METAIRIE, La. -- Quarterback Drew Brees' pregame chants have become an iconic part of his role with the New Orleans Saints for more than a decade. So it has been a little jarring to see Brees now sharing that duty with linebacker Demario Davis in recent weeks.
But it speaks volumes about what Davis has brought in less than two years since he arrived in New Orleans as a free agent in March of 2018.
“He’s got a presence and a way about him that guys really respect,” said Brees, who gave his blessing when Davis asked to lead the Saints’ pregame huddle when Brees was away from the team following thumb surgery in Week 3.