Former NFL quarterback Teddy Bridgewater. The person who led Miami Northwestern High School to aĀ state championship in 2024.Ā Has beenĀ suspendedĀ from coaching duties amid an investigation by theĀ Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA).
The controversy centers around “impermissible benefits”āexpenses that Bridgewater personally covered for his players. This includes transportation, meals, and a training camp. While his actions came from a place of compassion, FHSAA rules prohibit such contributions, regardless of their intention.
āYou canāt suspend someone who doesnāt work for you,ā Bridgewater wrote on social media, highlighting that he wasnāt officially on the schoolās payroll.
Bridgewater has vowed to continue supporting the team as a volunteer from the sidelines, sparking a wave of community support and national debate over the limitations placed on coaches giving back.
š§® Bridgewater’s NFL Career by the Numbers
Before becoming a high school mentor, Bridgewater carved out a solid NFL career filled with highs, injuries, and comeback stories.
| Category | Stat |
|---|---|
| NFL Seasons | 2014ā2023 |
| Teams Played For | Vikings, Saints, Panthers, Broncos, Dolphins, Lions |
| Career Games | 79 (approx.) |
| WināLoss Record | 43ā36 |
| Passing Yards | 15,120 |
| Touchdowns | 75 |
| Interceptions | 47 |
| Completion % | 66.4% |
| Passer Rating | 90.5 |
| Pro Bowl | 1 (2015) |
Despite suffering a devastating knee injury in 2016 that nearly ended his career, Bridgewater fought back, earning praise across the league for his resilience and leadership.
š¬ Legacy in Progress
Whether itās guiding a team through a playoff run or paying out of pocket to make sure teenagers have a ride to practice, Teddy Bridgewater leads with heart. While the suspension may keep him off the official roster for now, it won’t keep him out of the gameāor out of the conversation.
āHeās doing what many talk about but few doāgiving back.ā ā Shannon Sharpe, via podcast
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