Tributes across the football world have poured in for Sean Payton after the longtime New Orleans Saints head coach stepped down on Tuesday afternoon. Among those leaving well wishes was current New York Jets cornerback/specialist Justin Hardee, who spent four seasons under Payton’s watch in The Big Easy.
Hardee left his tribute on Twitter, thanking Payton for “the best years of my life playing ball.”
Can’t thank @SeanPayton enough for the opportunity he gave me changed my life. Was fortunate to have 4 of the best years of my life playing ball with you as my head coach
— Justin Hardee Sr.