If you tuned into the 2019 ESPY Awards on Wednesday night, you saw New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley take home the “Best Breakthrough Athlete Award,” presented to him, in part, by former teammate Odell Beckham Jr.
But that wasn’t Barkley’s only moment in the spotlight.
At another point during Wednesday’s broadcast, New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees was presented with the “Best Record Breaking Performance Award” and during his acceptance speech, he singled Barkley out.
“Unbelievable to watch you play,” Brees said. “My boys love you. Thanks for setting the example that you’re setting.