Teddy Bridgewater
American football quarterback
American football quarterback
Played college football at the University of Louisville, achieving notable success and winning numerous accolades. Selected in the first round of the 2014 NFL Draft by the Minnesota Vikings. Became the youngest quarterback to start in a playoff game for the Vikings in 2015, leading the team to an 11-5 record. Suffered a significant injury that sidelined him for much of the following seasons but made a comeback and played for teams including the New York Jets, New Orleans Saints, and Carolina Panthers.
Led Minnesota Vikings to the playoffs in 2015
Selected in the first round of the 2014 NFL Draft
Achieved numerous college accolades at Louisville
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