the most out of whoever he has to work with. I think he's earned that trust.