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Saints' Payton steps away, unsure of what's next
Saints coach Sean Payton has decided to step away after 16 years with the franchise. "I don't know what's next -- and it kind of feels good," he said.
Sean Payton explains his decision to step away as Saints' head coach
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SEAN PAYTON
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Tom Brady emphasizes importance of his family in deciding 'what's next'
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- AB to pursue legal action against Buccaneers
- Rodgers hints his decision likely by tag deadline
- Poles hired as GM of Bears after stint with Chiefs
- Source: Ravens nearing extension with Harbaugh
- Bills coach will feel KC loss 'in my gut for years'
- Sources: Adofo-Mensah favored to be Vikings GM
- NFL names Torbert as Super Bowl lead referee
- Brady: Family will play big role in deciding future
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